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Is this the Right Time to Start a Business? Newsletter #14: Small Business Insights AI Generated: A woman with a great idea Hello Reader, Starting a business is a significant and personal decision. While this topic warrants extensive discussion, let's focus on one key aspect: Personal Readiness. In our "10 Things to Consider Before Starting Your Business" series, we've touched on Mission, Vision, Values, Goals, Knowledge, Skills, Risk Management, and Exit Strategy. Today, let's refine the...
Am I a Self-Starter? Newsletter #13: Small Business Insights Hello Reader, Are you a Next Level Self-Starter? When starting your first business venture, it's crucial to understand what it means to be a self-starter. Over the years, I've interviewed hundreds of employees at various levels, and many fail to meet basic employment requirements, needing retraining or termination. It's unsurprising that many consider themselves self-starters yet only perform at a “Meets Expectations” level. AI...
What Happens if My Business is a Total Failure? Newsletter #12: Small Business Insights Failure analysis is arguably the most important consideration before starting a business, yet it is often the most overlooked. Some entrepreneurial archetypes struggle to recognize or accept failure, driven by immense grit and a willingness to self-sacrifice. Many believe that enduring more pain will lead to a greater payoff in the end. However, struggling business owners who adopt mantras like "failure is...