Hustle vs Balance: How Do I Choose?
When I was in Corporate America, everyone talked about “work-life balance” and how to achieve it. Now, in the world of entrepreneurship, it’s all about the hustle, the grind. So, how do we know which is best, hustle or balance, and how do we choose? Want to listen? There’s an audio version below A few […]
I’m Giving Up on Evernote and Switching to OneNote
Evernote, I’m done with you. I’ve had it. I’m moving on. I started using you six years ago, and you help me sync and store over 1100 notes in more than a dozen notebooks. I’ve talked about the power of using you several times here on my blog, but now I’m done. Want to listen? There’s an […]
Why I Started Focusing More on My Email List
The money is in the list. Content is king. SEO. Backlinks. WordPress. I don’t need a blog; I use social media… … it can get pretty confusing, can’t it? Over the past few months, I’ve decided to put more time and effort into communicating with my email list. The results are mixed, but here’s why […]
The Only Business Model That Works
This post is an excerpt from my book Exit Strategy: The Exact Tactics to Transition from Where You Have to Be to Where You Want to Be. In today’s world, one in which the consumer has all the power, there’s only one business model that works. To get you started with the “freemium” model I’ve included Chapter […]
Social Media Strategy, The Waiting Game, and Coaching with Jon Stolpe [EWS2]
We all have the same amount of time in each day. It’s how we manage it that makes all the difference. Good things don’t come to those who wait; good things come to the people who go out there and make good things happen. Today on the Ellory Wells Show, a Joe Pardo asks me […]
Why It’s Impossible to Be Different (And What We Can Do About It)
Sameness. Background noise. Irrelevant. Ignored. These words slap me in the face and terrify me as an entrepreneur. Like the “emo” kids and “goths” of yesteryear, we’re all trying to be different, but we all look the same. Let me explain. Want to listen? There’s an audio version below Trying to Be Human Just a […]
Giveaway: 3 of the Most Influential Books I’ve Read in the Last 5 Years
I couldn’t be more excited about this giveaway! These influential books have helped me shape who I am, define my business goals, formulate a plan for success, and help me get started. I’m giving away a hard copy of three and a digital copy of my own. I’m honored to help you get started! Books […]
EP83: 5 Pages Every Website Should Have
Episode 83 of the Empowered Podcast is all about giving your blog a boost. There are certain pages that help transform a good blog into a great one, and a hobby blog into a professional website. We’ll take a look at what those pages are, how the pro’s like Michael Hyatt, Pat Flynn and Entrepreneur […]
Why Businesses Fail (And What You Can Do About it)
We’ve both heard the crazy statistics about how most small businesses fail. Whether they fail in the first eighteen months or over the next four years, whether it’s because of poor leadership or bad products, the odds of success are stacked against us. Every day, people like you are heading out into the unknown. Their […]
How to Get Your Message Heard: What I Learned From Michael Hyatt’s Platform
When I started reading Platform by Michael Hyatt, I wasn’t prepared for what I was about to get. The amount of fantastic information this book contains is insane! Normally, I underline my books and not much else, but Platform had me dog-earing page after page. I didn’t want to forget all of the things I wanted […]
7 Foolproof Ways to Build Trust
Trust is a big deal. We live in a world of fake. Fake designer bags sold out of some dude’s trunk, fake connections made online, fake politicians who tell us one thing and do another. If you want to be a great leader, win friends and influence people, and live the life you were meant […]
What If You Asked the Question?
Today’s What If Wednesday asks the question, “What if you asked the question?” There are only two possible answers to a yes or no question. The answer is either “yes” or “no.” The answer could, technically, also be “maybe.” But, with a little effort, “maybe” can sometimes be turned into a “yes.” And, with a […]
12 Tips for Better Presentations
It is said that the fear of public speaking is one of the most common fears. But it doesn’t have to be. Whatever your job, more than likely, you’ll have to make a presentation or speak in front of an audience. I’ve compiled a list of twelve tips that will help you wow your audience […]
