Since Pokemon Go came on the scene, I’ve heard two questions in my circles: “What is Pokemon Go??” “I’m not a kid, own a business, why should I care?” Pokemon Go is the fastest growing game/app to date. Within a week of launching it had 65 million users. Anytime there is something that most of […]
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Social media is the great equalizer – small businesses and entrepreneurs are able to compete for the same audiences as the big guys. The opportunities to build an audience, connect on a deeper level and attract customers are endless. BUT, there are inherent responsibilities as well…there’s two sides to every coin. [Tweet “What responsibilities
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June 30, 2016 was the first ever Social Media Day in Sierra Vista. Social Media Day was started in 2010 by Mashable as a global celebration of the growth of social media and its continuing integration into all aspects of our day to day lives. I was grateful to partner with the Small Business Development Center for the
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Ask nearly anyone in business today what’s working best for them in terms of networking, and attending live events will be near the top of the list. I’ve talked, written blog posts and recorded videos about carefully choosing opportunities to work for free, leveraging free press and using social media as a tool to grow your
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“What’s the why for your business?” As a business owner you’ve probably heard and been asked that question a bunch of times…but do you know why you need to have why?? Your why is your buffer, it’s the thing that protects you from the cold, cold world ad insulates you in a bubble of motivation
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“I’m an entrepreneur, I don’t need to sleep.” “I’ll sleep when I’m dead.” – Kirby Puckett Being an entrepreneur, you’re probably said at least one of these one time before. When you’re building a business, it’s easy to skip meals, sleep, and even showers in the relentless pursuit of making your dreams come true. But the
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STOP COPYING ME!!!!!!! Okay, this isn’t grade school, but I’m seeing more of this going on in the small business community these days and I can’t take it anymore. I know that imitation is supposed to be the sincerest form of flattery, but no. This entrepreneurial space can be a bit noisy; everybody wants to
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I know, you’re probably cringing at this question, and I understand why. As a business owner, you do what you do to make money. If you wanted to give stuff away you would’ve started a nonprofit, right? I’ll be honest with you: I always consider (and sometimes accept) offers to work for free. There are a
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