"No way. Sorry. Nope. Not interested. Maybe later. I don't think so." As a new entrepreneur, you have to get used to the "No"!
Showing posts with label passion. Show all posts
Showing posts with label passion. Show all posts
Improving your BS Radar
I smell a rat. The employee is upto no good. The competition is about to launch an attack. The new potential partner is going to undercut us. Our investor will back out.
Are you a control freak?
Ever seen intense video gamers? Their eyes are glazed and they are intently focusing on the screen. They are gripping the controller with both hands, thumbing the buttons and advancing to the next stage of the game.
No Pain No Gain
Ever been in an awkward situation? Ever kicked yourself for saying something foolish? Ever been a room where you are the least knowledgeable? Ever been yelled at by a customer?
Freedom Fighters
What if someone told you that you could be wealthier and happier beyond your wildest dreams? Would you believe them? What if you were told that it was possible but you had to spend an undefined time working, in confinement. Would that change your mind?
Game Time Decisions
You are face to face with your opponent, both of you vying for the win. Who's move is next? Where do you go from here? Will you win?
Lessons from the Animal Kingdom
It's a dog eat dog world. The animal world provides insights and advice for new entrepreneurs. Some examples below:
Find your traits, entrepreneur
In the first 5 minutes of speaking to a person, you can tell if they are destined to be an entrepreneur.
An Entrepreneur's Iconic Love Story
I recently had an entire conversation with a startup founder with a handful of emojis, some bitmojis, and a picture. As time is of the essence for founders, not a second should be wasted on non-essentials. Who has time to type out words?
Moot Parachute
I went skydiving about 5 years ago. The experience was not too different from starting a company.
Flaking Bad: Who can you trust?
Daily Manic Monday
Wanted: Deadline or Alive
Ravaging through the rough, grunting and seeking out the next victim....Scavenging anyone and anything that comes in the way...
Turn your Talent into a Business: The Reality
Pursue your passion…and you'll never work on your passion a full day in your life…
Wait…that's not how the old adage goes, is it? Isn't it true that you if you work on something you love, your'll never work a day in your life? What's this about not being able to work on your passion?
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