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One of the great things about being an executive and leadership coach is the opportunity to work with a variety of people who work in a variety of different industries. I have been doing some work recently with Kara Rosner, owner of Key Virtual Office Solutions – a Virtual Assistant (VA) business based in Scottsdale, Arizona.
I asked Kara if she would mind sharing her experiences of starting up her small business through an interview – she was in full agreement. I thought sharing her experience will benefit many of my other clients as well as those who intend to start up their own small business one day.
Kara epitomizes the American entrepreneurial spirit and has demonstrated the leadership traits to be successful in any new enterprise … I hope that you find some benefit into her thoughts about her business. (more…)
We all think of the 4th of July as a celebration in remembrance of proclaiming our Independence from England. The actual legal separation from England took place on July 2, 1776 with the Declaration of Independence being approved on July 4th. Still, most of the congressional delegates didn’t sign the declaration until August 2nd of 1776, but that just doesn’t sound right as a holiday.
July 4th not only sounds good but and it’s in the right place on the calendar for a good BBQ and fireworks holiday. Yep! We really declared July 4th a national holiday because we needed something between Memorial Day, the unofficial start of summer, and Labor Day the unofficial end. We have Father’s Day in June but that’s not really a grilling, drinking, fireworks kind of day. Besides, that left two whole months until Labor day and that’s too long without a good excuse for a summer party. July 4th is right there in the middle and it coincided with an important American event, so there you have it. (more…)
Wines of the World: a Guide to Choosing more Unusual Wines
By: Derek Rogers
The amazing array of different wines on the market can be overwhelming for even the most distinguished wine connoisseur. When it comes to picking from some of the more unusual wines from around the world, things can get tricky. These surprising tastes do not seem to follow the rules, yet they are so wonderful and robust that you must try each of them at least once if you want to truly understand wine at its finest.
Where to Start
One of the best places to start when choosing a more unusual wine is to find out what is out there. If you do not have any idea of the unusual wines on the market then you really cannot go about choosing one. You might be amazed at just how many different wines there are on the market.
Nothing happens unless we first dream. Carl Sandburg
So many of our dreams at first seem impossible, then they seem improbable, and then we summon the will, they soon become inevitable. Christopher Reeve (more…)
Some people believe that negative thoughts are the biggest roadblock to positive thinking. However, that’s not entirely true. The greatest enemy of positive thinking is making excuses. On the surface, excuses appear harmless. If you stop to think about it, excuses can be quite harmful as they can prevent us from growing and achieving our desires. (more…)
Business Start Up Funding – Are There Any Hazards Involved in Financing a Business?
By: David S. Stratton
Having a business means you must also be aware that certain risks come with the business. It should be known that business and risk are two observable realities that must always be seen together. Every business owner must be aware of this, whether you are a seasoned business owner or simply a potential business owner. Experience shows that a lot of significant business owners have plunged their businesses into risky ventures and have ended up failing. This can be true for every person. (more…)
