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Archive for January, 2016

How Did Successful Entrepreneurs Get That Way?

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Tuesday, January 26th, 2016

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The very successful: they seem to look different and carry themselves in a way the rest of us just can’t quite pull off. We look at them, wondering what is it they have that we don’t and they come up in our conversations frequently. What is it that they do differently?

They have the ability to handle their emotions and stay calm. Self-possessed is probably the best way to describe them. The successful, including those in business, rate high in emotional intelligence. Their self worth comes from what they think of themselves. They don’t allow themselves to react in a negative way to what other people think of their actions. They are able to filter out the judgements of those who may be envious of their success and rely on their own business sense while they push toward accomplishing their goals.

They learned to put frustrations in their place. Successful people know that not every day will be perfect. They’ve been in business long enough to know that “this too shall pass” and are able to keep going even when it gets tough. They aren’t bothered by the minute details and tiny risks that are part of running their business and keeping it on a steady path. Planning is a huge part of their life but they don’t let their goals and things they must do, run every minute of their day. Sometimes it’s best to step away from the essentials and take a chance.

The successful don’t allow themselves be controlled by the uncontrollable. Outside circumstances may not be perfect but successful people know that not only is perfection a facade but it is boring. Allowing your imperfections to show as a business owner but not in your business practices makes you more human and approachable to your customers and they appreciate being able to meet with you on an equal level.

They have learned to say no. As difficult as it is, you can’t say yes to everyone and everything. Prioritize your business and personal commitments and say yes to only the most important. Those who are successful know how important relaxation and time away from their business is to their general welfare. It’s what makes them succeed in their business and at the same time, enjoy their personal time.

They don’t make excuses and they always take responsibility for their actions. Successful people know that you have to be mature and take ownership for the outcome of your business. Making excuses is not an option. Failing can sometimes be part of a business venture and opportunities don’t always work out the way we wish they would.

Those who succeed realize that the most important things in life are a combination of work and play, business and family, knowledge and learning. Their lives and their businesses reflect this and they’ve learned that the road to success has to be enjoyed to be worth it.

Chris Draper © Copyright 2016 All rights reserved.

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When Others Don’t Understand Your Lifestyle: The Entrepreneur

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Wednesday, January 20th, 2016

entrepreneurIt seems your friends and everyone around you work the 9-5 shift. Or the 10-5 shift and so on. Your work hours vary. The days you work vary. You may be up with the birds or going to bed as the sun comes up. You work virtually. You are an entrepreneur. The main differences?

Breaking the self confidence barrier. You spent months going over the pros and cons of starting a business and here you are several years later with excellent inter-personal skills and a new found ability to speak with just about anyone on a number of topics. This led you to new business associates and new found friendships.

You’re never bored as work is actually enjoyable. One of the top reasons listed for job unhappiness is not the job itself but the other employees at the place of employment. As an entrepreneur you are the boss. If you wish to take on a virtual assistant, that will be up to you but in the meantime you are doing what you do best, while improving your skills and creating your perfect business.

Being able to use your skills for their intended reason. Rather than being overlooked at a job, regardless of your talents, you now have expanded on your previous knowledge and have become somewhat of an expert in the technology that you always wanted to learn more about. Your online skills have improved to the point that you are now the one that others go to for advice.

You are the CEO. For the control freaks out there, being the master is what it’s all about. If you want to work ridiculous hours or a ridiculous amount of hours, it’s up to you. Total freedom in your method of getting things done is all that matters, because, after all, who knows how to build their own business better than you? Your ideas are now at the forefront.

Time off. Nothing feels better than being able to reward yourself after days of hard work, with well earned days or even weeks off. The luxury of arranging your work and holiday schedule is worth all of that effort you put into building a successful business.

Retirement. What’s that? Knowing that you won’t have to quit working at some certain date in the foreseeable future gives you a second and even third lease on life. Having the option to continue working at what you love to do and enjoying the income that comes with it is a luxury that you can afford.

Chris Draper © Copyright 2016 All rights reserved.

 

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Can Selfishness Be a Virtue?

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Tuesday, January 12th, 2016

virtueSelfishness: devoted to or caring only for oneself; concerned primarily with one’s own interests, benefits, welfare, etc., regardless of others

Entrepreneurs can be selfish but with one difference. We still care about others while we concentrate on ourselves.

We know what is best for us.

Rather than living up to the expectations of others, we live up to our own. By becoming our best selves, we have more to offer those around us. While we know we have to compete with other business owners, we tend to spend more time trying to better ourselves.

We deserve our best.

By being mindful of our own needs and our unique qualities, we bring our customers products and services that are of use to them. Rather than copying what is already out there we come up with new ideas that improve on what is available. At the same time, we won’t cut corners on quality.

We think of ourselves.

We work from our home offices. This way we can put in extra hours when we want to, trying to come up with innovative concepts and original methods of making complicated things simple. This makes life easier for others but most of all it makes life easier for us. We make our businesses part of the way we live our lives.

We never let ourselves down.

By being responsible for ourselves, we make sure our most important needs are met. We look after our health, get lots of sleep, work hard and make sure we have time for our families, friends and hobbies. This way we have more energy to help those that need it.

We are self-centred.

We focus completely on what we are doing. We realize that short-term pain means long-term gain for all of us but we won’t ignore our needs while making those gains.

Chris Draper © Copyright 2016 All rights reserved.

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Success As An Entrepreneur

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Tuesday, January 5th, 2016

adventuresfrombehindtheglassWe’ve been told many times, that if we put our minds to it, anyone can be an entrepreneur.

Maybe they can, but can they become a good one – a great one? Some say there is no way everyone can be an entrepreneur. The job is too demanding and much too time consuming.

These are valid points but the fact is, not everyone wants to be an entrepreneur. To many, the thought is terrifying and exhausting. The lack of what they see as security, routine and “normality” would have them running in the opposite direction as fast as they could. The amount of work involved is much too much for most.

But for those who have a mindset that is just a little bit different, who are just slightly more independent, that thought is there, in the background. The sense of satisfaction and empowerment they would feel if they worked on their own. It fuels their dreams and while they may never take that “big” step and start their own business, they still will be found working just a little bit differently than the average person.

What traits and qualities lead to success as an entrepreneur? Look around at those who have built a thriving business for themselves and you’ll often find most if not all of the qualities below.

People skills

The ability to connect not so much with large groups or as a speaker but one on one in a professional, well spoken way. People appreciate your putting your full attention on them and interacting in such a way that they know you have been listening to them.

Originality

New ideas are important and new ideas that are a good fit for other new products are even better. You want your small business to work well with other businesses of various sizes and there are times when the ability to fit in is very important.

Confidence

Being confident in yourself and your abilities can bring you a long way. Confidence means you can stand your ground in a diplomatic way. You’re not afraid to have to disagree sometimes but you are also able to concede a point. Be able to agree to disagree.

Having control of your emotions and behaviour

Always. Losing your temper or being  impatient shows a lack of ability to cope. Always remember that there could be someone watching or listening that could help you build your business. If you’re having one of those days where the wrong word could send you over the edge, keep your socializing or contact with others to a minimum. Sometimes silence really is golden.

Be comfortable with yourself

The best business people know their shortcomings and also what they excel at. They’ve learned to relax into their personality, their habits, their creativity and their lifestyle. One thing that is noticeable is that they are always well dressed. Not business suit attire but pulled together. After all, you never know when you may come across a potential contact!

Many of us think we could become great entrepreneurs, but there are those of us who are best with routine and reliability. When working outside of this, we feel that we aren’t in control of our lives and live with the nagging feeling that there are things that could go wrong at anytime. The steady nine to five position works best for some. It makes them happy and we need people like this.

The long hours and self induced solitude that can come with entrepreneurship won’t work for everyone.  We all have our own very interesting abilities and some of us are just meant to take that different road which leads to running our own business, that road less travelled.

Chris Draper © Copyright 2016  All rights reserved.

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