Many gurus will tell you not to waste your 20s. While that statement is true, I think you shouldn’t waste your 30s either. I wrote this entry in January of 2024, and this year I turn 34. (yikes) If you’re like me and want to set your future self up for optimal success, let’s dive…
Category: Opinion
Why You’re Losing Customers: The 90-Day Rule
In the fast-paced, automated world of modern business, we often underestimate the power of simple human interactions. The reality is, whether you’re a startup hustling for every customer or an established brand, a lack of human connection can cost you. In 90 days, your customer could become someone else’s customer. Don’t let more than 60…
5 Reasons Why You Might NOT Want to Work From Home
Remote work is never going away. Owners, executives, contractors, and freelancers have had an element of remote work for decades. Over the years, though, and especially brought on by the COVID pandemic, remote work has transitioned from a convenience to a cornerstone of modern professional culture. However, working from home isn’t suited for everyone. It…
Is Content Still King? (don’t forget your products & services)
In the mid-90s, Bill Gates coined a term that would shape the trajectory of marketing for decades. “Content is King,” he declared, emphasizing the role of great messaging in business communication. Does this still hold true today? This term came at a time when companies had fleets of door-to-door salespeople selling out of their car…
The Millionaire Copycats: How to Make a Fortune Without Reinventing the Wheel
Ever heard of the Samwer brothers? No, they’re not the latest boy band or a trio of YouTube pranksters. They’re a set of German siblings who’ve made a fortune in the tech world. And how did they do it? By copying ideas. Yes, you read that right. They didn’t invent the next Facebook or Uber.…
The Misconception of Self-Improvement
We’ve all heard the phrase, “Knowledge is power.” It’s been echoed throughout the hallways of academia, whispered in the huddles of businesses, and frequently typed in online self-improvement groups. The desire to learn, to know, and to conquer the unknown has been branded as the golden ticket to success by just about every leader in…
Why Every Professional Needs a Personal Website
Let’s face it. The internet has transformed how we interact, connect, and share our knowledge. If you’re not putting yourself out there with a personal brand, you might as well be invisible. While social media platforms have become some of the most popular marketing channels for brands to establish their online presence, they are inherently…