The great thing about the Internet is that there is an abundance of information available at our fingertips. We have global access to anything and everything. With all this information floating around out there in cyberspace it is easy to forget about basic copyright law. In fact, the Internet has created a significant threat to copyright protection.
An entrepreneur tends to bite off a little more than he can chew, hoping he’ll quickly learn how to chew it — Roy Ash, co-founder Litton Industries.
Does this sound like the way you run your business? It’s kind of like flying by the seat of your pants. Why not start off the new year with smarter strategies for growth? Who are the people who could help you build your business? Make a list of the kinds of experience and expertise you need to take your business to the next level. Then start talking. Reach out to people who can advise you on how to chew the right way, before you take that big bite. Even the best advice won’t prevent you from making mistakes, but it can certainly help minimize your risk.
I don’t know about you, but I have to have a cup of coffee every morning. And actually, according to the Mayo Clinic, a cup of java in the morning is a good thing. Caffeine does wonders to wake the mind and jump-start your day. It certainly works for me.
America lost one of the country’s greatest and most esteemed journalists last week — Andy Rooney. I grew up watching Rooney and always loved his commentary on CBS’s 60 Minutes. He had an amazing ability to point out the obvious and absurd. He will certainly be missed.
For the past couple of weeks, I’ve been on a nation-wide book tour for my new, New York Times and Wall Street Journal bestselling book, “It’s You Biz: The Complete Guide to Becoming Your Own Boss.” As a result, I’ve talked with hundreds of small business owners and have listened to their concerns about growing their companies. A popular topic has been technology. Leveraging the right technology is critical for small business success. However, busy entrepreneurs often don’t have time to familiarize themselves with the latest and greatest, and as a result, they make wrong choices or none at all.