Business consultants love to talk about best practices because it makes their job easier – and they are not alone. Many contractors, educators, and salespeople do the same. They have a few solutions that they have perfected – then they apply them to problems that may or may not fit that solution. That’s the problem. […]
The Laws of Nature Apply To Your Online Communities
July 20, 2011 by
Nature is comprised of ecosystems – and your online communities mirror their characteristics. In TJ Smith previous career, in the green industry, I wore many hats, one of them being that of a certified arborist – a tree care professional. This week we are having a heat wave in the Midwest and trees in particular […]
Finish Any Project by Designing it into Three Stages
July 11, 2011 by
Any project you can think of can be designed and more readily finished by recognizing that it has three essential stages – a beginning, middle, and an ending. Whether you are writing an article, cleaning out the garage, or starting a new business, you intuitively know this to be true. Logically, most folks start at […]
Small Business Any Way You Like It
July 10, 2011 by
If you are an entrepreneur or small business owner you chose that path for several reasons – with freedom being high on your list. Ironically, that is often one of the first things you sacrifice. Small Business Freedoms There are many types of freedoms associated with running your own business. If you are not careful, […]
Blog Commenting Guidelines
Commenting is what makes a blog article a living and breathing document. When you make insightful, witty, or thought-provoking comments, you encourage a dialogue that adds value for the entire community of the blog – for today and into the future when new readers happen along. Our Blog Commenting Guidelines 1. Be Yourself 2. Be […]
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