Let’s face it – the unknown is daunting. Even extensive planning can’t always prepare you for challenges you may face in your entrepreneurial endeavors – whether you’re a startup CEO, a handbag designer or an aspiring indie author. Sometimes you just need to trust in yourself and be confident in your abilities. Obstacles may seemContinue reading “What Does Success Look Like???”
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Why Authors Should Adopt The Mindset of An Entrepreneur
I’d recently guest posted on The Authorteers and wanted to share with you all here as well. =) I don’t accept criticism well. Oh sure, I say I can handle less-than-stellar feedback. But then when it comes, I sit with my eyes open wide, nodding my head as the critiques pelt me like icy coldContinue reading “Why Authors Should Adopt The Mindset of An Entrepreneur”
Hot Cars, Panty-Dropping Grins & A Giveaway
The trailer for “Nothing Ventured” is LIVE!!! Just so you all know, Liam Hemsworth has jumped straight to the top of my list. Prepare to swoon, ladies! And gentlemen, there’s a bit of eye candy for you as well… =) ENJOY! I know I have… Click here to enter the Rafflecopter giveaway to help meContinue reading “Hot Cars, Panty-Dropping Grins & A Giveaway”
Startup Spotlight: Let’s Go Du+ch!
Sharing experiences, creating memories, engaging with like-minded people, enjoying a richer life… this is the concept behind going “du+ch.” The company was born of longtime friends Vincent Paradiso and Debora McCleary, who partnered to create a social network for travel and entertainment. Both entrepreneurs in their previous lives, Vincent and Debora created a unique wayContinue reading “Startup Spotlight: Let’s Go Du+ch!”
What Would You Do To Win A $50 Amazon Gift Card???
Maybe you’d sign up for my super-awesome exclusive reader list??? If you’re reading this and have already signed up, FANTASTIC! Thank you!!! But for all of you who are still not convinced, give me a chance to make you a fan!!! I think I’m a lot of fun! And you may find we have aContinue reading “What Would You Do To Win A $50 Amazon Gift Card???”
Take Control Of Your Future And Reap The Rewards
Self-published authors have a pretty steep learning curve if they want to joint the ranks of the bestsellers. And I’m not talking about the Amazon bestsellers, I’m talking about the New York Times and USA Today bestsellers. Not an easy feat. It also doesn’t happen for everyone. Authors can bust their tails for years andContinue reading “Take Control Of Your Future And Reap The Rewards”
FOCUS!!!! And Then Drink To Your Success
I came across a quote from Lori Greiner the other day and it is flipping brilliant. For those of you who don’t know who she is, if you’re an entrepreneur, Google her. Like, right NOW. She’s the reigning “Queen of QVC” and one of the stars of NBC’s “Shark Tank” – the one they referContinue reading “FOCUS!!!! And Then Drink To Your Success”
Why Employers Should Aspire To Be Like Captain America
It should come as no surprise that I saw The Avengers: Age Of Ultron on opening night. And while I am disappointed to say it was not my favorite installation, I still enjoyed it. Kind of. Well, as much as I could after three Jack and Cokes at ten o’clock at night, sprawled out inContinue reading “Why Employers Should Aspire To Be Like Captain America”
Drawing Inspiration From The Silver Screen?
I read an interesting article in Forbes today titled Four Movies Every Entrepreneur Needs To Watch. Cool picks, couple of my faves made the cut. Definitely check them out. Chris Myers has some interesting perspectives to share and I have a few of my own selections to add to the list. The Pursuit Of Happyness ChrisContinue reading “Drawing Inspiration From The Silver Screen?”
Women Make Better CEOs…Just Ask Mr. Wonderful
Women make better CEOs. At least they do to Kevin O’Leary, the shrewd and calculating entrepreneur of ABC’s Shark Tank. But this isn’t conjecture; he’s got numbers to prove it. According to Mr. Wonderful, female-run companies offer him greater returns on his investments and quicker exits. “If I want high returns with low volatility, that equals a woman.” You heard itContinue reading “Women Make Better CEOs…Just Ask Mr. Wonderful”