Is there a specific reason why many small business owners work hard, but still struggle or fail? The other day, a friend of mine, Henry (not his real name) asked me that question after another long week of work with almost nothing to show for his labour. And I replied, “Well, that’s kind of likeContinue reading "The Real Work:"
The Big Picture
Is there a difference between wanting my business to succeed and having a vision? “John and I both know what we want for this business.And that is, we both want to move the business forward and make it successful.That's the vision.John has worked in the restaurant business his whole life - mostly waiting tables andContinue reading "The Big Picture"
Fatal Drain:
Am I weak, irresponsible and lazy if I feel tired and frustrated with being a business owner? "I've always been "the stylist" at home and among my friends.I've even desigSned and made clothes for almost everyone that I know.And so, when I was having issues at my old job as a nurse, everyone kept tellingContinue reading "Fatal Drain:"
Bitter Pill:
Am I a failure if I accept that my business is failing? "It has always been my dream to own a business.I used to work as a bricklayer and a plumber; and I worked my ass off to save and buy this bakery.My whole family works here and helps me out.But things haven't picked upContinue reading "Bitter Pill:"
Rite Of Passage:
Do I really have to fail and learn from my mistakes before I can find success in business? "My husband has the construction experience. He's an electrician.So it seemed like a good idea to open a hardware business.We opened our first business in 2010. It was a retail store and we sold cements and someContinue reading "Rite Of Passage:"
Small To Sprout 