I like to think I was a control freak, but I guess I still am. Back in the old day I was a micromanager, taking responsibility for every aspect of a project even if it wasn’t mine. I would stay awake at night worrying about outcome. I would plan and scheme what else I could […]
“From the ashes a fire shall be woken, A light from the shadows shall spring; Renewed shall be blade that was broken, The crownless again shall be king.” – J.R.R. Tolkien, The Fellowship of the Ring For those who know me, they know my story of a physically illness being the catalyst to my path […]
I love the title of this new book by Tara Truax because so many aspiring entrepreneurs have probably felt that way one time or another. Who the Hell Am I to Start a Business could refer to the fear first time entrepreneurs feel. Perhaps someone has a great idea but is not sure they can […]
When I started my small business the first thing I did was join the local chamber. It was a great way for me to meet other business owners, learn about the city, connect to residents, and create a relationship with the city government. Being part of the chamber not only helped launch my business, but […]
Happy National Small Business Week! Since 1963, the President of the United States uses this week to recognize the economic contributions of small businesses.