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Is a Business Plan Necessary?

It seems that every businessperson has an opinion on whether a small business or startup founder should write a business plan – from “you must have one” to “they’re a waste of time.” We believe it’s  more nuanced; more of a question of when...

Embrace Your Vulnerability as an Entrepreneur

Some years ago, I told a business partner that I didn’t want to be a CEO. I was terrified of being the face of an organization, where I might be asked to give public presentations, speak to the media, and be responsible for answering every ...

Overcoming Perfectionism in Your Business

This week, we’re continuing to look at the ways that entrepreneurs frequently sabotage their businesses, specifically letting perfectionism take over. Perfectionism might seem like a good trait, but it can be detrimental to your business de...

How to Take Back Your Power in Business

In a previous blog post, we looked at the ways that entrepreneurs frequently sabotage their businesses. One of those ways is a pattern of blaming others. When we habitually place blame on others for things that happen in our business, we pu...

Don’t Quit Your Day Job… Yet

When we are interviewing aspiring entrepreneurs for our programs, we always ask about their short-term personal goals. In almost every interview, they respond “I want to quit my job and work on this business full-time before the end of the ...

Is Being a Freelancer for Me?

Freelancing offers the opportunity to work with more flexibility and the freedom to create a desirable lifestyle. While becoming a freelancer has definite perks, it’s not the best option for everyone. This week, we’re looking at what you sh...

How to Prevent Decision Fatigue in Your Business

Last week, we discussed how decision fatigue can show up and affect your business. This week, we’re sharing some tips on how to avoid falling into decision fatigue and how to handle it when you see the signs. Stick to a Routine As soon as w...

Is Decision Fatigue Affecting Your Business?

After a long day, I was trying to decide what to write about in this blog post. Even though I had a list of potential topics, I didn’t have it in me to pick one. My mental and emotional bandwidth was tapped. As I was talking with my partner...

Fall in Love with Your Business…Again

Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and I’ve been thinking about love and business. More specifically, falling in love with my business. Starting a business is like being in a new romance. Exploring that new business idea is exciting...