This post is different than most, but I wanted to share something I’ve been struggling with.  Maybe hearing about my struggle will help you through this same struggle.   My struggle really began two years ago with the death of my Grandpa.  We were close. He taught me a lot about life, work, finishing ... Read More

There are hundreds of companies that sell computers, but what is it that makes Apple so successful? There are thousands of chocolatiers around the world, but what is it that makes Godiva stand out? There are thousands of coffee shops around the world, but what allowed Starbucks to dominate the coffee world? Every day you ... Read More

The Truth About Social Media? -Everyone uses social media. -All successful businesses use social media. -Using social media = lots of money. -Social media provides high ROI. Social (online media) vs. Direct Mail 25% of consumers think a lot of online information can’t be trusted. 20% are more trusting of information received in the mail ... Read More

**Due to all the recent changes Facebook has undergone, some of the follow steps may be different. Despite popular belief, growing a successful business isn’t complicated.  Business really boils down to one thing – relationships. To succeed in business you have to continually move people through the following process: Stranger —>  Friend —-> Customer —> ... Read More

It’s 6:10 am, my wife is still sleeping.  All three boys are still dreaming of far-off places, maybe even big cats wearing tall hats  (yes, they love “The Cat in the Hat”). As a good husband and father, my objective is to get dressed and out the door without waking the entire house.  It doesn’t ... Read More

The “MTV Cribs” Episode That Never Happened From The Millionaire Fastlane Host: “Today we visit 22-year-old Big Daddyhoo and his 8,000 square-foot crib here on the beautiful Atlantic coastline, live from sunny Palm Beach, Florida… so, Big Daddyhoo, tell us about your rides!” Big Daddyhoo: “Yo dawg, we gotz the Ferrari F430 over there with ... Read More

You’re weird.  I’m weird.  And the world is getting weirder according to Seth Godin’s new book We Are All Weird. The official book description says, “For generations, marketers, industrialists and politicians have tried to force us into little boxes, complying with their idea of what we should buy, use or want. ….As Godin has identified, ... Read More

Trying to be more productive? Need to get more done? Maybe it’s time to consider outsourcing. But don’t try it before you read these 10 Steps to Successful Outsourcing.  ... Read More

Choosing to live the entrepreneurial life seems to be the cool thing to do.  After all, no boss, no set schedule, controlling your own destiny, and unlimited earning potential are all possible for an entrepreneur. The entrepreneurial journey reminds me of sailing through the Caribbean.  The blue sky, the crystal clear water, and the wide ... Read More

Getting more traffic to your website can be a challenge.  Sure, there are some shortcuts, secrets if you will, to getting more traffic, but traffic for traffic’s sake won’t do you any good.  Your goal should be to build a loyal following.  To lead a tribe, as Seth Godin would say. Someone who has managed ... Read More