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Why You Should Enlist a Business Mentor, Or Be One

Startup Professionals Musings

In my experience working with startups, the best approach these days is to find and use a good mentor (been there, done that). Of course, mentoring is not new – it’s been the favored way to learn arts and crafts since way back in the middle ages. But I assert that mentoring in business is making a comeback.

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6 Ways To Build And Capitalize On Personal Leadership

Startup Professionals Musings

In my experience as an advisor and mentor to entrepreneurs in business, one of the biggest failures I see is a lack of self-leadership. For example, I often hear from aspiring entrepreneurs that “I had that idea first, and he stole it, and is now making money on my idea.” Build your character and reputation with personal values.

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5 Current Technologies Still Have Room For Innovation

Startup Professionals Musings

A common request I get while mentoring entrepreneurs is for a copy of the startup checklist they need to follow, in order to build a successful new business. His checklists cover everything from building a vision, to consistently delivering results, for entrepreneurs up to mature business executives. I wish it was that easy.

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8 Keys To Effective Delegation For All Perfectionists

Startup Professionals Musings

If you are in this second category, you probably don’t like the references behind your back that you are a “control freak” or a “micro-manager.” Almost every entrepreneur needs to improve their skills in this area, so I did some research on the basics. Finally, every entrepreneur needs to set aside their fear of delegating.

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8 Keys To Improving Entrepreneur Delegation Habits

Startup Professionals Musings

If you are in this second category, you probably don’t like the references behind your back that you are a “control freak” or a “micro-manager.” Almost every entrepreneur needs to improve their skills in this area, so I did some research on the basics. Finally, every entrepreneur needs to set aside their fear of delegating.

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9 Principles for Getting Along With Everyone At Work

Startup Professionals Musings

After years mentoring young aspiring entrepreneurs , I am now convinced that getting along and becoming more productive with other people is a skill that any professional can learn, or accomplish via a dedicated strategy. Write down your key goals and refer to this list before any interaction with your colleague.

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Most Entrepreneurs Fail to Delegate Productively

Startup Professionals Musings

If you are in this second category, you probably don’t like the references behind your back that you are a “control freak” or a “micro-manager.” Almost every entrepreneur needs to improve their skills in this area, so I did some research in the basic principles. Finally, every entrepreneur needs to set aside their fear of delegating.