You're ready to start your own business. You've got a killer idea, and you can't stand one more day in your office (or, let's face it, on your parents' couch). How do you know that the idea is a good one? What if you work your butt off and when you make your grand reveal, people don't like it? Or worse, what if they don't care? These questions roar through the heads of … [Read more...]
Successful remote workers are power networkers.
Ever since my company opened a new office in Washington, D.C. and I opted to stay in Madison, WI, I've been asked by a lot of people how working remotely is different. My answer is always something simple, like: "It's challenging." I'm intentionally vague because I don't want to tell people that I'm scared. Or that I get lonely and feel isolated. Working remotely is great … [Read more...]
Bridging the Gap between the Expected and Unexpected
“The best things in life are unexpected – because there were no expectations.” -Eli Khamarov Fear I’ve always believed that the saddest thing in life is untapped, wasted potential. Consequently, my greatest fear is for someone to one day look at me and say, “he could have done so much more,” or “what a waste of potential.” These fears weigh on me and prompt an ongoing … [Read more...]
Have a great idea, but need a tech co-founder?
It seems like everyone these days has a great idea, but don't have the exact skills to implement it. Several people have recently asked me -- "How do I find a tech co-founder? I've got a great idea, but I need someone to help me implement it." Since I was in a similar position a few years ago, I've decided to share some thoughts on what I believe the idea guy should do in … [Read more...]
You Don’t Know Anything About Business
I love business. If business were a Hispanic male named Armando, I’d have a full on love affair with him. But it’ s not. So anyways… Hi. I’m Lauryn. I am a full-blooded entrepreneur if I ever knew one. I love creating, building, making money and helping the world around me live with greater efficiency, freedom and enjoyment. But building businesses is not as easy or … [Read more...]