I think alot of small businesses need to focus on paving the way and developing their own strategies rather than leading the pack. The advent of the web and social media has allowed a number of small businesses to compete on the same level as big business.
Really enjoyed this! Great ideas for everyone. It reminded me of a presentation that I did in the ’90s for a state intergenerational conference. I was “building the bridge” across the generational gaps. So, thank you for yet another insprirational post and for the memories!
What you’re describing is, to me, balance! You hit the nail on the head; it’s not about separating life into balanced chunks, it’s about incorporating what makes your heart sing at work and play!
Since being layed off in 2007, I have lived through personal/professional reinvention! We are now experiencing the entrepeneural prediction and people and opportunities are evolving. Your phrase, “own your life”, hits home. I found the strength to take control of my future by investing in myself and own my own business. I’d rather take responsibility for my success than to leave it in the hands of incompetent management.
Jan, you have such an inspiring story! Congrats to you on owning your life. We all own our choice to either work for someone else – or to work for ourselves. There is risk in both choices. The key is to own the choice and do everything you can to make it work in good times and in bad. We are so glad to meet you. Thanks so much for sharing here.
I just stumbled across this article and really enjoyed it. I normally don’t post comments, but after reading the article I was compelled to listen to the show for a bit.
This is the kind of thinking that more people need to do. Having the courage to be different is another element that I believe many successful people possess. I will carry the feeling I have at this moment the all of my scheduled casting calls this month.
Thanks again for the great read and for my new bookmark.
Thanks so much for taking the time to share with us! We’re so glad to hear you’ll be back too
Archan Mehta
January 21, 2010 | 6:40 am
This post is excellent and thanks for your input.
Emily Dickinson created art for the sake of art and passed away in relative obscurity in New England.
She did not create art to sell it nor for its commercial value. Many of her poems were actually discovered posthumously. Artists are not necessarily the best salespeople and may even lack any business acumen, but they tend to be creative.
By contrast, Bill Gates was great at entrepreneurship and founded a multi-billion dollar company (Microsoft) after dropping out of the leading university in the world, Harvard. However, to expect the world’s greatest businessman to create a painting/poem/musical composition would be unrealistic. Thus, comparisons are odious, as the saying goes. Art and entrepreneurship require a different set of skills: it is like comparing apples and oranges.
I totally agree with “Now he’s plowing his extra profits back into his business. He bought a generator and mechanical pump to double his cultivated land. He also planted 400 mango trees.”. Nice post.Keep it up.
Isn’t it fun to see how innovation creates growth? Thanks for your comment.
Archan Mehta
January 25, 2010 | 6:58 am
Well, George and Mary-Lynn:
Hooray to both of you for making me feel miserable with your depressing post about pissing people off!
Ha, Ha, Ha, Ha. Your post is laced with a touch of humor, which reminds me to share this nugget.
Since seasonal affective disorder (SAD) adversely affects so many people, how about trying to cheer yourself up? Just a suggestion…
Watch a funny movie or take a vacation to an exotic location. There are plenty of places in this world where the sun shines bright even though in your neck of the woods your blood’s turning into ice.
Are you a member of the gym? Well, go swimming. That ought to provide the kind of refreshment you won’t ever find in a movie theater. Swimming is a total body work-out and should make your spirit soar like an eagle in the sky. No doubt about it.
And while you’re at it, how about good old-fashioned laughter? Call friends over and talk about the good, old days. Do you remember the time Tricia bumped into Todd and both fell flat on the floor? And this was before Janice got hit over the head with a soup ladle from the cackling, nagging witch who lived next door? Stuff like that.
Let this idea be the first, one bright spot in your morning. Now, that ought to cheer you up, folks!
Interesting take on artists/entrepreneurs. I believe that yes there is a difference between the two. I also believe that they share a similar energy. Artists are all consumed with what they are doing just as entrepreneurs. That’s what makes both successful in their venues.
hahaha i cant stop laughing when i heard it, very..very funny
i’ll record it for my ring tone hehehehhe
I think alot of small businesses need to focus on paving the way and developing their own strategies rather than leading the pack. The advent of the web and social media has allowed a number of small businesses to compete on the same level as big business.
Van, absolutely right – develop your own strategy and do it on your own terms. Thanks for your comment!
I am already a subscriber, how do I get a copy of the free goal setting workbook? thanks.
Michelle, we’ll send you one from bigginfo@biggsuccess.com
There are better games to place if you want to improve your vocabulary.
Vineet please feel free to pass them along to us
You should save your money until have have atleast 12 months emergency money in the bank.
Yes, that is always best. Thanks!
Really enjoyed this! Great ideas for everyone. It reminded me of a presentation that I did in the ’90s for a state intergenerational conference. I was “building the bridge” across the generational gaps. So, thank you for yet another insprirational post and for the memories!
Karen, next time we see you, we’d like to hear more about the presentation you gave! Thanks so much for your comment.
What you’re describing is, to me, balance! You hit the nail on the head; it’s not about separating life into balanced chunks, it’s about incorporating what makes your heart sing at work and play!
Best thoughts,
Jim
Jim, so nice to hear from you – that made our hearts sing! We know you can shed some light on finding ways to synergize your life the black belt way
You guys rock! You’re on my i-pods everyday listening queue.
Matt, thanks for letting us know. YOU rock!
Since being layed off in 2007, I have lived through personal/professional reinvention! We are now experiencing the entrepeneural prediction and people and opportunities are evolving. Your phrase, “own your life”, hits home. I found the strength to take control of my future by investing in myself and own my own business. I’d rather take responsibility for my success than to leave it in the hands of incompetent management.
Jan, you have such an inspiring story! Congrats to you on owning your life. We all own our choice to either work for someone else – or to work for ourselves. There is risk in both choices. The key is to own the choice and do everything you can to make it work in good times and in bad. We are so glad to meet you. Thanks so much for sharing here.
I just stumbled across this article and really enjoyed it. I normally don’t post comments, but after reading the article I was compelled to listen to the show for a bit.
This is the kind of thinking that more people need to do. Having the courage to be different is another element that I believe many successful people possess. I will carry the feeling I have at this moment the all of my scheduled casting calls this month.
Thanks again for the great read and for my new bookmark.
Thanks so much for taking the time to share with us! We’re so glad to hear you’ll be back too
This post is excellent and thanks for your input.
Emily Dickinson created art for the sake of art and passed away in relative obscurity in New England.
She did not create art to sell it nor for its commercial value. Many of her poems were actually discovered posthumously. Artists are not necessarily the best salespeople and may even lack any business acumen, but they tend to be creative.
By contrast, Bill Gates was great at entrepreneurship and founded a multi-billion dollar company (Microsoft) after dropping out of the leading university in the world, Harvard. However, to expect the world’s greatest businessman to create a painting/poem/musical composition would be unrealistic. Thus, comparisons are odious, as the saying goes. Art and entrepreneurship require a different set of skills: it is like comparing apples and oranges.
I think that many talented artists could be much more successful if they had some entrepreneurial skills
@ Archan Those are two great examples. Thanks for sharing!
@ Ryan Great point and the reverse is true as well.
Nice posting, I had never heard about this game.Thanks for this info
The Match Game is a classic. The BIGG Match Game … that’s a work in progress
Thanks for your comment.
I totally agree with “Now he’s plowing his extra profits back into his business. He bought a generator and mechanical pump to double his cultivated land. He also planted 400 mango trees.”. Nice post.Keep it up.
Isn’t it fun to see how innovation creates growth? Thanks for your comment.
Well, George and Mary-Lynn:
Hooray to both of you for making me feel miserable with your depressing post about pissing people off!
Ha, Ha, Ha, Ha. Your post is laced with a touch of humor, which reminds me to share this nugget.
Since seasonal affective disorder (SAD) adversely affects so many people, how about trying to cheer yourself up? Just a suggestion…
Watch a funny movie or take a vacation to an exotic location. There are plenty of places in this world where the sun shines bright even though in your neck of the woods your blood’s turning into ice.
Are you a member of the gym? Well, go swimming. That ought to provide the kind of refreshment you won’t ever find in a movie theater. Swimming is a total body work-out and should make your spirit soar like an eagle in the sky. No doubt about it.
And while you’re at it, how about good old-fashioned laughter? Call friends over and talk about the good, old days. Do you remember the time Tricia bumped into Todd and both fell flat on the floor? And this was before Janice got hit over the head with a soup ladle from the cackling, nagging witch who lived next door? Stuff like that.
Let this idea be the first, one bright spot in your morning. Now, that ought to cheer you up, folks!
Archan – we are smiling ear to ear! Thanks for providing some great suggestions for getting over the blues.
Interesting take on artists/entrepreneurs. I believe that yes there is a difference between the two. I also believe that they share a similar energy. Artists are all consumed with what they are doing just as entrepreneurs. That’s what makes both successful in their venues.
Jen, you make an interesting point about both being “all consumed with what they are doing.” Very true. Thanks for adding your input!
I am from cincinnati and therefore a reds fan. I always get a really cheap 10 buck ticket, park away from the ball park and bring my own food.
That way I can keep the costs down
Funny, we do the same thing when we come to your park to root on the Cubs
Thanks for sharing, this is a great tip.
The more black belts, the merrier! Thanks for your comment, Lynn.
Abbie84 thanks for adding to the conversation!
Robb, you won’t be disappointed! Thanks for your comment.
Glad to hear our message was on target