Ah, the good old Midwestern work ethic. Put your head down and get the job done! Like most things in life, moderation is necessary to strike a good balance. Work ethic in balance with applied knowledge is even more powerful than getting the work done through sheer determination – no […]
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It is amazing how our relationship with money can get in the way of growth and the actualization of our dreams. For so many people money, especially not enough of it, is the biggest obstacle to doing what is necessary to break the cycle of mediocrity that is holding […]
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You are in business and while you are making some money you struggle with managing everything from time, to customers, to money. What are you missing? Why is this so hard? Does anybody really know how to do this? There are three common responses to why business owners do […]
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So, here you are in business. What does that mean? You probably know how to make something or do something well enough to fill a need that others are willing to pay for. Is that what a business is? A way to make money? Is that it? At first […]
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Starting a small business can be an exciting experience. You finally get to be your own boss and potentially reap great financial rewards that you built from the ground up. However, owners are understandably so focused on getting their business running that they may overlook some basic considerations that can […]
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At a young age, we constantly question things. Most everyone has experienced or heard the steady spew of “whys” from children as they discover the world and question why things are the way they are. We learn early on that there is a driving force behind every action and it’s […]
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Why do we often perceive asking for help or accepting offers of help as a sign of weakness, especially for business leaders? There’s a negative connotation to not being able to “go it alone” although there are countless examples that go against this natural tendency. Anyone who is a sports […]
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So, you’ve done it. You’ve decided to start your own business and take on an exciting new adventure of being an entrepreneur. Now what? Seeking out a business coach should be at the top of your list. Yes, you could seek out guidance and advice from personal friends and colleagues, […]
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I just got a letter from the IRS! Receiving any form of communication from the Internal Revenue Service can send chills down your spine. Many people harbor an unfounded fear of the unknown when it relates to the IRS. Don’t Fret! Seeing a letter from this government agency in your […]
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Being the owner of your S-Corp affords many benefits that you can take advantage of. For new S-corporation owners, and even many seasoned business owners, understanding how to utilize these benefits can be as challenging as understanding a foreign language. It is important for you to remember that all of […]
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