[quote style=”boxed”]It’s not who you know, but what you know about whom.[/quote] Scott Lazerson is a connector. As a strategic relationship consultant, Scott repeatedly demonstrates that he is a catalyst for innovation and breakthrough. Unrestrained by convention and driven by a desire to bring the best minds and talents together,…
[quote style=”boxed”]There aren’t enough hours in the day, so you’ve got to manage your own expectations, slow down a bit, delegate, and ensure that you’re not spending too much time on time-sucking activities that distract you from where your efforts should be focused. [/quote] Natalie Lue is the founder of Baggage…
With every interview we feature on IdeaMensch, we take away at least one key insight about the startup world and what it takes to be a successful entrepreneur. Of course “startup success,” as we’ve learned, means different things to different people, which is precisely what makes it so fascinating to…
[quote style=”boxed”]This is good management advice for anyone really: always thank those who help you. Always commend people when they do a good job. Follow the golden rule and treat others how you would like to be treated. It’s pretty simple, yet so many people don’t bother with it.[/quote] Beth…
Meet Beth Bell – President and Founder of Green Product Placement
[quote style=”boxed”]Talk with customers! It’s very easy to hide behind your computer or in your office. We solicit customer feedback all the time, and while it is sometimes painful to hear, we learn so much about how to improve because of it.[/quote] Aaron Schwartz is the co-founder and CEO of…
Meet Aaron Schwartz – Co-Founder and CEO of Modify Industries
[quote style=”boxed”]Take bigger risks. Sometimes you just need to shoot first and aim second. Just go for it.[/quote] Gaston Javurek is a mountain mover and social entrepreneur. He founded No One Without, and alongside his partner, Kelli Dunavant, is bringing clean water to people across the globe through fashion. Your…
Meet Gaston Javurek – Social Entrepreneur and Founder of No One Without
[quote style=”boxed”]I am always asking questions, including, “Why did this happen?” and “Why was the patient’s test delayed?” and “How can we improve each step of a patient’s care?” and “How can we improve how we communicate with one another and with patients?” When there is not an answer to…
[quote style=”boxed”]Because every author should treat his or her career as a business, I think the most important thing is to envision what you want. Get crystal clear about your goals. Write them down, cut out pictures and make a vision board, or verbalize your goals with someone (whatever recording…
[quote style=”boxed”]Fail, and keep failing. It means you’re trying.[/quote] Max Andrew Dubinsky is the author of the book “We Can’t Go Home Again,” a self-published, critically-acclaimed collection of short fiction following the lives of broken individuals within a lost society desperately seeking redemption and a second chance. He once accidentally…
[quote style=”boxed”]I self reflect to make sure that I handle myself with class and that I not only talk the talk, but also walk the walk. If I speak it, I do it. Always be humble and make the other person feel special. You will be remembered.[/quote] Tracey began fulfilling…