We don’t always agree on things, but everyone’s allowed the chance to explain their point of view, and I’m never resistant to changing my opinion. This is why I don’t surround myself with yes men – my team are all passionate about emble and want it to succeed more than…
[quote style=”boxed”]Last year I spent over $25,000 getting my first book published, edited, and marketed. I made $10.51 in sales. That could be a failure, or that could be the beginning of something extraordinary. It all depends how you look at it.[/quote] Toni Rae is the third of four daughters,…
[quote style=”boxed”]My typical day involves nothing typical. I am the only sales person, I lead the development team and I am the UI/UX guy as well. I am a marketing guy by education and have taught myself to code….but am really just a hack.[/quote] John Jackovin graduated from the University…
I recommend everyone join me in following the entrepreneurial recipe: Build it, test it, learn from it, fix it. Then rinse and repeat as fast as possible! Simon Slade, CEO of Doubledot Media Limited, founded the company in 2005 with Mark Ling, director at Doubledot Media. In this role, Slade oversees…
[quote style=”boxed”]I would build relationships differently with partners to ensure a mutual success, rather than a 1-sided venture.[/quote] Bronson L. Quon, a CPA, started his professional career even before graduating college, interning at notable companies like The Walt Disney Company and The Gap where he gained valuable experience in Financial…
[quote style=”boxed”]Charge more early on and probably be a little more aggressive about marketing. I made the mistake that I think a lot of entrepreneurs make – thinking that all you need is a good service or product to win. You don’t get what you deserve, you get what you…
[quote style=”boxed”]I think we’ve all heard that culture is really important at least a thousand times. “Get the culture right. Don’t mess up the culture.” But most people don’t talk about the other side of this coin. If the culture is not a fit for me as an individual, I…
[quote style=”boxed”]Staying focused. In our industry, it’s really easy to get caught up in what others are doing. I make a point to focus on what I can control and try not to think about the competition.[/quote] Mark Trefgarne is Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder of LiveRail. In this role, Mark…
[quote style=”boxed”]Do something. You can think and dream all you want, but do something about it. Don’t be the person watching Shark Tank and kicking yourself.[/quote] Michael McConnell is a second generation co-owner of Prince Lionheart, a company that designs and creates top quality parenting innovations. There’s the flawless parenting…
[quote style=”boxed”]Always take time to reflect on the day or what’s to come. Some call it meditating or praying. However you label it, it’s during these quiet times that you can really meld vision and purpose.[/quote] Charles Cantu started with nothing more than an associate’s degree and a passion for…