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I’ve read many business books.Few have the practicality of Alex Hormozi’s “$100M Offers”. The more I read it, the more it seems like common sense.At least it should be common sense.But knowing something and executing it are different things.And herein lies the value I’ve found in the book: the practical steps to take to reach […]
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Commitment is a funny thing. We’re never sure if we’re on the right track.When we start something.While we’re doing something new. But the more we commit and the longer we commit, the more we feel we’re on the right track. Gradually that feeling becomes stronger. I’ve experienced it time and time again.The more time and
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“Why did this happen?” Our first instinct is to give an explanation.The more serious the situation, the more likely we are to come up with an “alibi” as Napoleon Hill likes to call it.These days we call it an excuse. It’s our survival instinct.We feel threatened.We try to run away.Physically if possible, verbally if not.
Every now and then I work with a startup that’s trying to raise money. My question is always the same.“Why?” “To gain market share.”“To be faster than our competitors.”“To scale more quickly.”“To go international.” My follow-up question is always the same too.“Why?” Others say they should do it.They want to grow the company.They believe in
To raise or not to raise Read More »
I had heard it many times before.But yesterday it clicked differently. Do what your role models have done. What made it click differently: the addition of “until you surpass them”. The road to success is surprisingly simple.There are many blueprints to follow.All you have to do is find the one you want to follow.Dead or
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Once you are responsible for others, you learn quickly.The effect of criticism. We’ve all received it.We’ve become accustomed to it.When we’re in the position to give it, we like to give it. That’s when we learn.Sooner.Or later. The detrimental effect of criticism. “It’s constructive criticism.” That’s what one says to justify their comments.Makes one feel
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“How are you doing?” “I’m still thinking of the name.” It’s been 4 days. “Pick whichever name makes sense to you now. You can always change it later. If you’re hesitating between a few, send me the names you’re thinking of.” “Okay.” For 3 days.Silence. “How is the YouTube channel coming along? Have you already
Action is the medicine Read More »
Imagine picking up your country’s leader from the airport.For one ride you’re his driver.What would you do?What would you say?What would you ask? Knowing that he just returned from a world trip.Knowing that he’s jet-lagged.Knowing that he’s tired. Just you and your country’s leader. Do you chit-chat?Do you ask serious questions?Do you play some music?Do
Driving the president Read More »
I used to beat myself up throughout the day.Unintentionally.But I did. Many things I wanted to get done.Had them all written down.Some were scheduled for specific time slots.Others weren’t.In my mind I had allocated time for all of them. Imagine a house of cards.Pull out a card from the bottom row.The structure collapses. That’s what
Forget to-do’s and be present Read More »
Being alive in this day and age is amazing.The tools we have at our disposal.The knowledge we have access to.The opportunities that are present. “How to be an entrepreneur in the media space?” An interesting question I got the other day.Currently, anybody at any time and at any age can create a business.Especially one in
A business anyone can start Read More »
Talking with your grandparents is a good way to reflect.They care for you.They want to know about you.They have their own opinions and beliefs – which they love to share. Especially, when you’re unable to see them frequently.You have to condense what has happened in your life.Make your thinking clear and succinct. My recent call
“How many customers and what is the average revenue per customer you need to reach your break-even point?” “I don’t know.” “How high should your revenue be to be break-even this month?” “I don’t know.” “How much cash did you start with and how much do you have now?” “I don’t know.But my investor probably