Have you ever wondered how websites are designed, created, and magically appear on the web? Five years ago I didn't have a clue how any of that worked or what web hosting, domain names, Wordpress, or blogging were. Oh how my life has changed so much these last few years in that regard! One of my fellow Yakezie Network Members, Andrea Whitmer, is a guru when it comes to servers, … [Read more...]
How To Improve Communication At Work And In Your Personal Life
Communication is the foundation to any successful relationship. Yet so often we fail. So why is it so hard for humans to communicate effectively? Is it because we are too complex for our own good? There are many dimensions to this fundamental aspect of our lives, and I want to examine a few of them today. I hope after reading this post you'll a refreshed perspective on how we … [Read more...]
Happy Halloween! Scary Facts About Business
Happy Halloween Untemplaters! This is one of my favorite holidays because we all get a chance to be totally silly and show off some creativity with ridiculous and funny costumes. It's also a thrill watching scary movies in the dark, pranking friends, and of course munching on all sorts of candy especially when it's free. I almost got hooked on eating candy corn this year, but … [Read more...]
How To Ask For A Raise In 10 Easy Steps
It's that time of year again for writing self appraisals and sitting down for your formal annual review. And I bet a lot of you are feeling rather unsettled thinking about how to ask for a raise. Unlike a lot of people who dread thinking about salaries and the year end process, I actually really enjoy this time of year. It's a time for reflection, a time for looking forward, … [Read more...]
2012 Global Entrepreneur Survey: Where Are The Optimists?
Have you ever wondered if people are born entrepreneurs or if they're made? I've come to believe that both are true and also that there is no perfect, magic formula for becoming a successful business owner. I've met entrepreneurs from all sorts of backgrounds and cultures, some who dreamed of starting their own business before they could even tie their shoes, and others who … [Read more...]