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READ MOREMy friend, the author John Maxwell, said, “The whole world with one notable exception (YOU) is made up of other people.”
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READ MORE(Complaining doesn’t fix problems, STRETCHING does) Who likes back pain? I messed up my back the other day. I could barely move, and was really feeling my age. I got to the point where I couldn’t take it anymore. My poor wife had to endure my complaining until she gave the wise command for me […]
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READ MOREPhillip G. from Marion CI asked, “Bob, I want to start my own merchandising and clothing business. How do I find a graphic designer to make my designs, and how do I find a manufacturer for my products?” Overall I think Phillip is taking the right approach. Hiring a professional designer helps ensure you have […]
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READ MOREWe all have things in life we wanted to change or goals we want to achieve. I learned a lot about achieving goals from watching people work out. I was never an athlete, and have always struggled with a few extra pounds. OK, my favorite made-up cheesy joke is to say “I’m not out of […]
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READ MOREI received a letter and Executive Summary of a business plan from Alan M. of the Idaho State Correctional Facility. In the Executive Summary he sent me, Alan asked, “Bob, what are your thoughts on my concept to start a graphic design business?” Thank you, Alan, because you’ve inspired two “Ask Bobs.” (This one, and “Tips […]
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Levi R. from Blair, Nebraska asked, “Bob, what advice do you have on naming a business?” Thanks for asking Levi! It never ceases to amaze me how some businesses with the silliest names can take off, and others with seemingly great names go nowhere. The best-case occurs when your product or business becomes the general […]
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Sean S. in Eureka CA, a house painter for 6 years, and his girlfriend, who has her own cleaning business, wrote in and asked, “Bob how do we get the painting and cleaning businesses up and going again after I am released from prison?” Thanks for writing, Sean! Starting over is tough but not impossible. I’ve been […]
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Desmond R from SCI Frackville sent this great part comment/part question which I enjoyed (paraphrased): Q: For the past 4 years I’ve been raising pups and training them to become service animals. I’d like to start a business training service animals and dog sitting when I’m released. What do you think? A: Desmond, your letter warmed […]
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READ MOREThere’s more to personal training than just working out. A personal trainer has to be as or more disciplined with their time as they are with their bodies. Personal training requires you to convert your time into dollars because you bill by the hour.
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READ MORESnow removal is a perfect way to earn extra money in the off season. You already have a truck or trucks, a phone line, and paid overhead to keep your business alive over the winter.
