Tired of getting beat up by low-ball competitors? The truth is that every business and profession is commoditized… That’s the market reality… But it doesn’t have to be your reality. In fact, I love this quote from Seth Godin… Commodities are in the eye of the producer. If you don’t want to sell something that’s judged merely on … Read more

Sixty to 80 hour workweeks… no freedom… scrambling for every dollar. Like many business owners, Paul Maskill found himself working too hard for too little return, financial or personal. Then he made key changes in how he ran his business so he could reduce his workload, boost profits, and live the true dream of an … Read more

You have a potential product… service… or tool. Or even just an idea. Gavin Zuchlinski, founder of Acuity Scheduling, says that you shouldn’t try to develop it on your own. He knows you have a resource right under your nose that’ll help you create a winning – and profitable – concept. The lessons Gavin learned … Read more

As an entrepreneur, you can feel pretty lonely. But you don’t have to face your business challenges alone, says strategic consultant Pam Wasley. She highlights a specific type of networking you can use to identify the real issues you’re facing and figure out how to overcome them. Pam also talks about a little-known sector of … Read more

One of the most painful things any expert or consultant can do is… say no to opportunity. But it must be done. Author and advisor David C. Baker, who’s been featured in the Wall Street Journal, Forbes, and more, explains how doing so will actually make your business more successful (and ensure you enjoy your … Read more