A Diamond in the RoughWell, I’ll be a monkey’s uncle! Never in my dreams did I figure a tough street girl from Hell’s Kitchen (HK) would end up living a dream...
Building a Big Brand on a Small BudgetCreating a recognizable brand should be a top priority of any business, no matter your size or budget. The branding of your business will...
Family BlessingsIn a family of 12 children, my father, the oldest of six boys, was told at the age of 14 he was old enough to be on his own. He found a...
Can Your Hobby be a Viable Business?It depends. Remember this always - "Entrepreneurs bring value to an idea." One of the most common types of startup businesses is when...
What an Investor is Looking for in a Business PlanThe emergence and popularity of the TV show "Shark Tank" has helped to crystalize the thought processes used by potential businesses to...
Leap of FaithSo, what is it that makes someone leave the security of a paycheck and a 401K plan to jump off the cliff into entrepreneurship? I can’t...
Uh Oh Disruption in The OfficeToo often we will bring on a new hire that looked like a dream on paper but was actually a nightmare in disguise. I have more stories...
Give Yourself A Tax BreakThis is the time of year when I have to chuckle when people get excited they are getting their tax refund. It's like a gift from heaven...
Execute or Be ExecutedWe remember growing our career in management with a large Fortune 500 company when our Executive Vice President told us something one...
Building a Bootstrapping Mentality Bootstrapping a business startup is an art. It can be a lot of fun if approached the right way. No matter how well-funded your...