Monthly Archives: September 2011

Discover the key element that’s missing from 99% of businesses!

Last week, I wrote one of the most popular posts ever on this blog.  It was about the difference between doing normal work, and doing work that matters.  I recommend you read it, before continuing with this post. One of the many emails I received following that post, was from Giles Payne in Canada.  Giles…

Attract the attention and respect of your marketplace, with this 1 simple idea!

Every time you follow the flock, you become a little more invisible.  Now, if you are trying to avoid being noticed, that’s a very useful tactic.  However, if you are a business owner seeking to attract the attention of your marketplace, it’s not such a wise move. Fear as your compass The more of your…

What everybody ought to know about making decisions

If you want to succeed in business, you need to learn how to make decisions, correctly. Successful business owners are typically very good when it comes to making decisions.  They know that indecision costs them opportunities.  They get the facts they need, think about the proposition, often discuss it with others to get some feedback,…

Steve Jobs, Seth Godin and The Secret Of Their Success!

(Update: I have written a follow-up to this post here) Does the world really need another service provider, who is just a little less expensive, just a little faster or who offers just a little better customer service? No: The marketplace is not excited or motivated by yet another pretty average provider. What causes people…