1.) The Power of Connections
“Network! Make connections and keep a
record on each person you meet. Ask for their advice and help. Keep in
touch with them along the way and build your network before you need it!
Quality relationships are the keys to the kingdom.” – Clare Dreyer
2.) Focus, Focus and Focus
“Focus on ONE NICHE! And become the expert
guru in that niche with your brand. Don’t get greedy! It’s the reason
most quit by spreading themselves too thin.” – George Shepherd
3.) You Will Fail at Times
“Look forward to failure. This is how you
learn to succeed. There is plenty of time to get it right — so go ahead
and just do it — and get it wrong.” – Graham Phoenix
4.) Let Your Passion Drive You
“Find what you’re truly passionate about
and go for it head on. Your passion driving you on your entrepreneurial
journey. And understand there is NO Such THING AS BALANCE when you’re
building your empire. There are things entrepreneurs do that others will
not.” – Katerina Gasset
5.) Stop Thinking of Your Own Wallet
“Be of service; give value. Rather than
thinking “how can I make a living and make money”; think ”how can I
serve and truly add value to people’s lives? How can I make a
difference?” This is what Oprah and Deepak Chopra say is their driving mission.” – Rena Hedeman
6.) Successful Entrepreneurs Have Mentors, Coaches or Masterminds
“Surround yourself with great mentors.
They help when you reach a plateau in your business cycle and can shave
years off your business development and growth through advising from
their mistakes and successes.” – Thalej Vasishta
7.) Stop Thinking of Your Own Wallet Part II
“Approach your business from a place of
service; how can I help my audience be more successful at what they’re
doing. Before you write a blog, write a newsletter, shoot a video,
present a proposal be still for a moment and ask for the knowledge of
what your audience needs from you right now rather than to look for a
way to “win someone over.” Come from a place of how to fill someone
else’s cup rather than your own. Oh yeah and build a freaking list!” – Susan Garrett
8.) Leaders Lead Through Service to Others
“Don’t be afraid to get your hands dirty
and never ignore the reality of your situation. Always be honest with
yourself before you criticize others. If you can’t truthfully manage
yourself — you don’t have a chance of effectively managing others.” – Jason M. Aubrey
9.) Finished Beats Perfect
“Don’t wait for everything to be perfect before you make your first step. Dive in and learn as you go!” – Chris Beatty
10.) Bend to the Market
“Learn to pivot. Resist falling in love
with your initial idea so you can discover what the market actually
wants and is willing to pay for – and then give it to them!” – Cherylanne Skolnicki
11.) Core Values Last — Quick Buck Artists Don’t
“Remain authentic to yourself and your
values as you build your business. Stand for something — never sell out
for a quick buck.” – Cherylanne Skolnicki
12.) Stop Thinking of Your Own Wallet Part III
“Help people. Help when you’re happy. Help
when you’re tired, and even help without attachment to getting anything
in return. Keep on helping people towards a better life, straight
through to your marketing. If you do this, you’ll create a marketing
approach that’s based on “help marketing,” and you’ll have a business
that’s never short on customers.” – Forest Linden
13.) Today is Your Day
“I love this from Og Mandino and wish I
had learned this at age 20: “I will act now. I will act now. I will act
now. This is the time. This is the place. I am the person.” – Julie Samford
14.) Being an Entrepreneur is a Journey — Not a Destination
“Learn to love the journey. Enjoy the slow
steady movements toward what you dream of. And take refuge in the
simple comforts of loving relationships, dear friends and your creative
vision. Remember to smell the flowers often, listen to the birds,
befriend fear. I’ll say that one again, befriend fear because it will
likely be a constant companion. Nothing wrong with that, as a teacher
told me, fear means: Prepare to Grow!” – Ahava Shira
15.) Unique Positioning is Everything
“Sell what people are already buying – in your own voice.” – Barry Friedman
16.) Negative People Can Bring You Down
“Do not let the naysayers and dream
stealers turn your dream into a nightmare. There are so many people that
will tell you no — you can’t do this. If you are surrounded by those
who do, then it is time to make new friends.” – Katerina Gasset
17.) Okay — You Can Think About Your Own Wallet Now
“Stop doing anything else until you can
say you’ve mastered the ability to sell what you offer. Everything is
easier when you develop the ability to find a need; fill it and then be
paid well to do so.” – Ken Foody
18.) Test + Action = Success
“Take small and medium size risks
consistently. Test your results and focus on what works. Taking action
will make you feel alive. It’s where you personally grow.” – Justin Krane
19.) Live By: “Just Watch Me”
“Ignore everyone who says you’re crazy and it will never work. Adopt the stance, “oh yeah, just watch me.” – Debra Gould
20.) Expand Your Mind: Forever
“One thing? Never stop learning!” – James L. Pearson
