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Communicate Until You Puke
Early in my career I saw an interview with the legendary CEO Jack Welch that has always stuck with me. For the life of me I can’t find the interview anywhere. But in my memory…
Can You Research the Competition Too Much?
As I wrap up my second year of taking a break from a traditional career, I’m meeting with some entrepreneurs who are building interesting companies. I thought it would be beneficial to answer some of…
How to Know if It’s Time to Turn Your Idea into a Business
Should you start your own business? Do you have an idea that you just can’t shake and you think it might be an actual business? How do you know if your idea is just a…
When and How to Say “No” to a Customer
As I wrap up my second year of taking a break from a traditional career, I’m meeting with some entrepreneurs who are building interesting companies. I thought it would be beneficial to answer some of…
The Subtle, yet Profound Shift that Changed My Life
When you’re in a bookstore or browsing books online, do you hesitate in the slightest to purchase a book that piques your curiosity? It could be the price, the time it will take to read…
My First 18 Months of Early Retirement
It doesn’t seem that long ago that I was reading a blog post by Brandon, the Mad Fientist, describing his first year of retiring early. At the time I was working hard to build the company…
How to Get What You Want
What is it you desire? What’s the thing you want more than anything else? Want to know the secret to getting it? Limit yourself. That’s right, the key to more is indeed less. This ancient…
PopUp Business School Coming to Charleston!
Registration for Charleston now open here! Have you ever wondered what it would be like to have your own business? Do you have an idea for a new product or business? Earlier this year…
Are You a Good Boss to Yourself?
When I watch the house hunting shows, I always smile when someone says they’re looking for their “forever home.” I suppose we are all searching on some level for a calm, peaceful (and tastefully designed)…