How Will Your Next Idea Help You Make Money?

A good friend of mine has been annoying me for months. Whenever I throw out a new idea for my business, he asks me how it’s going to help me make money. Aaargh!

After a recent phone call, when I was about to delete his phone number from my cell phone, I realized he was right. I’ve been more concerned about how much I’ll enjoy following through with a new idea, than considering how the idea can improve my bottom line.

Thinking of an idea is one thing, while actually implementing it is another. Now when I think of a new aspect of my business that I want to pursue, I put the idea through a short series of questions. [Read more...]

It’s Fine to Waste Time While Working Naked

home office expertI’m all about saving time and making the most of every minute but at some point, enough is enough. Some days, especially after a tough week, there’s nothing wrong with wasting time.  In fact I encourage it.

If you’re an obsessed entrepreneur—I include myself in this group—you’re going to make up the wasted time at night or over the weekend anyway, so cut loose. Here are four great ways to waste time (electronically):

  • Create an Avatar of yourself. My younger son created an animated version of me through the South Park website. He gave me sunglasses—he thought they made me look cool—and an interesting outfit. For those of you who know me, the top half is purely wishful thinking on my part! [Read more...]
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