tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-50005035111595782642024-03-05T11:01:27.384-08:00Naija Options BlogSuccess, business, entrepreneurship, motivation and technologyMina Angelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09801813020826443512noreply@blogger.comBlogger2141500tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5000503511159578264.post-87588393205087855242022-11-16T05:38:00.005-08:002022-11-16T08:00:47.870-08:00StartUps: 4 Keys to Business Success<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgf6JlxUyhg5GzAGr5QiVmoM23A4HEfS0ChX6m0N5kbJg0sRUIu8OkUw9YKlS9hB3vGfyu2L2cpI83_g1SgPQbLobZwhjB-J2DfPMi3iHU65xPpjuJLFaJPFA4PZOSCNzepuDs7MndjRkRuaiPBSjX2cSsa6kc1pGYOXoPLh-4EVtP1N4B4HtQcoGhxew/s1920/4%20Factors%20for%20business%20success%202.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Keys to business success" border="0" data-original-height="1280" data-original-width="1920" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgf6JlxUyhg5GzAGr5QiVmoM23A4HEfS0ChX6m0N5kbJg0sRUIu8OkUw9YKlS9hB3vGfyu2L2cpI83_g1SgPQbLobZwhjB-J2DfPMi3iHU65xPpjuJLFaJPFA4PZOSCNzepuDs7MndjRkRuaiPBSjX2cSsa6kc1pGYOXoPLh-4EVtP1N4B4HtQcoGhxew/w640-h426/4%20Factors%20for%20business%20success%202.jpg" title="Keys to business success" width="640" /></a></div>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Each year, about 3.5 million startups are created. Only 10% of these startups are likely to succeed. Each startup has a different business model, product, resource, and revenue projection.</span></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><span data-preserver-spaces="true">These companies could be small businesses, wellness brands, technology startups, lifestyle startups, pet care companies or technology companies. </span></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><span data-preserver-spaces="true">However, startup success is independent of their business model. Timing, talent attraction management and funding are the main factors determining a startup's success.</span></p>
<h2><span data-preserver-spaces="true">4 factors of success in business</span></h2>
<h3><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Business Timing</span></h3>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Launching a product or service takes place at the right time. Even with enough funding, a strong team, and a brilliant idea, your startup might need help. Your startup will not struggle if there is enough demand for your product or service. The competition is fierce. Your idea may only be popular if there is time. Your product could be outdated if you enter the market too late.</span></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">How can you tell when you're too late or too early? It's much easier to conclude that you are late than to be early. You must be more present if there is a new trend or technology. If your product needs to be updated due to lifestyle changes or obsolete features, fix that. </span></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Digital formats have overtaken compact discs, which are now obsolete. You will not succeed if your goal is to sell compact discs.</span></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">It can be difficult to determine if you are young enough. However, some questions will help you make an informed decision. Are people enthusiastic about your product or service? Or are they hesitant or unsure? </span></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Understand what your audience wants. What percentage of people are eager to buy your product? Talk to your friends, colleagues, and community members. You can also use social media to reach people within your target audience.</span></p>
<h3><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Recruiting Talent</span></h3>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Adapt to new market demands at the top level. Startups must attract and retain top talent to scale sustainably. For example, it is crucial to have the ability to manage change and take decisions in uncertain situations. </span></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Companies are still looking for the right talent due to growing demand. Many see starting a startup as riskier than working for established companies. For startups to hire top talent, a strong employer brand is essential.</span></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Vibrant talents look out for safety and career advancement opportunities in future jobs. They understand that there's a talent war. Startups need to communicate effectively and offer strong evidence to support employees. </span></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">It is important to keep your talent, regardless of whether you offer wellness programs or celebrations at work that encourage employees. Sometimes, even the most talented employee can be a bit behind. Employees are valued by being offered flexible work hours, positive feedback, and rewards.</span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh29pFpzKFVioU94JxEJ5mzXgt0nwLNuH2mO7F5xRHS_idPxo2W_oQBb0mxKuUImmEdIL6QDjKV570TDkaoyJVkzVjkzG-e3mpe607KBUhoPu6i4wUCPoFRySfiXpRuyAVj0FZ-5KvKSMDr59AwYDxj8aK0tlBSJVw7RpCpq0t_yBI_i61t9tetUQBgQg/s1920/4%20Factors%20for%20business%20success.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Keys to business success" border="0" data-original-height="1277" data-original-width="1920" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh29pFpzKFVioU94JxEJ5mzXgt0nwLNuH2mO7F5xRHS_idPxo2W_oQBb0mxKuUImmEdIL6QDjKV570TDkaoyJVkzVjkzG-e3mpe607KBUhoPu6i4wUCPoFRySfiXpRuyAVj0FZ-5KvKSMDr59AwYDxj8aK0tlBSJVw7RpCpq0t_yBI_i61t9tetUQBgQg/w640-h426/4%20Factors%20for%20business%20success.jpg" title="Keys to business success" width="640" /></a></div><p></p>
<h3><span data-preserver-spaces="true">StartUp Funding</span></h3>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">The ability to get financing is one of the key factors that separates successful startups from unsuccessful ones. Over the years, research shows that 38% fail to get financing because they are short of capital.</span></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">There are many reasons why some businesses don't get financing. One reason is that their industry is considered to be risky. Financial institutions might be reluctant to lend loans to startups without customers. Financial institutions often require applicants to have strong customer relationships and good cash flow to ensure that they will repay the loan.</span></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">You can increase your chances of funding by proving that your product is viable and has the potential for growth and development.</span></p>
<h3><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Personality as a founder</span></h3>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">There are many ways that your personality can impact your life. It determines how you interact with customers, treat employees, and negotiate with vendors. In general, your personality reflects the type of person you are: passionate, ambitious, goal-oriented, and budget-minded. </span></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Your interpretations and judgments as the founder of the business will be the driving force behind the company's success. It is the founder of a company who makes decisions based on how they perceive reality.</span></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Many factors, such as professional development and entrepreneurial preferences, can influence your <a href="https://elitebusinessmagazine.co.uk/analysis/item/ten-tips-for-business-success" target="_blank">business success</a>. You can also distinguish yourself as a successful entrepreneur through flexibility, integrity, persistence, and reliability.</span></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">One trait that allows entrepreneurs to explore different possibilities, ideas, and scenarios is cognitive flexibility. This is made possible by exposure to new experiences. Engaging in novel activities and learning new skills also help. </span></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">A key entrepreneurial skill is a reliability. It is possible to do simple tasks differently, such as simple transcription or taking a different route from the shop. This helps build cognitive flexibility. </span></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Reliability refers to being trustworthy and reliable. It's about aligning your actions with your words, knowing when to say no, and keeping all promises. Say no or set limits if you're asked to do something that seems too difficult or impossible. It is better to overdeliver than to overpromise and not deliver.</span></p>
<h2>How is success measured in business</h2>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">The success of a startup is often due to a combination of factors, such as the timing of the launch, hiring the right people, financing, and the founder's personality. Timing is about identifying market demand and launching products when it is most convenient for customers. This is crucial to secure financing.</span></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Startup success is dependent on the ability to attract and find talent. Companies without a core group of skilled professionals are more likely to have problems with cash flow management, productivity, and supply chain issues.</span></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">It takes certain characteristics to be a leader that employees and customers love to work with. <a href="https://www.askmenet.com/2017/03/3-challenges-facing-new-entrepreneurs.html" target="_blank">Entrepreneurs</a> and their ventures are successful because of their ability to think and act with integrity, reliability, and perseverance.</span> </p>
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<span id="docs-internal-guid-204d8103-e142-dca7-f463-cdf468f79fb7"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">From experience, time is a certain commodity that along with the money you just cannot get back once it is gone. Money can be made again but time cannot be retrieved. Many mistakes and bad decisions can end up with you losing a significant amount of time that could've been done on another project and losing a lot of money.</span></span><br />
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">We all have many great ideas and get very excited once we think it is going to solve the crisis’ of our current troubled world. However, it is known that </span><a href="https://smallbiztrends.com/2016/11/startup-statistics-small-business.html" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">more than 50% of small businesses fail in the first 4 years</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> and 46% failing secondary to incompetence. </span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Burning out all your funds while waiting for people to buy your product is why businesses fail. It might be a good idea to have a second job or make sure you have enough revenue coming in to make sure your business does not fail. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Technology is changing every day, adding innovation and creativity in outdoor lighting, to do more than just beautify homes. Technology allows low voltage lighting in advance and provides affordable control and options that increase safety and security of homes, walkways, steps, pools, ponds and more. Below are five ways technology makes outdoor lighting both safe and cost-effective.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">#1. An astronomical timer allows you to schedule your system to go on every day at dusk and goes off at dawn with daylight time-saving factors. It never needs adjusting. It makes your light go dusk till dawn.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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probabilities and exaggerate risk. “When you change the way you look at things,
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life! It only appreciates and will never depreciate.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">With real estate
<a href="http://www.naijaoptions.com/2017/03/being-entrepreneur.html" target="_blank">investments</a>, there are more ways in which to realize your ROI (Return on
Investment). Let's analyze some of the various ways in which your real estate
investment will bring you wealth and increase your ROI and provide a good cash
flow.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><b>#1. Cash Flow from Rental Income</b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Real estate investors have
better <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.com/2012/12/reasons-why-first-time-entrepreneurs.html" target="_blank">control</a> over risks on their cash investment. Though there are timely
slumps for residential investment property, a long lease for many years does
reduce and remove that factor.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">From records, real estate
has given excellent ROI due to increase in investment property value over time.
Sometimes analysts cannot always predict trends in real estate so you need an
agent for your investments (as a guide).<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Investment Property</b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">While your investment is
providing cash flow, you can also improve your ROI should you choose to
liquidate it. Renovation to the appearance and functionality of an investment
property significantly increases the value to meet trends and styles.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Population growth also
creates housing demand and drives up rental prices when supply cannot keep
pace.</span><span style="text-align: left;"> </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">As you pay down your
mortgage, the equity in your investment property will increase. Equity is a
good means to fund your real estate investment projects and make good ROI.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Finding a high-value
property investment is one very effective way to increase your net worth. Such
deals don't come easy, and savvy investors do their homework: they read up
property listings frequently and monitor/take advantage of rising
<a href="http://www.naijaoptions.com/2013/03/opportunity-inside-difficulty.html" target="_blank">opportunities</a>.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">While there are certainly
buyers/investors who are qualified to buy/sell their own homes, there is a long
list of frequently asked questions that will be best answered but a Real Estate
Agent. It is mostly advised that you get a real estate agent to close your
deals especially when you get into a difficult situation.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Invest today, and wax in
wealth and financial freedom tomorrow. Click here and get free advice from a
<a href="https://web.facebook.com/Anjemina-Properties-292755584469515/" target="_blank">#RealEstateAgent</a>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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#realestateagent #realestateproperty #opportunity<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<div class="blogger-post-footer">A blog about success, business, social media, technology, entrepreneurship, and marketing.</div>Mina Angelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09801813020826443512noreply@blogger.com0United States, canada, united kingdom, germany, ukraine, russia, south africa, ghana, nigeria, kenya, egypt, india, china, australia, italy, France, Belgium, Spain, Portugal, Netherlands, Poland, Malta, England, Scotland, Switzerland, Australia, New Zealand, Austria, Denmark, Croatia, Slovakia, Czech Republic, Korea, Japan, Hong Kong, Panama, Argentina, Brazil, Zimbabwe, Cyprus, Ireland, Belarus, Chile, United Arab Emirates, Dubai, Paris, Algeria, Denmark, Netherlands, Iceland, Russia, Wales, Albania, Andorra, Armenia, Austria, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Estonia, Finland, France, Georgia, Greece, Hungary, Kazakhstan, Kosovo, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Macedonia, Malta, Moldova, Monaco, Montenegro, Norway, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Sweden, Turkey, Vatican City, Antigua and Barbuda, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Canada, Costa Rica, Cuba, Dominica, Dominican Republic, El Salvador, Grenada, Guatemala, Haiti, Honduras, Jamaica, Mexico, Nicaragua, Panama, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Trinidad and Tobago, United States of America (USA)55.378051 -3.4359729999999912.203021 -86.05316049999999 90 79.18121450000001tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5000503511159578264.post-11944264785489323932017-04-24T14:46:00.000-07:002017-04-24T14:46:14.798-07:00Why It's (Sometimes) Good to Fire Your Employees<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">Don't let your workers take advantage of your company.</span><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">Employee behavior has
always been a source of frustration for managers, and it’s led to important
works like Fredrick Winston Taylor’s <a href="http://www.skymark.com/resources/leaders/taylor.asp" style="box-sizing: border-box; outline: 0px; text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="color: windowtext;">four
principles of management</span></a> and Douglas McGregor’s Theory X
and Theory Y.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-iHc-NLwCfdY/WPv49LiTdVI/AAAAAAAACJE/jLwr_4rGMA4_JfnqGbyIbxNru7n_VxjjACLcB/s1600/why%2Bits%2Bgood2_www.naijaoptions.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="179" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-iHc-NLwCfdY/WPv49LiTdVI/AAAAAAAACJE/jLwr_4rGMA4_JfnqGbyIbxNru7n_VxjjACLcB/s320/why%2Bits%2Bgood2_www.naijaoptions.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode", sans-serif;">But problematic
workplace behavior seems more common now than ever.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">For instance, <a href="https://www.entrepreneur.com/article/220132" style="box-sizing: border-box; outline: 0px; text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="color: windowtext;">Vonda
White, 46, recalls</span></a> having an unsettling feeling about an
employee at her Tarpon Springs, Fla., insurance-brokerage firm Collegiate Risk
Management. He demonstrated a <a href="http://www.entrepreneur.com/article/242881" style="box-sizing: border-box; outline: 0px; text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="color: windowtext;">negative
attitude</span></a> and seemed distant in his day-to-day dealings with
her. Eventually she discovered he had copied the company's database and was
trying to help a friend launch a competing company, White says.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">There are hundreds of
other examples, though, and bad attitudes in workplace spread like wildfire. A
single employee's bad attitude can have a huge effect on the entire workforce.
Mistakes might occur more often and output will likely slow. If your customers
encounter bad attitudes from your employees, they won't come back.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">Losing your competitive
advantage to a direct rival as a result of your employees’ selfish interest is
unbearable and has serious effect on company’s survival. <a href="http://edition.cnn.com/2014/02/18/business/coca-cola-secret-formula/" style="box-sizing: border-box; outline: 0px; text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="color: windowtext;">Coca-Cola -- the world's ubiquitous brown fizzy drink</span></a> --
is staying afloat as the soda market shrinks, and many point to a marketing
strategy around the so-called "secret recipe" as the key to its
resilience in a struggling industry. If someone had leaked that “secret recipe,”
interest might dwindle.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">Issues bordering on
mismanagement of companies’ resources or theft are sure ways of dragging a
business to its early grave.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: windowtext; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">What can be done to correct these anomalies?<o:p></o:p></span></h2>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">Scholars in the field of
business management advocate for performance management that encourages daily
monitoring of employees’ job performance. However, in our contemporary,
digitalized world, the use of sophisticated technology can help.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">You can now install
security systems to prevent theft or mismanagement of company resources.
You can get tech to give you a real time view of your employees. Using GPS to
track employees in employer-owned vehicles is a great strategy to curtail the
use of company’s vehicles for private businesses</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">Read<a href="https://www.entrepreneur.com/article/292482" target="_blank"> more...</a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<div class="blogger-post-footer">A blog about success, business, social media, technology, entrepreneurship, and marketing.</div>Mina Angelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09801813020826443512noreply@blogger.com0United States, canada, united kingdom, germany, ukraine, russia, south africa, ghana, nigeria, kenya, egypt, india, china, australia, italy, France, Belgium, Spain, Portugal, Netherlands, Poland, Malta, England, Scotland, Switzerland, Australia, New Zealand, Austria, Denmark, Croatia, Slovakia, Czech Republic, Korea, Japan, Hong Kong, Panama, Argentina, Brazil, Zimbabwe, Cyprus, Ireland, Belarus, Chile, United Arab Emirates, Dubai, Paris, Algeria, Denmark, Netherlands, Iceland, Russia, Wales, Albania, Andorra, Armenia, Austria, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Estonia, Finland, France, Georgia, Greece, Hungary, Kazakhstan, Kosovo, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Macedonia, Malta, Moldova, Monaco, Montenegro, Norway, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Sweden, Turkey, Vatican City, Antigua and Barbuda, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Canada, Costa Rica, Cuba, Dominica, Dominican Republic, El Salvador, Grenada, Guatemala, Haiti, Honduras, Jamaica, Mexico, Nicaragua, Panama, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Trinidad and Tobago, United States of America (USA)55.378051 -3.4359729999999912.203021 -86.05316049999999 90 79.18121450000001tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5000503511159578264.post-65416905926656942922017-04-23T13:33:00.000-07:002017-04-23T13:33:09.257-07:00Why Being Clueless Can Be a Great Thing<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">How hiring our first salesperson led me to recognize that
cluelessness is at the heart of entrepreneurship.</span><span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">We entrepreneurs can be
clueless at times, and that is okay. In February, I interviewed candidates for
the first sales position at my company, <a href="https://www.jotform.com/" style="box-sizing: border-box; outline: 0px; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank"><span style="color: windowtext;">JotForm</span></a>. I have never
been a salesperson, and I have never worked with one before. I may as well have
been recruiting nuclear scientists, interpretive dancers or blacksmiths.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-EDPH3f9srB4/WPv1f2n3TKI/AAAAAAAACI4/eqEjbytF72AH9PrBuPgIk91C8WnHF8GrQCLcB/s1600/why%2Bbeing%2Bclueless2_www.naijaoptions.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="179" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-EDPH3f9srB4/WPv1f2n3TKI/AAAAAAAACI4/eqEjbytF72AH9PrBuPgIk91C8WnHF8GrQCLcB/s320/why%2Bbeing%2Bclueless2_www.naijaoptions.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div>
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<span style="color: #252525; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , sans-serif; text-align: justify;">But my
inexperience was a gift. It led me to recognize that cluelessness is at the
heart of entrepreneurship, and how we deal with that cluelessness defines
our company. With that said, I want to share how I was able to get the most out
of my ignorance.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #363636; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Cluelessness as an invitation<o:p></o:p></span></h2>
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<span style="color: #252525; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">Entrepreneurs
usually experience cluelessness as a result of or as a harbinger of change. For
example, my company typically focuses on self-service solutions, so
we’ve never needed salespeople. Recently, however, larger companies asked if we
could provide an enterprise version with unique features, and, as we began
building it, we recognized that selling a product to enterprise organizations
requires a level of attention that only a salesperson can provide. So, we
decided to make our first sales hire.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #252525; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">My
cluelessness turned out to be an invitation to learn, but reading and asking
good questions helped me learn enough about sales to make a good decision.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #363636; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Talk the talk<o:p></o:p></span></h2>
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<span style="color: #252525; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">Reading
about sales processes and team structures had multiple benefits. First, it
taught me that I needed a software as a service (SaaS) specialist because
selling software subscriptions is different from any other kind of sales. Whereas
real estate agents selling a house or ad sales people have a completely
different skill set, SaaS sellers must convince someone to continue to purchase
their product month after month. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 13.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode";">Stress affects people
differently, and some people seem to be more resilient to stress when compared
to others to others.Nevertheless, a certain amount of stress can be good for
self-motivation, building strong connections and sometimes makes a relationship
last longer but when stress over-weighs an individual, there's a problem as
one's productivity, <a href="https://penmyemotions.com/how-to-recover-from-a-broken-relationship/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">relationships</a>, health and quality and quantity of life can
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that things are out of control in one's life but look on the bright side; you
are in much control of your life than you ever know; stressful lives can be
turned around into positive ones following ten ways to reduce stress below:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 13.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode";">1. Eat a healthy diet: Eat a
healthy breakfast and eat several healthy meals throughout the day. Keeping
your body nourished will help you to be resilient towards stress. Do not decide
to unhealthy as this could cause you some serious health issues. Be mindful of
what you put in your mouth.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 13.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode";">2. Get enough sleep: Everyone
loves a good, long, peaceful sleep when feelings of stress arise. Establish a
healthy bedtime routine to help you prepare to sleep. Try meditation to help
you sleep soundly or to help you put your body back to sleep when you wake up
during the night.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Plan ahead to avoid unnecessary stress from running late or being unprepared.
Use positive communication to send complete messages including how you are
feeling, speak up rather than bottling your emotions up.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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viewing the problem causing your stress from another perspective. After this is
done, channel your energy into proferring solution to the problem while still
keeping your stress levels low. For example, you can use Google up to your
advantage by googling up answers that people in the past have provided or chat
with friends-Yahoo, Quora and forums are great places to start from<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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changed: Quit trying to control things that are out of your control like other
people. Some things cannot be changed, learning to appreciate such things just
as it is we will help relieve stress.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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decision and standing right by it 100% no matter what people hold of this is
sure to help relieve stress.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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"Take a 5-minute break and focus on only one behavior with
awareness", Tutlin says. Find ways to introduce peace and calm into your
home. Find time to go out into nature when such a need arise. When you spend
time at the moment and focus on your senses, you should feel less tense.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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friends: Reaching out to people you trust on your social networks is one of
your best tools for handling stress. Communicating with someone - preferably
face to face, or at least on the phone can help you feel more grounded and
calm.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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forms of activities, including yoga and walking, can ease depression and
anxiety by helping the brain release feel-good chemicals; giving your body a
chance to practice dealing with stress. Even 10 minutes of activity that makes
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Laughing is the best medicine to a heavy heart as it acts as a stress reliever.
Nurturing yourself will increase your resilience. Do something each day, just
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<b>A comfortable, ergonomically designed sewing space can help minimize backaches and body cramps that often occur from working in a position for extended periods of time so you can spend more time doing what you want – Sewing!</b><br />
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I enjoy sewing very much, and I can spend hours in front of <a href="http://sewingmachinesview.com/" rel="" target="_blank">my sewing machine</a> designing and crafting until I get my project exactly to my liking. Okay, call me a perfectionist, but there is nothing I enjoy more than creating something with my hands, not to mention the pride and warmth I feel when I can display my work for everyone to see or give a handcrafted gift to a loved one. But let’s face it, sewing for long hours on end can be a pain in the neck (no pun intended!)<br />
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When I was starting out, I didn’t have much room for sewing spaces. So I would turn wherever I was into a sewing space – whether sitting at the kitchen table hunched over a sewing machine, sprawling out on the living room floor pinning fabric and pattern pieces together or grabbing what little spot. I could find near the coffee table sharing a good movie with a pair of Fiskars pinking shears. You might say that you find ways to be resourceful when you need to. But, it’s not so good on the neck, back, legs, and arms neck.<br />
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If you are always feeling aches and pains after spending time in front of your sewing machine, then it might be a chance to talk ergonomics – the ergonomics of sewing that is.<br />
So what exactly is “Ergonomics”? It’s all about making your environment, in this case, your sewing environment, as comfortable to work in as possible so that you can reduce the potential of body aches from sitting in the same position for extended periods of time. Then you can spend more time doing what you want to do: sew! Got your attention? Ok, let’s go!<br />
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<b>Your Sewing Table</b><br />
Let’s begin with your sewing table. This is an important tip for keeping your back as pain-free as possible. First of all, the dining room table is just not the best place to be sewing. It is typically too high to sew comfortably, ergonomically speaking. If space is too high, you will have to lift your shoulders to get your arms high enough to be able to reach the sewing area. This can cause strain in the shoulders, the neck, and the upper back muscles as well.<br />
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If the sewing area is too low, which many times is the case, you will be hunching forward to sew which places strain, again, on the neck, shoulders, and back. All this is fatiguing and results in muscle pain. The most comfortable position should have your back upright against the back of your seat with your elbows consistently at right angles and your forearms parallel to the floor as you sew.<br />
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<b>Here’s how to determine the proper height for sewing:</b><br />
First sit in a comfortable, adjustable chair with your feet flat on the floor. Now adjust your seat until your knees are bent at about a 90-degree angle or so. With your elbows bent in front of you at right angles have a friend measure the distance from your elbow to the floor.<br />
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This is the ideal height for your sewing table, provided that your sewing machine bed is flush with the table, such as is the case with the machines that are built into sewing cabinets. If your machine is not a built-in to a sewing table style you will have to account for the additional 3 inches for the sewing machine base.<br />
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One option is to raise your seat slightly to maintain that 90-degree bend in your arms. You may also want to place something under your feet to keep them flat and your knees bent at about 90 degrees as well. Another option is just to use a lower table. If you are up for the challenge you can build your own ergonomic sewing table that is suitable for your specific height requirements. It’s easier that you think.<br />
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<b>Your Sewing Chair</b><br />
A comfortable chair that’s easy to adjust is a must: one with adjustable height as well as an adjustable backrest will provide the greatest comfort. A waterfall front edge in which the front of the seat slopes or slightly drops down helps to keep space between the chair and the back of the legs, minimizing pressure on the back of the legs as pressure can reduce blood circulation to the thighs.<br />
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A pneumatic seat, one with a little bounce, gives your back support by taking the pressure off your back. A cushioned seat helps to distribute weight so that no part body of your body is feeling the strain of all the pressure.<br />
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<b>Proper Lighting</b><br />
Most sewing machines come with a built-in light that shines directly on the sewing area. However, this is typically not enough and you will more than likely need additional lighting for the surrounding area. Don’t underestimate the importance of good lighting; insufficient lighting can cause eyestrain and possibly headaches.<br />
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The ideal situation would be to choose a sewing space that has as much natural light as possible. If not then a flexible table lamp that can be positioned as you need would be the next best option. <a href="http://oldschoolreview.com/" rel="" target="_blank">Another great option</a> would be a light fixture that provides a magnifying glass or has one attached.<br />
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successful business, know that <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.com/2017/03/being-entrepreneur.html" target="_blank">someone</a> once made a courageous decision [Peter
Drucker]. Constantly think about how you could make things better and keep
questioning yourself [Elon Musk]. If you have the courage to begin, then you
have all the courage you need to succeed.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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everywhere’ is quickly being replaced with ‘be where it matters to your
business’ [Mike Stelzner]. Life is 10% what happens to you or your business and
90% of how you react to it yourself or as the business [Charles Swindoll]. Sir
Richard Branson do not think of work as work and play as play; it is all a part
of living. Think like this.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Live it. Do what is right, not what is easy. A strong mind is better than a
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">When the going gets tough,
that is when the toughness in you comes out. Learn to bring out the giant in
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Help those around you, and you will find help when you need it. With teamwork,
everyone achieves more. With individual efforts, you get worn out and break
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the people around us: in our thoughts, actions, emotions, <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.com/2015/06/how-to-be-bold-and-succeed.html" target="_blank">success</a>,
spirituality, reaction and more. Your environment is who you are.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span data-reactid=".0">It is interesting; life isn't supposed to work out perfectly for you, you are supposed to make life work out perfectly for you; but yet most of us expect things to go exactly the way we want it; why?! because we're good people? Or is it because you feel like you deserve it? look around you life doesn't quite work that way. </span><br />
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<span data-reactid=".0">If you want it bad enough you have to be willing to let go of what's holding you back. You can't focus on baggage & progress at the same time. One must go! Success is a jealous partner it requires your full attention most of the time. Life with family requires you to be present and attentive, so does life in your careers. Without the attention it deserves, success will become a disloyal partner. That's how it works.</span><br />
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"Being an entrepreneur isn't really about starting a business. It's a way of looking at the world*: seeing opportunity where others see obstacles, taking risks when others take refuge".<br />
~ Michael Bloomberg. (Billionaire, Former Mayor of New York)<br />
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Plenty people delve to become entrepreneurs because they want to take charge of their time and financial <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.com/2016/12/5-business-keys-required-for-success-in.html" target="_blank">future</a> with the hope that entrepreneurship can provide them. While the passion for entrepreneurship is high, there is so much more to the realities of being an <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.com/2012/04/entrepreneurs-iq.html" target="_blank">Entrepreneur</a> before taking a leap. Young entrepreneurs should be aware of these before making the switch from 9-5 jobs.<br />
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Honestly, entrepreneurship is not for everyone. From afar, it seems likely and sounds simple but, if you are not prepared, detailed and result oriented, your dream may turn a nightmare. Read more about my <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.com/2017/03/3-challenges-facing-new-entrepreneurs.html" target="_blank">challenges</a> in Entrepreneurship before you take the leap.<br />
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">One
way to differentiate yourself in this fiercely competitive Job Market is by
preparing yourself for the ever changing scenarios in Curriculum Vitae
presentation, the perception of HR professionals, what interviewers are looking
for, the energy of international certifications, the quest for diversity and
globalization. Sadly, our schools don't teach all those.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode", sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">So
I ask that you, please attend The Chosen Breed Job Readiness Event on 25th
March 2017. You will most likely not find what you are not deliberately looking
for.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 13.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode";">In life, we always have
lessons to learn. Some people learn better from the walls of classrooms while
others learn from their environment and life. </span></div>
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<iframe width="320" height="266" class="YOUTUBE-iframe-video" data-thumbnail-src="https://i.ytimg.com/vi/5iEfo3RDBSg/0.jpg" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/5iEfo3RDBSg?feature=player_embedded" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe></div>
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<span style="font-size: 13.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode";">I love learning from both and
from people too. Here is a video I found on social that brings about a lesson I
learned the hard way many years ago from the school of life.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/--28yOXYp24c/WL1vldYtWGI/AAAAAAAAB_8/ULVKz3A_bccVBZFsMLp-dFFmMF2EwkfeQCLcB/s1600/naijaoptions.com_valuable%2Blessons.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="117" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/--28yOXYp24c/WL1vldYtWGI/AAAAAAAAB_8/ULVKz3A_bccVBZFsMLp-dFFmMF2EwkfeQCLcB/s320/naijaoptions.com_valuable%2Blessons.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>
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<span style="font-size: 13pt;">I hope you will learn from the
video just as much as I have learned from it. I have put it here so that I can
easily share with my friends and close followers.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 13pt;">What else do you learn? Leave
a comment, share with friends and followers too.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 13.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode";">I was researching the net in
search of answers to a challenge I am facing as an entrepreneur ~ Lack of
motivation after a major success. </span></div>
<a name='more'></a>I came across this topic on a forum, and I
will like to thrash it with my followers on social media. What are the three
challenges facing you as an entrepreneur? Below are the best contributions I
gathered; add yours.<o:p></o:p><br />
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<span style="font-size: 13pt;"><b>#1. Staying motivated.</b></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 13.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode";">The majority of entrepreneurs
don't find this hard when starting but staying motivated becomes a challenge
once they hit the bull's eye like me: I easily get distracted by other projects
(bigger and smaller alike). It's like a switch off. Many others begin their
journey with lots of misfortunes and only a few victories. I understand this
can be uninspiring yet; some people get motivated by their numerous failures ~
how come? I know that when time is dedicated to a task or project, perfection,
and mastery is supposed to set in. But, I still wonder why this is scarcely so
for me, especially after a major accomplishment or success.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 13.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode";"><b>#2. Money. </b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 13.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode";">I do not hate money but, I
love finding it, securing it, but not bartering for it. For every entrepreneur,
Money is a huge factor for startup. Despite there are lots of crowdfunding
opportunities all over the world, money is still a major startup challenge for
many. Currently, some are trying to get a loan, others are hoping for
partnerships, and many others need angel investors. In any case, money is, and
will always be a challenge common to all entrepreneurs. For me, it's been a
journey.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 13pt;"><b>#3. Hardly any employees.</b></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 13.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode";">You cannot be a one-man team.
Well, I have not gotten the antidote to set up teams and keep them like Mark
Zuckerberg or Elon Musk hence; I prefer to start the business, give it good
life and health, and sell off. This model is viable but, is limited if one must
grow to become a brand like Tesla, Google, Apple, and Microsoft. Also, being a
one-man team puts a lot of pressure on your time and health ~ you can hardly
put off your phone, mostly checking and replying emails, tracking books and
journals, and almost everything else. Don't you think these are taking a toll?
I only have a life I'd love to live very well.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 13.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode";">Just in case, do I sound
ungrateful? I do not want to, and I know I am not. I am being realistic and
would like to learn how others have practically come out of this. I am mostly
excited to start new things but, seem to be fading slowly with each level of
success. Someone told me its easier for startups with high drive, workable
business plans, serious collateral, and promising outcomes. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 13.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode";">Just thoughts I guess, what
are your thoughts? What are the three challenges of entrepreneurs?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Knowledge is vital to any
individual/organization’s success – but business leaders and some entrepreneurs
often fail to spend much time assessing it to study <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.com/2015/05/a-pattern-that-yields.html" target="_blank">patterns that yield</a>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Going through some old
stuff recently, I read this old quote that is one of my favorite mantras
growing up. It is still so relevant for many of us: "BEHAVIOR is Sometimes
Greater Than KNOWLEDGE Because. There are many Situations, Where Knowledge
FAILS, But BEHAVIOR can Handle Everything."<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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you to where your character cannot sustain you. It takes great minds to think
big and act accordingly. Learn to think big and research deep in all you do,
and wear an attitude of a winner, a champion, success and an achiever.
Remember, as a man thinks in his heart, so is he.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">This year is a journey
continued. Finding yourself, your passions, your Path, your tribe, and
identity. Realizing your value is in who you are and not what others think of
you. The image and lack of understanding people around you exhibit is a
reflection of their journey, finding their self and their identity. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Cease to live for less
value than you are worth. Give freely, live your life, love more abundantly and
encourage others even when they have nothing to give in return.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Believe in the Best.
Consciously live in my Faith and Hope of a new year with a difference. Make
this your year of Change, decide and back it with action. Choose now, what you
are worth.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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all it takes to soar high in the sky.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">If you are ready to
experience business success in 2017, be prepared to work. No monthly e-book
program will eliminate or reduce the workload that is required to succeed.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">As an entrepreneur, do not
put your business fortunes on luck. Keep away such thinking far from your
business. Sadly, that way of thinking is not going to help you a bit. If you
are betting on luck, you might as well hit the casino and let it all travel in
red or black on the roulette wheel. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Here are five very simple
but seemingly overlooked key points that you need to address if you want to
experience business success in 2017.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">1.
Put the failure you've experienced behind you<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">There are many more
failures than there are success stories when it comes to startups and new
businesses. Most people fail, and so it is. It is very rare that you will find
a successful entrepreneur who hit a home run on his first bat.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">To gain your victory, you
need to learn from your <b><a href="http://www.naijaoptions.com/2015/02/making-mistakes-and-learning-something.html" target="_blank">past mistakes</a></b>,
but also put them behind you. Do not stop at them or waste time looking back.
Focus all your energy and momentum on what is in front of you.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Everyday be ready to the hustle and bustle<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">The moment you start
loosening or switching to cruise control mode, you immediately lose valuable
momentum. Go on every day knowing you must hustle hard and make the most of
every available minute. Commit yourself and stay accountable to your business -
your success depends on it.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Work to grow your business daily<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Know the difference
between working "on" your business, and working "on" your
business. Once you understand that there is a big difference, you will experience
the kind of growth that is needed to succeed. Starting to delegate responsibilities was one of the reasons why
many startups become successful, while companies failed. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">I used to think I could do
everything - trust was an important factor. I prefer to work 18 hours a day and
try to do everything instead of delegating someone who can handle the tasks.
Find freelancers and virtual assistants to handle simple tasks, but with
suction time. <b><a href="https://www.fiverr.com/wealthymark52/write-a-300-to-400-word-article-of-high-seo-quality" target="_blank">Outsourcing</a></b> allows you
to focus on more important tasks such as strategy and growth. Engage this key
in making your freelancer hiring process as smooth as possible.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Learn and improve on a daily basis<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Strive to become a better
entrepreneur every day. There are several ways to learn - industry conferences,
mentors, trainers, etc. - but there is something you can do each morning that
will have an enormous impact on your success - reading.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Reading allows us to
absorb the information of some of the most intelligent people in the world who
share their experience and logic, helping us to become better entrepreneurs.
Although it may be difficult at first, try to dedicate a portion of your
morning ritual to reading, even if it is only 15 minutes. Over time you will
discover that this can be one of the most beneficial parts of your day.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Refuse to quit<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Quitting is for cowards
although losers do feel it's the easy way out. If you must succeed in 2017, you
must see stopping as a "No option." When faced with <b><a href="http://www.naijaoptions.com/2016/02/4-obstacles-you-must-overcome-to-succeed.html" target="_blank">obstacles</a></b>,
strategically take a step back and excitedly solve the problems one after the
other. Starting a business now is one of the best time for you. You can start
with very little or no capital and do not even need a physical office place.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Promise yourself that you
will not stop smoking for your business, no matter how difficult the journey is
and the odds, that you will succeed and build a business that will last through
time.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Certain ideologies are like weeds in our mindsets. They get under productive, stagnated and <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.com/2015/05/stop-standing-still.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">standing still</a>. They place limits in your mindset and make you believe you are less. Here are 7 Stereotypes you must change in the coming year.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">1. "WHAT WILL BE, WILL BE."<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Anything will not be; You have to do it. You have a part to play in what is going to be in your life, so do not leave it to the destination.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">2. "HALF BREAD IS BETTER THAN NONE!"<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Why settle for half a loaf when you can get a whole loaf or even own a bakery. This is a limiting belief that positions you to conform to less and it is a mediocre philosophy. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">A fool at any age can be a fool forever if he refuses to let go of his foolishness. It is always never too late to become wise because the day you wake up and wise up the day of your CHANGE!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Yes! The physical fingers in your hands are not the same, but that does not make any of them have any value. Miss one, and you realize that they are all valuable. You're not even a finger, so why do you look at yourself.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">If you are under forty and believe this, I am very sorry for you, because it means that you are not yet alive.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Why laugh last when you can always laugh? And why laugh better when laughter is not a competition? When we are programmed with these strange philosophies, they limit you and limit everything around you.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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how to live your life forward and not backward. </span><br />
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of regrets about missed opportunities. Always be excited about and enthusiastic
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garner joy, wisdom, inspiration and experience from the past to made smart
decisions for the present and the future. Take all you need from the past and
leave the rest in the past.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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where you are now and live your life forward with motivation and the highest of
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(IoT) is transforming the world. It has improved technology vastly. </span></div>
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that IoT is in diverse sectors and industries in the world with no bounds and
its usage is growing faster than we are saying. From supply-chain logistics to
public transit, medicine to construction, from automobile to agriculture. The
IoT solutions are being used to better business in many ways. <o:p></o:p><br />
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vehicles with sensors to monitor temperature, it can help ensure goods,
especially food, arrive in a safe condition. From Retail to Agriculture, the
Internet of Things (IoT) is changing how companies in diverse industries do
business. In this article, let us look at six sectors transformed by the IoT
across the world.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">You can say this is the
biggest industry the IoT have impacted the most. Experts have said that
manufacturers worldwide will invest $70 billion in several IoT solutions in
2020. The IoT enables factory operators to know when a piece of machinery may
need to be repaired, when there is a decline in production and why, but it also
gives insight to steady system efficiently.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">It is projected that the
IoT device installations in the agricultural industry are estimated to rise to
$75 million in 2020 from $30 million in 2015. So, Farmers are collecting data
about their crops, livestock, seedlings and more to optimize their yields.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">From public transit to
supply-chain logistics, the IoT solutions are being used to grow business in
many ways. The use of sensors to monitor temperatures and pressures, to know
changes and fix things have helped the sector increase in efficiency and
profits. Sensors and smart software are being used to collect data that help
drivers operate vehicles to save fuel. They are also connected to vehicles and
infrastructure to enable high-quality tracking to reduce traffic and accidents.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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the way energy companies do business. Today, Utility companies are beginning to
use smart meters due to the two-way communication, smart meters give. The
Internet of Things (IoT) now assist utility companies to get the necessary data
to better spot outages, wastage, predict demand and help the companies to know when
to scheduled maintenance and repairs.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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the retail industry. Retailers are already using Bluetooth beacons in stores
and warehouses to reach better and serve their customers and suppliers as it
helps them know when to offer personalized discounts and run promos.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Connecting the IoT to the
healthcare industry means not only increased business efficiency but better
service for the patient. For instance, by connecting an MRI machine up to the
internet, hospital staff can get alerts for when repairs are needed and what
part need to be fixed. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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industries but, the Internet of Things (IoT) cuts across your minor industry
too. So, if you have not joined the wagon to increase ease of business,
maintenance, data collection, monitoring, growth and rising profits, give it
thoughts and get set to join in 2017.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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desire to end up higher is a common trait among all of us but, many people only
expect to get higher without putting work to it. If you expect more from
yourself, you stand to get more from yourself.</span></div>
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is nothing wrong to focus your expectations on the future based on the events
of the past. Some will say it is not an effective strategy in life despite the
fact that it is working for others. You, where do you base your expectations?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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choose to base your expectations on what you wish to see, happen. Raise your
ambitions to match the person you will grow to become.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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must challenge yourself to grow, to be better, to become stronger, to improve
and be highly capable. These qualities add value to your life and the lives of
all around you. You must grow.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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must grow; you owe it to yourself, to others and the world as a whole. Aim
higher if you must attain higher goals and walk your way there. Work to be the
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you have done so much for yourself, and you can do even more. Aim higher if you
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reality of the life you lead today are the result of your habits in the near
past.</span><br />
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future. I know it can be difficult to accomplish initially, but success is the
result and not the initial or mid-results.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Think
about it; you are living out your habits every day. Starting From when you get
out of bed, your routines, your lifestyle, your interactions with people, your
thoughts and meditations, and how you react to your environment and the world,
they all point in one direction - your reality.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Habits
are necessary for our individual lives. They free up your mind and help you
concentrate on life every day. For example, you don't have to think about how
to ride a bicycle or drive a car - habits mostly help you watch for traffic,
people and any possible accident or danger.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Unfortunately,
habits also have the tendency to keep you locked in self-destructive patterns,
making you stand still and limit your success. Don't mix it, becoming
successful is a direct result of changing habits. You need to eliminate poor
and bad habits. Develop quality and good ones that are in alignment with your
goals and the life you desire to live. Aim high and never mind to pay the
price.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">For
you to have the life you desire, you must change your habit to determine your
outcomes.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><b>What
is limiting you from achieving your goals?</b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">What
are the daily habits limiting you from achieving your goals? What are the
patterns that are affecting your lifestyle that you'd like to change? What are
the habits that are severely affecting the image of your small business? Be
honest with yourself and list them. Identify them and state them.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">• Do you forget to return SMS and phone calls
within 24 hours?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">• Are you always running late and not keeping
to time?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">• Do you procrastinate putting important
tasks and events on your calendar?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">• Do you resist daily planning your day?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">• Do you stay up late night and never get
regular/enough sleep?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">• Do you often break your promises to family
and friends?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">• Do you spend money you don’t have and run
into debts?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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drunk weekly?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Making
an effort to change your habits will go a long way to influence your reality
soon. Imagine the result of the changes below. What would your life be like;<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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if you ate healthy meals, exercised regularly and got regular/enough sleep?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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if you paid cash for your purchases, stopped using credit cards, and saved your
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if you stopped procrastinating, began networking socially and overcame your
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if you spend adequate time and created a detailed annual plan and broke it down
into daily, weekly, and monthly plans to help you stay on track and achieve
those goals?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Would
your life change if you have these changes? Would you be happy to see these
changes take effect in your life and habits? I bet you would because I always
do and I have always seen the results change my life. Having said that, here
are two steps to changing your habits.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><b>Two
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">To
start with, write down some productive habits you could visualize during
meditation, then adopt them into your life. Secondly, begin to act these habits
as you work to change them. These are the steps I learned from Jack Canfield
and they are as useful and evergreen for everyone that accepts its simplicity. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">As
a recommendation, develop three to five success habits every year. Develop one
habit every 3-4 months. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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you determine any new habit you want to adopt and master, create a method or
pattern that will easily support your new habit. You can try these ideas for a
start:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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write the habit down on a card, keep the card close and read it daily<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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using the help of an accountable partner who also wants to change a habit or two or, work with a
personal coach is worth trying<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Make
a firm commitment to your new habit. Be specific about the steps you're willing
to take for each old habit you want to drop. Try not to be vague and passive
about changing an old habit. Spell it our for yourself, hype and motivate
yourself to follow through.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Developing
a new healthy habit every 3-4 months a year will dramatically change your
reality. Focus on your efforts to dramatically shift your life, to get your
desired reality, and to be getting closer to your dreams and vision. Change
your perspective and see more clearly how your old habits have impeded your
success and growth over the years.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Make
the decision count, make the commitments stand, watch your life improve and
begin to see success and results all around you. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Your imagination has great power to influence, attract and direct things in your life. So, why is it that most people don't get the many good and desirable things they imagine? Why don't their dreams and wishes come true?</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Choose to imagine and believe in the good and valuable things with great <b><a href="http://www.naijaoptions.com/2015/08/the-place-of-passion.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">passion</a></b>, purpose, and <b><a href="http://www.naijaoptions.com/2013/11/sex-and-business.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">drive</a></b>. Let your dreams far outweigh your fears to diminish your doubts to get smaller. If you practice this daily, you will soon master it and begin to enjoy the reality of your most treasured dreams. <b><a href="http://www.naijaoptions.com/2013/11/dreams-do-come-true.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Dreams do come true</a></b>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Two years ago when I was going a difficult time, I consulted a mentor for answers and all he gave me was a one line message ~ Dare to <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.com/2014/11/do-more.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">do more</a>. I worked with it despite I never fully understood what it stands for. It did help me get out of my troubled waters.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Last year, I stumbled upon a piece by <b>Steve Maraboli</b> that drove the point in. I posted it and it further transformed my life and how I approach things. There is the need to know why you must dare to be more. Success is not a stroll in the park or a session of window shopping. Read the full post: <b><a href="http://www.naijaoptions.com/2015/07/dare-to-be.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Dare to be</a></b>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Resolve to stop crawling when you are supposed to be flying. <b>Dare to be more</b>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Never be silent about things that matter and avoid being complacent after attaining a few goals. Success is a journey of many destinations and not just a single stop. <b>Dare to be more</b>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Happiness is like jam; you cannot spread a little without getting some on yourself. #Change is good, if you challenge your limits. <b>Dare to be more</b>. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Being an entrepreneur is a lifestyle that requires staying power because starting a new business is a long-term process with many tough challenges. Many of the best-known entrepreneurs who achieved long-term successes, including <a href="http://knowstartup.com/tag/Howard-Schultz/" target="_blank">Howard Schultz (Starbucks)</a> and <a href="http://knowstartup.com/tag/steve-jobs" target="_blank">Steve Jobs (Apple)</a>, shared a common set of attributes and habits.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">In investor circles, it is often said that the number one cause of startup failures is that the founder gave up too early. Great entrepreneurs will tell you that they may have pivoted many times, down to their last dollar, but have never given up. I look for that same determination in every new founder.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">The best entrepreneurs don’t have making a fortune as their goal, as they start off. Wealth is just (an extremely pleasant) byproduct.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Why not focus on gaining wealth? Well, if your primary objective is to get rich quick, you are bound to cut corners, short-change your customers, and fail to take the time to truly understand what the market needs. And that is true whether you are trying to get your company off the ground, or are introducing a new product or service in order to make this quarter’s numbers.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">The biggest surprise, when it comes to people, is that the best entrepreneurs find a Yin to their Yang, someone who offsets their weakness and compliments their strengths. This allows them to concentrate on what they do best, leaving the things they are not good at to someone else.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">You never know where the next fabulous partnership will be formed so networking is part of what they do at every wedding, school ceremony, and business meeting. There is never a wrong time to make the right connection.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Some years ago, Rosalind Hudnell, vice president of human resources and chief diversity officer at Intel, spearheaded an internal women's study to better understand the issues that might be impacting women's retention and progression in the company. During a report out, a consensus emerged from the white women around their workload, in particular, the terrific toll their round-the-clock global roles took on their family life. An equally strong but startlingly different consensus emerged among the black women, recalls Hudnell. “We wish we were so lucky to have those issues,” one black female told the group. I’d love to have a job that was so important that I needed to be on the phone at 11 p.m. and 6 a.m. But I’ve yet to get those opportunities.”<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Today, Hudnell is proud to note that black women are holding those global roles at Intel – she’s one of them. But the incident underscored for her what many talent specialists ignore at their peril: women as a talent stream are not monolithic, and white and black women contend with very different issues and perspectives as they navigate the workplace.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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women nearly three times more likely than white women (22% vs. 8%) to
aspire to a powerful position with a prestigious title. They’re also more
likely to perceive that the benefits of power (defined as influence
validated by title or status) outweigh the burdens: They see power
enabling them to flourish (26% vs. 14%) and to empower others (22% vs.
12%); they’re 52% more likely (32% vs. 21%) to view as an important aspect
of power the ability to exert influence on other powerful people.</span> </li>
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women are far more confident (43% vs. 30%) that they can succeed in this
leadership role. And they’re clear on what they want to achieve personally
as powerful women: personal growth, social justice and, especially
important, financial independence.</span> </li>
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women are 50% more likely than Caucasian women (81% vs. 54%) to rate
earning well as important in their careers. They’re also more likely to
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">That doesn’t bode well for coming up with the right products and services to satisfy an increasingly diverse marketplace in which women wield disproportionate power over purchasing decisions. Earlier CTI <a href="http://www.talentinnovation.org/_private/assets/IDMG-ExecSummFINAL-CTI.pdf" target="_blank">research</a> on “Innovation, Diversity and Market Growth” demonstrated that when teams have one or more members who represent the target end user, the entire team is as much as 158 percent more likely to understand that target, increasing their likelihood of innovating effectively for that consumer. Conversely, companies that ignore the insights of their talented black women will lag the curve in delivering successful solutions to the marketplace. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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sponsorship. </span></b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"> Black women
find it extremely difficult to win sponsorship: a mere 11% have sponsors,
underscoring the imperative of giving highly qualified ambitious black
women greater visibility and connection opportunities with top executives.
“Executive sponsorship is critical,” says Rosalind Hudnell, vice president
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earlier.</span></b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"> Programs aimed at
developing black women’s leadership skills and fomenting sponsorship must
absolutely include their managers and line-of-sight leaders. Because women
of color struggle to be their authentic selves at work, they’re not
inclined to share details of their life outside work – such as leadership
positions they embrace in their church or community – with their managers.
“That makes it hard for managers to know enough about them to represent
them as talented people to their own superiors,” says Trevor Gandy, head
of diversity at Chubb Group of Insurance Companies. “Successful outcomes
depend on [managers] being involved in the initial discussion, on having a
role so that they’re vested in these women’s advancement.”</span> </li>
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unconscious bias. </span></b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Would-be
sponsors may scrutinize a black woman’s executive presence against
leadership norms they’re unaware of. “Women and people of color have let
us know that they find it difficult to advance in the organization and
that they are hindered by the unwritten rules for getting ahead and being
seen as future leaders,” says Nadine Augusta, director of diversity and
inclusion and corporate social responsibility at The Depository Trust
& Clearing Corporation (DTCC). “That points to biases we must
address.” To make leaders conscious of “insider/outsider dynamics” and
their effect on hiring, promotion, and leadership tracking and
development, talent specialists at DTCC recently commissioned The Dagoba
Group to take the entire executive management team through its Inclusive
Leadership Training. Awareness training is at best a first step, however.
“Educating is not enough,” says Valerie Grillo, chief diversity officer at
American Express. “We’ve got to equip leaders with tools to mitigate their
assumptions. Gender intelligence training gets at some of those underlying
perceptions. Maybe we need to offer leaders cultural intelligence training
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<div class="blogger-post-footer">A blog about success, business, social media, technology, entrepreneurship, and marketing.</div>Mina Angelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09801813020826443512noreply@blogger.com0United States, Canada, India, Australia, Germany, Canada, Belgium, Switzerland, Holland, Spain, China, Hong Kong, Japan, Singapore, South Africa, Ghana, Russia, France37.09024 -95.712891000000013-36.4162205 99.052733999999987 90 69.521483999999987tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5000503511159578264.post-3721302919867454052016-11-12T21:29:00.003-08:002016-11-12T21:29:18.930-08:00What Successful people do that you don't<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode", sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 18.4px;">This year I start off with this lesson- you need to put in the effort to succeed by changing your approach. Do you know it’s very easy to be unsuccessful, just do nothing, and there you are, UNSUCCESSFUL. *laughs*<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode", sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 18.4px;">Successful people read every day (readers are leaders), while unsuccessful people watch TV and give themselves to funfair. Don’t forget that those who take life as a funfair never fare well. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode", sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 18.4px;">The former talk about ideas, and the later talks about people; the former compliments and the later criticize. Successful people embrace change, while the unsuccessful fear change. Successful people forgive other people but, their unsuccessful counterparts hold grudges and malice.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">In recent decades, the Braille system of reading and writing began to witness a slump due to the digitization of information and the internet, tech gadgets and all. It is a concern before but, a new age in history just ushered in with <b>Dot, Inc</b>'s innovative braille smartwatch.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><b>Eric Ju Yoon Kim</b> is set out to establish a pace in the invention of smart devices for the blind. This quest has taken off with this innovative braille smart watch that swiftly raises and lowers pins on its face to create Braille characters for quick readings. The watch works with both <b>Android and iOS devices</b>, allowing its users to read alerts, texts, and other short messages immediately.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Daily,
our expectations determine our immediate reality. Whether it is related to your
dreams, goals, passions or motivation; </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">if you do not believe in yourself
concerning something, you won't succeed in it. Your <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.com/2013/11/how-thoughts-become-things.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">thoughts become things</a>
around you.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Proven
research have shown that many people that firmly believe in themselves have
access to more metacognitive functions than their counterparts who don't. This
implies that those who believe in themselves use more of their brain cells
hence; they exhibit higher brainpower towards solving problems and resolving
situations. Metacognition helps people to tackle problems from various angles
to get the most appropriate solution needed for a particular situation. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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thing worthy to note about your expectations is that they stand to impact
people around you. Several kinds of research have proven this to be true as
well: your beliefs influences other people's behavior around you. Imagine kids
(randomly picked) in a class that are constantly told that they are smart by
the teacher, increasing their performances unimaginably, within the classroom
and outside the classroom.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Truly,
when we believe in people, we get the best out of them as regards to our set
goals. There are numerous examples to prove these facts. For instance, when we
believe in people, we tend to do some or all of the following: treat them
better without expecting them to fail, expose them to greater opportunities for
them to succeed, we give them better information and invest time in them by
teaching them appropriately.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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is a medical term. When you let your doubts cloud your belief in a goal or
someone, it helps and encourages them towards failure. This is very common in
the medical field with patients and their recovery. Most patients with low
expectations for treatments tend to produce oddly poor results than what those
who believe and expect success.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Your expectation is your
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expectations are what shape your reality. It affects your life positively or
negatively, physically, mentally and emotionally. So, be aware of your
expectations at all times, for positive expectations bring about positive
realities while negative ones bring negativity: to you and everything and
everyone around you. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Here are 7 expectations I
choose to avoid.<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">#1. Life should be fair to you.
<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Some
us expects life to be fair despite we have heard and told that life is not fair
at all. It is deep into some of our subconscious and tends to make us believe
that unfairness in our life will somehow be balanced out - if when we are not
ready to do something about it. Many are stuck in this mindset, and it has not
helped them at all.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Action steps:</span></b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"> <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.com/2015/08/challenging-your-status-quo-2.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Change</a>
this mindset and your expectations at large. Learn to take action to make a
difference for your goals and yourself. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">#2. Opportunities should fall
into your lap. <o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">So
many people are not ready to stick their necks out seeking opportunities, they
just want every <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.com/2013/03/opportunity-inside-difficulty.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">opportunity</a> to fall into their laps just like that. Life does
not work like that; you have to make opportunities happen for you. There is
always a hard work behind any opportunity no matter how big or small the
opportunity. Leaving things to happenstance will not allow you achieve your
goals and purpose in life<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Action steps:</span></b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"> Do not
limit yourself to the things that are made to happen around you. Set a goal to
<a href="http://www.naijaoptions.com/2013/01/make-things-happen.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">make things happen</a> for yourself and you will have more opportunities come
around you. Work to create possibilities and let it benefit others.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">#3. Everyone should like you. <o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">When
you expect people around you to like you, you stand to end up frustrated,
depressed and hurt. I used to have this challenge. I was expecting people to
like me hence; I assume a whole lot of things, made demands, and requests at
will and I almost always end up in a mess, entangled in my emotions and
perception of others, or feeling humiliated. It took me a while to get the hang
of what I am telling you now.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Action steps:</span></b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"> Learn
to understand how other people think and feel as well as how they react to
situations around them. This will enable you to know more how to manage and
relate to them, how much they like and accept you, and their preferences toward
you. Do not take shortcuts and focus on earning their respect and trust first.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">#4. People should know what you
are thinking. <o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">One
common mistake we all make is leaving out relevant information when providing a
context and giving instructions. People around you cannot decipher what you are
thinking - they cannot read other people's mind. Stop expecting people working
with you to know what you are saying just like that without you giving them
details and further explanation. Communication is not sufficient if it is not
clear and people will not understand you if you are not communicating clearly
enough.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Action steps:</span></b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"> Take
time out to always ensure that people around you understand you and what you
are saying to them. Take a few more time to explain to them, and it will save
you a lot more than you can imagine. Create the chance to understand people's
perspective for them to understand yours.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">#5. People should always agree
with you.<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Having
people always to agree with you can be a tough call. Of course, you know what
you are telling them, and you are ready to back it with facts and figures but,
life does not work like that. People are entitled to their opinions and what
they want to accept or reject. It will shock you to know that the things that
are obvious to you are not so to many other people. We all live in different
seasons of life, and it directly influences our thoughts, expectations, and acceptance.
Our daily goals are different, our agendas are different, our problems are
different and the information we all seek per time is different.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-US;">Action steps:</span></b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-US;"> Focus on ways to help other people get solutions to
their needs and challenges. When you are on a similar page with them, and they
feel your connection, they will agree with you than less.</span></div>
<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-US;"><br /></span>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">#6. Things that will happen
will make you happy. <o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">There
are too many people on the face of the earth are have tied their happiness to
some event or future they do not have control over to make them happy. They
have trained their minds to rest their happiness on wishes and events instead
of crucially seeking their happiness or the source of their unhappiness. I am
sorry but, if you are in this category, you cannot live like this forever. You
cannot tie your happiness to strings of events and be happy - no external event
or happening can make you truly happy. True happiness is from the inside.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Action steps:</span></b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"> Take
time out to fix what is going on inside of you, that is where your happiness
lies. Learn <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.com/2015/08/10-things-i-meditate.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">how I meditate</a> and meditate about your happiness. It is to you but,
you must fetch it out like water from beneath the surface of the earth. It is a
little to your mood, and you must find it where it is inside of you. Nobody can
help you on this one.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">#7. You can change someone. <o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">In
this world, there is only one person you have the ability to change - YOU!
Change takes time and consistent effort to see it for yourself when you are
working to improve Hence; it is tough to change other people. You cannot change
anyone who does not want to change - change is inside out. You must change
inside before it reflects on you. Many people try to change others without
realizing this simple fact - it will yield no futile result except the person
or people decide to change. This is a very faulty expectation that makes people
lose focus and brings them down if they are not careful. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Action steps:</span></b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"> Change
does not happen like that so, <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.com/2014/03/time-wasters-at-work.html" target="_blank">stop wasting time</a> and energy on people who do not
wish to change. Tell them the right way and show them if you can, allow them to
choose for themselves and leave it at that. You cannot change other people just
as no one can change you. Let go.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><a href="http://www.naijaoptions.com/2013/11/rectitude-keep-believing-in-yourself.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Believe in yourself</a> and your
Goals<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">I
have also held on to the fact that when you believe in yourself and your
actions, your success is more likely to happen than when you take steps that
are not bold. You really need to sieve your expectations on a daily basis and
ensure you only keep the ones that will get you closer to your goals and not
the other way around. You need to let go of some false expectations that will
only get in your way to your success.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<i><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">How do you now see how people's expectations are
holding them back and away from their dreams, goals, and purpose? Do you know
they can reinvent their expectations to pave the way for them to succeed?
Please, share your thoughts and share on social media to help someone else
learn from this as well.</span></i></span></div>
<div class="blogger-post-footer">A blog about success, business, social media, technology, entrepreneurship, and marketing.</div>Mina Angelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09801813020826443512noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5000503511159578264.post-28294969915127056522016-10-17T18:53:00.000-07:002016-10-17T18:53:37.377-07:003 Ways You Save Money By Being Active<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode", sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Daily
living is not cheap. Folks living in cities know what I am talking about. They
tend to deal with expensive housing, transportation, and amenities.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">On the
other hand, those in the rural areas are also facing extra costs to get certain
products and specialty services. Amidst all of these, some folks have this
mindset that being active in the middle of things cost money; it doesn't. It is
only a misconception and, I want so many of you readers to change this
misconception from now onwards.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">I
am not ruling the fact that small costs can add up if one is purchasing certain
expensive equipment or facilities. I need you to realize that you can save
money by being active. Get the hang of this and begin to make amends to your
daily routines and lifestyle. Read along.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Pay less for services and do
functional activities yourself:<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">1.
You can carry out simple gardening activities and yard work. Mowing your lawn,
digging a stump, raking leaves, pruning and raking your flower bed, watering
your garden and so much more. These activities are good for your health because
they make you move around as well as make your heart beat faster. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Socially,
completing these activities give you a sense of accomplishment and creativity.
Over time, these activities become fun and a pastime.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">2.
Cleaning your apartment is another group of events. Using vacuum for your
carpet, scrubbing the tub, cleaning the windows washing the walls will make you
sweat. These are good for your health, and you will get used to them over time.
You can save money by being active in these and many other easy to do
activities in your home. You truly do not have to give the excuse of time since
you are saving money and you need to exercise daily, and these activities will
provide you that opportunity.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Try out active transportation
and not always drive<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">There
are several benefits of having your heart beat faster while you work your feet
to transport yourself. Brisk walking is one aerobic exercise that is very easy
to engage in - you only need proper planning and set out for your destination
early enough. Also, bike commuting can be fun. You can commute a bike and ride
your way to places without working yourself out. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">As
a matter of fact, these heart beating activities stand to relieve you of
fatigue and physical complacency. It will help you maintain a healthy physical
stature and weight.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Besides,
these activities <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.co.uk/2014/06/we-all-need-money.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">save money</a> for you indirectly. You stand to save some bucks on
gas, car insurance, you save for the gym, parking tickets, as well as time for
sitting down. The active commute is one of the best workouts you can sustain as
a busy individual.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">3 ways being active saves money
for you<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">1. Chronic diseases:</span></b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"> You
will agree with me that regular physical activity like the heart beating ones I
mentioned above can prevent and manage many chronic conditions like
hypertension, diabetes, heart disease, and osteoporosis. So, these simple
activities stand to save you money in the long run especially for personal
medication.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">2. Improved performance:</span></b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">
Individuals who are active and healthy tend to take far less sick days, they
also improve their productivity while students who get sufficient physical
activity get improved grades better grades.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">3. Mental health:</span></b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"> A
healthy dose of regular exercise like the ones mentioned above, contributes to
making you feel good and lively. It further helps maintain mental health
conditions such as depression and anxiety. With these activities, you stand to
save money from counseling and medications.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">How to Save Money on Gym and
Fitness<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">1. Avoid the latest fad</span></b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">: Do
not be a "latest model freak." Ask for last year’s or the previous
year's model, and buy them - it's cheaper. Get new kits, and some used gears
and, save some money for yourself.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">2. Be prepared:</span></b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"> Always
go to the gym prepared. Go along with your water and snack or smoothie bar. Do
not pay for items at the gym that you can quickly bring them along with you. I
don't think this stuff is complicated, it is very simple - Dollars do add up.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">3. Set out early:</span></b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"> If you
have to partake in a race, watch a match or attend any event, <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.com/2014/02/plan-ahead.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">plan yourself</a> and
book ahead of time. There is usually an early bird option to encourage people
to save money and register online and on time. It still works for me. Do check
event policies.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">In
all, many ways are being active saves up for all of us but, we must be willing
to implement the ideas and concepts as you get inspired. I believe you do at
least one of the things I talked about hence; your savings starts now. Review
other options and begin to put them to <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.com/2015/07/take-action-and-practice.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">action</a>.<span style="color: red;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">It’s
fashion season, and we are just about as excited as you are. From front row
glitz to back stage dramas and glamorous catwalks, we cannot just contain our
excitement. Yaaaaaaay!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode", sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Interning
can be a little scary at times, you feel out of your depth amongst the revered
professionals and well, it might just toy with your self-confidence a little
bit. Interning in the fashion industry can be quite daunting, trust me, I have
been there, done that.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Being
a fashion intern is not as glamorous as it sounds. Sure there’s the fun part of
it and the <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.com/2013/03/opportunity-inside-difficulty.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">opportunity</a> to meet amazing people in the industry. You have access
to backstage at fashion shows, the after parties and all that. However, it is
pure hard work and requires total commitment. It’s not something you just waltz
into halfheartedly.</span></div>
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So, here are a few tips to help you pull off that intern job successfully.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Be a Stickler for Details<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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can achieve this by paying close attention to instructions being given. Take
notes, clarify what you don’t understand and carry out your instructions to the
letter. Prove yourself by not mixing things up.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">On
the off chance that you’re not provided with basic staples like a notepad or
pens, a voice recorder and things like that, go prepared. Have whatever you think
you might need available.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Yeah,
you know there’s a designer called Tsemaye Binitie, but do you know if the
person is male or female? Huh? Say what? You’re not sure? Oh.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Sarcasm
flows freely than a stream in this industry, get your facts right. Google
should be your best friend. Research, research and then research some more. You
don’t want to look stupid in front of people.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">When
you find yourself in a tight spot, always <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.com/2011/08/think-outside-box.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">think</a> on your feet and improvise. Do
not always wait to be told what to do. Prove yourself by being proactive and
proffering solutions to problems.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Nobody
likes a snob and being quiet and shy is not exactly the right attitude for the
fashion industry. Be friendly and open. Learn to socialise and make contacts
within your chosen industry.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">A
haughty attitude won’t get you far. I don’t think this needs any explaining. Remember
pride goes before a fall.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Do
not be afraid to ask questions when you do not understand something. This might
get you yelled at (at least I got yelled at sometimes), but it’s better to seek
clarification than making some huge blunder that might even cost you the
internship.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Gossip
spreads like wildfire here – good or bad. By keeping to yourself, you do not
get to know what’s happening. Interact with other interns from other areas in
the industry, you may get valuable information, or find out new and better
opportunities elsewhere.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Come
on, it is called the fashion industry for a reason. Remember, dress how you
want to be addressed. Sloppy dressing is a big no no. Dress for the part. For
example, if you are going to be back stage chasing models and designers,
wearing heels and dressing like you’re walking the runway will be to your own
detriment. Also, if you’re going to be seated front row à la Anna Winter,
please do take out the time to dress accordingly.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Did I forget to mention learn to <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.com/2013/12/multi-tasking-myth-and-effects.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">multitask</a>?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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one form of the economic recession or another </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">but, that does not mean that
building wealth is impossible. In fact,
building wealth is fun when you are doing it right. And, today's five financial
habits will help you to begin to build wealth the right way; if you have not
started already.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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of life, sectors and industries alike. Irrespective of your profession, there
are unexpected opportunities for you if you only know the rules of wealth building.
Maximizing valuable opportunities have made millions for many people and
internet crawlers and marketers. But, how do you know a money opportunity? How
do individuals recognize any business opportunity? Simple: you must understand
and practice the five financial habits we are discussing today. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">5 financial
habits for wealth building</span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode", sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Building wealth is not a stroll in the park and cannot happen overnight.
It takes time, planning and process. Even those that do win the lotto, it took
them a while before they won. Building wealth and financial habits require
discipline and dedication. Discipline is those simple actions you take
consistently over a period. Practicing these financial habits will give you a
firm hold of any financial goal you set. Dedication makes all of the things we
read, watch, think and worked upon to work. </span></div>
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Maximize opportunities<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">An excellent way to balance your finance and begin to build wealth is by
effectively taking advantage of little opportunities that come your way every
day. These opportunities will not be revealed to you if you are not pro-active,
more than averagely informed, financially and be open to changes and
opportunities. Another exceptional opportunity is your time and productivity.
Be smart in your ways and work hard in all you do. Many times, there will be
limitations to your expectations but, keep at it and build in bits.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Also, make sure that you are making valuable use of your time to bring
about continuous productivity. Using your time productively and consistently
getting good results is the bane of building wealth. Work hard each year to
ensure that you achieve your financial goals, meeting targets and demands of
your job and profession.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Invest in yourself<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Investing in yourself
is among the best investments you can make. It is a rudiment for financial
success and wealth building. </span></span><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode", sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Start with talking to financially successful people around you begin to
model after them. Read biographies and stories of other money giants that have
impacted the world. Learn how they started and what motivated them and kept
them going.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Research and read about financial success. Get on the internet and read
articles, read books and listen to messages. Read the famous book: The Richest
Man in Babylon and learn some age-long economic principles wealthy people
practice. Keep on, find out more and stay motivated to practice the principles
you are learning.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Let your expenses be lower than your income<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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practice spending well below your earnings if you must begin to build wealth.
Wealth is created based on what was saved and not what you spend. You must
practice to live well within your means and strive to increase your means.
Aiming to increase your means is to enable you save more and not to allow you
spend more. Come up with a savings pattern that will ease you. </span></div>
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program your account to take out a given amount or percentage monthly and saved
in a different account with your bank. It can even be weekly, depending on the
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comfortable by giving the instruction of taking out a minute portion that will
do you no good. Be daring and forceful, even as you save money and start to
build wealth. Dare to keep more and see what it will do to you. It will open
your mind to want to earn more and over time, you will adjust your bills and
still be okay.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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for lenders to profit by it. Get your savings to begin to work for you. Move
them to start to move and make more money for you while you save more of your
weekly or monthly income. Embrace any growth-oriented mutual funds and invest your
money. Mutual Funds present an excellent platform for your savings
(investments) to get high returns with records of small risk at the other end.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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when they were at the point where you are now: let the greater part of your
income comes from your investments eventually. Let your investments begin to
make money for you while you watch the news and follow trends. That is a step
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<span style="font-family: Lucida Sans Unicode, sans-serif;">In all, keep this list of habits handy and close to your chest. Practice them with consistency, and you will find your finance growing by the day. Over time, building wealth will be fun for you as you master these habits. You are set to be wealthy because you are not reading this article by accident: you are reading this particular sentence now because of your desire to start building wealth for yourself.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Lucida Sans Unicode, sans-serif;">Remember, there is a big difference between a wealthy individual and a rich person. I learned this reality, many years ago from Robert Kiyosaki in one of his classics: Rich Dad Poor Dad. He explained that one cannot be wealthy easily by depending solely on the job but, one can set a goal and a path to wealth on any job. I started my journey to wealth building from my encounter with his books and today; my life is showing for it. It took me to research and practice.</span></div>
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<a href="http://www.mybets.eu/" rel="" target="_blank">betting</a> is a gold mine for many, but not for all. There are many things you
need to know that explains it all, the main reason why many are not hitting it
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reasons why you're not making it big with Football betting:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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You have little knowledge of the Football Betting<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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football is one thing, but it's a different ball game to stake your money and
hit hard. To be able to earn you will need to know more about Football betting
and the terms involved. When I started betting, many simple terms like X, <a href="https://mybets.eu/over-under-goals-football-predictions-and-statistics" rel="" target="_blank">over2.5 goals</a> and so on are new to me. What do you expect? I didn't earn well.
Visiting websites like <a href="http://mybets.eu/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">mybets.eu</a> can teach you a few things or two.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Drop Sentiments<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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Arsenal fan, and your team is playing Barcelona, but you, however, decide to
stake it all on a win for Arsenal. Who are you kidding?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Study the Stats<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">You don't know
them all! There are professionals whose job is to review the charts and give
recommendations. Most of which are free and all you need to do is visit <a href="http://mybets.eu/" target="_blank">mybets.eu</a>
for free tips. <a href="https://mybets.eu/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Football Betting tips</a> can save you the time and headache, and
you get to learn a thing or two.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Avoid Greed<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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betting is a risk, but when greed is involved, it becomes a risk that is not
calculated. Greed is the easiest way to lose money in online football betting.
Sometimes earning a few dollars on a small order is better than risking a
little dollar on a high stake. Be wise and avoid greed.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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You're unwilling to Risk<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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everything in life involves a risk (if not everything!) thus, you must be ready
to dive into the uncertain and be stubborn enough to risk it all in it. At
times, the bigger risk earns you, the better reward Betting takes a lot of
risks, courage, and perseverance to hit big. Don't quit as that's the easiest
way to be a loser. If you think football betting is easy, well, I have a
message for you; it's not. Others are hitting it well on Football betting; it's
your turn to run as well.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Okay, what is your dream about? Is it an adventure around the world, to own and live on your island in the Caribbean, to become one of the world's richest men Forbes rate, to take philanthropy to Africa, or maybe winning an Oscar Award? Regardless of what your <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.com/search?q=dreams+" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">dreams</a> are about, these tips will help you achieve them. I have always believed in my personal dreams, and they are getting to see the day one after the other. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">I am only able to birth some of my dreams because I have grown to know how to nurse and nurture them. I have a set of personal tips that have worked for me, and I hope they will work for you. Here are some of the reasons and tips that have made some of my dreams come alive. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">When you hold on to an idea on a good day, your life will be very refreshing. And when you hold on to a similar dream on a bad day, your life will still have meaning and impact. So, dreams give our lives meaning. Hold on to your dreams and nurture them as much as possible, they will become a milestone when you eventually birth them. We have many dreams that are people's lives today; thank God they did not give up when the chips were down.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">What a mark you will set for others to follow if you birth your dream? You can become that great inventor that you have always dreamt of, a doctor, or a business mogul. Keep your <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.com/search?q=dreams+" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">dreams</a> close by for you need just an opportunity to showcase it to the world and it will get its life and start working out on its own. I firmly believe in dreams, and I have seen many of mine and those of mentors and mentees, drop and began to itself out. <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.com/2015/03/never-give-up-not-now.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Don't give up</a> now.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">If you are not very confident about your dream, read up and research some more. Get to meet someone that have gone ahead of you, a mentor, a dream multiplier like me, a coach. Talk to someone about it that will build your confidence in the dream and give it a chance of getting a life. I know how much value you can get when you have friends and family that are deep thinkers, broad researchers, gurus and Master Minds in the way they think and live. Look for someone among these people and get to talk to and build that confidence for your dreams.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Why not have faith in your dreams, if dreaming makes us feel amazing? A dream is a small stride over our desires; it gives you more than something to go for in life We all need a bit more in our lives. A bit more fun, adventure, experience, education, money, childhood, family, luxury, name it. We all need a few our dreams to finish every day and have expectations for tomorrow. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">You can anticipate your future by creating it, we all do. Most individuals who succeed, don't do so coincidentally, they were all dreamers that did not stop dreaming. They were all thinking about their dreams for many years. Eleanor Roosevelt has always said: " The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams." <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Were you dreaming of becoming a space explorer and you turned into a pilot, or you dreamed of being a psychologist and you turned out to be a minder? Did you dream of becoming a scientist and you turned out a technician? Regardless of the possibility and the place you are right now, dreams do not come true just like that. Dreams are like butterflies. It takes a process to become a beautiful butterfly. If a butterfly misses any of the phases of her development, she might end up not being beautiful, or not well formed. So are dreams and <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.com/2015/05/a-pattern-that-yields.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">success</a>. They take a time to nurture, experience to mature and opportunities to blossom. I dreamt of becoming a cartoonist when I was younger, never knew I'd become a writer and columnist. Don't despise your dreams, dream more; it will inspire and motivate you to be whom you are expected to be.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">If you do not nurture and pursue your dreams and push it aside, you might regret it when others that you shared your dreams together begin to achieve their dreams and it is showing off like trophies. You will regret that you did not take the <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.com/search?q=opportunity" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">opportunity</a> that was to birth the dream and give it its life. You will regret that you wasted the opportunity of your dream and you cannot get it back. That is the reason why you may regret. But, if you do all you need to do when you ought to do, your dreams will see the light of day and sparkle your life.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt;">Change is as predictable as the sun rising in the East and setting in the West.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt;">Few things are as constant in life as the simple fact that things will change. With this known, why do we seem to have so much trouble </span><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">dealing with change?</span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt;">Some have an easier time dealing with change than others. Some hang on to the notion that things need to remain just the way they are to the point that it is almost an addiction. Those that deal with change with a healthy and positive attitude are going to have a far less stressful environment than those that do not.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt;">There are times when everyone is interested in change, and that is when things are going badly. However, when things are good, you need to have the wisdom to know that things won't last forever. We can all take heart, though, in the belief that everything will come around full circle back to good again.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt;">How you cope with change can make a big difference in your life. Some facing changes are constant moaners and groaners. Others want to grab the bull by the horns and enjoy every minute of it. We all make choices.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt;">Here are some simple tips to help you handle change in a positive manner:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt;">#1. Focus on flexibility.</span></b><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt;"> </span><br />
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt;">The sound advice of "Don't sweat the small stuff" is targeted towards making us take things in smaller increments. Instead of viewing change as a behemoth, the advice is to look at it in smaller pieces or baby steps towards the final outcome. One thing you can do is work on being more flexible. Expecting things to turn out a certain way usually leads to certain disaster.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt;">Focus on dealing with several possible outcomes. The best laid plans of mice and men often go astray. One cannot always expect everything to go their way so leave yourself time to come up with alternative outcomes from the original plan.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt;">#2. Have a positive attitude.</span></b><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt;"> <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt;">One will see change as necessary and good if they have a positive attitude. Things need to change in order for you to evolve as a person. <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.com/challenging-your-status-quo.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Change</a> has a great way of bringing greater opportunities for those that focus on the things that are going well, so be one of "them!"<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt;">#3. Be forward thinking.</span></b><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt;"> <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt;">Live for today but plan for tomorrow. Living in the past is a recipe for disaster when it comes to dealing with the realities of change that is going on all around you.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt;">Things may never be like they were; they're only like they are right now. By focusing on doing something spectacular with your present moments, one can leave the past where it belongs, in the past.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt;">#4. Ask for help.</span></b><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt;"> <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt;">No one lives in a vacuum. It might feel like that sometimes, but it's not true. You should feel no shame in asking for help. Sometimes we need to lean on a close friend or family member when it all seems to be too much. These feelings are understandable when trying to cope with changes, especially if they are out of our immediate control.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt;">#5. Look at the big picture.</span></b><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt;"> <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt;">Sometimes a person can get so caught up dealing with a particular aspect of <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.com/challenging-your-status-quo.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">change</a> that it can become all consuming. Sometimes if we can just step back out of the fray and take a good look at the big picture, we can develop a positive outlook towards the potential outcome.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt;">Take a breath and realize that there's much more to life. Everyone has a history of dealing with changes. Sometimes stopping to reflect on how you managed to successfully deal with changes in the past will renew your faith in not just coping with the changes that are occurring, but thriving amongst them.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt;">#6. Focus on things that stay the same.</span></b><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt;"> <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt;">Not everything will change all at once. There will still be remnants of the "old ways" even though you seem to be surrounded by change.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt;">Remember that everyone is different; you might find a certain strategy for coping with change better suited for yourself than someone else. Your goal is to find something that works for you!</span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt;">Also read: <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/03/discover-your-passions.html" target="_blank">Have passion</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/11/creativity-is-worth-millions.html" target="_blank">Show creativity</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/11/how-do-i-get-ideas.html" target="_blank">Get ideas</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/11/how-i-implement-my-ideas.html" target="_blank">Implement ideas</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/05/the-challenges-of-entrepreneurship.html" target="_blank">Know entrepreneurship challenges</a> and <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/02/plan-ahead.html" target="_blank">Plan ahead</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Twenty percent said they utilize online networking to get data that helps them take care of issues at work, the main legitimization that is unequivocally identified with a worker's present place of employment. Seventeen percent say they utilize it to construct or fortify associations with collaborators and 17 percent say they swing to online networking to find out around a partner. Twelve percent ask business related inquiries to those outside of the association. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Do you wind up taking a seat to concentrate, just to be occupied by a dazzling instant message or Facebook post? </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Do you spend the initial 15 minutes of your study hour hunting down your lost notes? During a time where multitasking is a piece of regular life, high schoolers are thinking that its harder to concentrate on solitary imperative assignments like to consider for double credit exams. Here are five of the most well-known time wasters and how you can keep away from them. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">1. Surfing the web while you ought to think about. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">As indicated by the New York Time's article, "Growing up Digital, Wired for Distraction," Students are confronting a consistent stream of boosts from PCs and mobile phones, which postures clear difficulties to learning and concentrating. As indicated by scientists, youngsters with creating brains can undoubtedly get to be habituated to <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.com/2013/12/multi-tasking-myth-and-effects.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">multitasking</a>, and less ready to concentrate on the current theme. This is especially troubling for undergraduates who spend a considerable measure of their study-time on the web. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Just attempting to will the diversions away will not be sufficient. A physical site-blocker can be added to your PC to keep diversions under control. Stay Focused for Google Chrome permits you to enter your time-squandering destinations and put a period limit on how long you can visit the locales every day. At the point when your time is drained, the site is hindered for whatever is left of the day. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">At the point when scouring the web for study materials and references, be as exact as you can with your keywords. It's ideal to begin particular and work out to more extensive points, than the a different way. Google Scholar permits you to seek through scholastic papers and insightful examination, sparing you the inconvenience of discovering for yourself if a site is true blue. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Your mind is more dynamic and responsive to undertakings like learning at specific times of the day. As a self-teach under study, you may have the advantage of picking the best time to complete your work. Will it be early mornings with some tea, or just before bed? Choose the time of day when you are most comfortable and productive.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><a href="http://www.naijaoptions.com/2014/02/plan-ahead.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Planning ahead</a> is an imperative propensity to grow, particularly in the event that you are planning for double credit exams, composing a protracted paper, or doing a huge scale test. Make a note of when your work should be finished, make sense of how long you need and begin tallying in reverse to today. You will probably complete an assignment on the off chance that you take a shot at it somewhat consistently and have a composed arrangement with the goal that you see yourself getting nearer to the completion line. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">A clean, calm work environment will make concentrating less agonizing and permit you to invest more energy working, and less time honing pencils and searching for journals. Take a couple of minutes after every study session to put your notes and supplies back in the best possible place and tidy up your study region. It will spare you time, as well as a perfect workspace will urge you to concentrate all the more frequently.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Concentrating does not need to be difficult or take throughout the day. Taking after these basic tips will permit you to concentrate on the job needing to be done, sparing you time and cerebral pains along the way.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<a name='more'></a>subsequently to being spurred. <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.com/2012/03/self-motivation-gist.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Self-motivation</a> is of remarkable
help in the direction of your particular destinations and to make your life as
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English lexicon meaning of motivation is it's a reason or explanation behind
acting or acting especially. It's a yearning or eagerness to accomplish
something. Motivation is a mental procedure strengthening one to make a move
keeping in mind the end goal to achieve one's craved <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.com/2014/11/setbacks-to-achieving-goals.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">objectives</a> or targets. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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ought to be a self-roused individual, as self-motivation is the way to carrying
on with a fantastic life. Self-motivation assumes a crucial part in one's life,
as it empowers one to make self-appraisal as frequently as possible. The
procedure of self-appraisal reveals one's qualities and shortcoming by which
one can reinforce and start to take steps at overcoming your <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.com/2014/11/setbacks-to-achieving-goals.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">shortcomings</a>.
Along these lines, self-motivation drives one to the coveted achievement in
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fundamental reason why <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.com/2012/03/self-motivation-gist.html" target="_blank">self-motivation</a> is essential in everyone's life is that
it doesn't give you the opportunity to rely wholly on others, and you can make
progress in your dreams and aspirations that you set on the premise of your
capacities, while it helps you to kill procrastination that prevents your
prosperity. Along these lines, every single target you set up for yourself,
suspecting that it would be of great esteem and favorable position to your
life, will be satisfied on the premise of your own procured and enhanced abilities.
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Self-roused individual or a self-propelled learner can learn numerous things in
life. The adventure of investigating new thoughts and increasing new data,
learning will proceed with him. Self-motivation is a decent approach to
building up an appropriate outlook that permits one to be a sensible individual
who can pass his life attractively and manage different circumstances
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">To keep your
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considerations. It additionally incorporates that you ought to end up mindful
of your contemplations too. It is vital that you challenge your negative
reflections and supplant them with positive ones to direct yourself towards
your planned <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.com/2014/11/setbacks-to-achieving-goals.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">objectives </a>and goals. Aside from these, you ought to make a robust
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illustrations are numerous that points to us how profoundly self-persuaded
individuals have possessed the capacity to change their lives and cleared the
courses for self-advancement. It is in this manner vital to stay self-roused to
keep learning things that should be learned. Acting naturally does not just
help you going for your objectives and goals; it additionally drives you to
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<a name='more'></a><span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">wisely and spare a thousand bucks every year. You can utilize the additional money (investment funds) to pay off promises and obligations, annuity, or cover your next vacation, or automobile. What we have here is the basic principles for managing money and financial advice. Stick to it, know when to spare, and practice managing money effectively.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Arrange Your Finances <o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Arranging your accounts is the first committed step to managing money. Credit cards, financial balances, individual loans, money market funds, contracts, auto advances and retirement records ought to be well documented. Planning tools can give complete answers to track every single record, set aside periodic installments, and the sky is the limit from there. Once you enter your files and adjusts into any planning tool, you will have the capacity to invest less energy getting sorted out and additional time understanding your circumstance.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Spend Less Than what You Earn <o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Individual money management gives capable tools to help you track and maintain a spending plan, and find a way to accomplish your financial objectives. Once you figure out how to track your accounts and know where you spend the most, you'll have the capacity to control your money. An ideal approach to always have money and more money is to maintain a strategic distance from money and never spend more than you make.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Exploit the time estimation of money. Engage your money in investments and other capital plans that keep your money busy with some percentage of returns every year. Contributing a token $11.50 a day, at age 21 until resigning at age 65, can make the retired man a tycoon at 5% annual return. Let your money do something and not stay idle waiting for inflation to catch it, regardless of the fact that the sum is little. Spare early and regularly. Read about <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.com/2015/08/building-wealth-slowly.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Building Wealth Slowly</a>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">With credit cards and auto advances, each money you spend to reimburse that obligation is money flushed down the sewer. With their ultra-high loan fees, credit cards used to purchase family merchandise, and garments that rapidly destroy are terrible deals. If you must be in the red, stick to financing things that hold their worth after some time, similar to land, housing, and education.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Planning tools regularly connect you to viable financial trends and the availability of the knowledge of professionals and entrepreneurs. Read monetary periodicals, read books and blogs of important money-related writers. Comprehend why you need to invest your money and the likely consequences of not sticking to the plan. Occasionally research trends so as not to target excellent investment opportunities.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">The way to comprehension return on speculations is that the more you hazard, the better the arrival ought to be. This is known as a danger return exchange off. Speculations like stock and securities that have a higher rate of performance have a greater risk of losing the foremost that you contributed. Ventures like authentications of store and currency market accounts with a lower rate of return have less risk of losing your principal. Since nobody knows the future, you can't be 100 percent beyond any doubt any speculation will do well. If you expand your thoughts, one can turn sour without serious effect to your general portfolio.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Find innovative approaches to enhance your income. Everybody has an ability or uncommon aptitude. Transform your skills into <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.com/2015/08/double-your-money.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">money making opportunities</a>. Examine methods to profit from home and dispatch a home-based business. The additional pay can supplement your full-time wage or even result in a vocation. Great money principles can demonstrate to you how even a slight change in salary can emphatically change your budgetary profile. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Many vacation advantages, adaptable spending records, medical and dental protection yield a portion of the most elevated rates of return that you have. Ensure you are exploiting all the options that can spare you cash by decreasing assessments or out-of-pocket costs. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Budgetary planning tools help you deal with your expenses with ease. It rapidly dissects assessable speculations and gives an effective plan that makes year-end charge filings go much smoother. It is imperative for you to consider taxes along with expenses as you plan your financial year. Take suggestions and embrace solutions. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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teach in diverse ways and situations. They show potential customers the value
of their innovations. They inform investors about business plans and potential
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Most importantly, entrepreneurs teach team members on a regular basis:
about the vision, goals, policies and company culture.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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time, team members will understand their individual roles, company core values,
goals, and ethics. Team members need to be taught and reminded periodically.
They should be told; they should be prepared, and carried along. Hence;
teaching is an essential skill for the entrepreneur and should not be
overlooked in any way. Here are six unique ways education improves business.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Be clear and direct<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">When
teaching, clarity is paramount. If you need your team to understand and digest
important thing, give it to them direct without bending. Be it your business’
core values, team, and individual goals or acceptable behaviours. Never
sugarcoat things: deliver important messages directly and clearly.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Link Projects and Lessons<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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big key to teaching any subject is project-based learning: learning by practice
and applying lessons to projects. It is a great technique to show team members.
Ensure the projects you use are real. Most people remember what they do much
better than what they hear.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Talk and Practice teamwork<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Break
your team into smaller groups when teaching with real projects. Make sure each
team delivers team-oriented solutions, and not individual solutions. This
single act will develop relationships and improve team spirit among members of
your team. Team learning allows members absorb lessons on projects.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Inspire ownership<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Improve
on your delegation. Since you have given your team members clear and direct
instructions and grouped them into teams with team responsibilities: give them
space to deploy the lessons learnt and take charge on their own. Allow them
fail or succeed and create their spaces in the company.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Teach what you know works<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Share
who you are, why you are investing in your team and what you want. As an
entrepreneur, you know your business better than anyone, so teach that
knowledge instead of some whack business theory.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Develop a learning culture<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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not make your workplace learning get the atmosphere of homework. Ensure that
your team members get the point. Build an excited workplace culture that values
learning on and off work. Encouraging creativity and leisure reading
experiences. Recognize and assist your team members to further their education
goals. Your team members' contributions will be stronger over time, and the
lessons will speak.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">There are many possibilities in the Beginner's Mind. If you're a perfectionist, learning and practicing the Beginner's Mind" is very likely going to be difficult. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">The spirit of the beginner is a concept in Zen Buddhism, which encourages the practitioner to develop a sense of enthusiasm and openness. It requires one to let go when you participate in activities. No matter what skill level one is, a sense of childlike curiosity and openness will give a boost to your creative endeavors.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Despite the name and use, the beginner's mind is not only for beginners. Train your thoughts, and it can help revive your actions, your creative efforts and daily life with a sense of progress and knowledge. But, how can one apply the beginner's mind to a creative life?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Give yourself peace of mind and get ready for the experience. Take some time to prepare yourself. Take meditation sessions to clear your thoughts and calm your spirit. Discover what suits you well and explore them.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">To breathe may sound simple, in it lies deep wisdom. When you breathe, relax the body, and it will create more openness. Opening more in your body leads to greater openness in your mind, your heart and you will.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Many creative people tend to take themselves too seriously. This attitude cuts you off from the enjoyment of learning and also from creativity itself. You cannot be fully alive, present and creative if your inner-voice is prejudging everything before you have a chance to utter the first lines, put pen to paper, wet a paintbrush or attempt something innovative.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Whenever you feel anxious and uneasy to try something new, calm down and ask yourself what is responsible. Discover why you seem not to be ready for the task and press yourself to overcome it. You can do it.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">To practice the Beginner's mind, you must be willing to take risks, even looking like a fool. This mindset will require some shortcomings and vulnerability so dare to be; nothing significant is ever developed without weakness of some sort.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode", sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Can you imagine how close you are to turning your dreams into reality? </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Just like success, failure happens... it is a step forward towards success. Plenty people run into a bit of a failure, and they decide to quit. They give up soon, without realizing how close they were to achieve their goals. <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.com/2013/08/two-choices.html" target="_blank">The truth</a> is, many people take failure personally, and this is a big problem for them. Failure is an elemental part of any success journey. So, stop fearing failure and embrace it to succeed.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Truly successful people don’t beat themselves up. They understand a fact: taking your anger out on yourself systematically pushes your goals farther away. Although they get upset, they channel their emotions into positive energy. They use failure and <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.com/2014/11/setbacks-to-achieving-goals.html" target="_blank">setbacks</a> to become better and dare the impossible to attain their goals.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Read more related inspiring articles: <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2015/04/small-beginnings.html" target="_blank">Small Beginnings</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/02/making-mistakes-and-learning-something.html">Learning from Mistakes</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/05/a-pattern-that-yields.html">A Pattern that Yields</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/11/do-more.html">Do More</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2015/03/never-give-up-not-now.html" target="_blank">Never Give Up</a> and <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/03/15-time-wasters-successful-people-avoid.html">Avoid Time Wasters</a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Creative thinking is a Potential so vast that if anyone don’t use it, it is probably because they don’t know they have them, or they don't know how to develop it. But, help with such is now available and it can be achieved in two ways.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">For example, an entrepreneur sees the potential gains in a situation, because his mind is trained for that. An experienced lawyer sees the potential challenges, because of how his mind is trained. The way we think repeatedly becomes a habit, and that is how the mind develops. Learn the techniques of creative thinking and begin to practice them until they are a habit, and then creative thinking will become natural for you.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">You can find tons of creative problem-solving techniques you are able to learn to make use of. "Concept-combination," for example, will have you combining roses and clocks to make the very first alarm clock that wakes you up using a gentle release of fragrance.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Suppose that a restaurant did not have employees? A machine could be paid by customers as they enter, and feed themselves in a buffet. If everything was as automated as you possibly can, possibly one owner operator could run a large restaurant alone. Challenge everything. <u><a href="http://www.naijaoptions.com/2011/08/think-outside-box.html" target="_blank">Think outside the box</a></u>. <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.com/2015/03/dream-bigger-dare-impossible.html" target="_blank">Think 360 degrees</a>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Imagining a dog's thought could give you clue into the things that are unnecessary that you do. Greater efficiency will be virtually certain, so both employees and you made more cash and you can adjust quotas and daily pay. Look from several viewpoints. Learn to see things from more than one perspective.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">To create the above-mentioned techniques into an automatic part of your thinking, just use them enough. Usually, it takes weeks to come up with a strong habit, and that means you need ways to remind yourself each day throughout that time. Try writing a few of your preferred techniques on a card and carrying it with you. Pull it out through the day and apply the <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.com/2015/08/7-keys-to-success.html" target="_blank">techniques</a> to anything. Soon, more creative thinking will be a normal part of your life.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<div class="blogger-post-footer">A blog about success, business, social media, technology, entrepreneurship, and marketing.</div>Mina Angelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09801813020826443512noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5000503511159578264.post-67510992826157018342015-12-28T21:28:00.000-08:002016-06-29T00:18:44.522-07:00IF YOU WANT TO CHANGE YOUR RESULTS, DO THESE<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Rounding
up each year with feedbacks, reviews and reflections have been a ritual for me
in years now. </span></div>
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has helped me improve how and why I change and do so many things differently
from time to time. When was your last review? How often do you do likewise? While
preparing for this year's personal review and doing a research last week, I
stumbled upon this article and I felt it would be beneficial to you as we
perfect our </span><u style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 18pt;"><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.co.uk/2014/11/setbacks-to-achieving-goals.html" target="_blank">goals</a></u><span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 18pt;"> and </span><u style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 18pt;"><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.de/2014/02/plan-ahead.html" target="_blank">plans</a></u><span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 18pt;"> for the coming year.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">It
involves a few questions that require immediate answers that should be analyzed
and worked upon to effect into <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.co.uk/2014/11/setbacks-to-achieving-goals.html" target="_blank">goals</a></u> and <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2015/07/take-action-and-practice.html" target="_blank">action</a></u> plans for your
next path. Here is the article "<b>If
You Want to Change Your Results, You Have to Change Your Thinking First</b>."
Follow through and let's meet on the other side.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">My
team and I constantly ask ourselves, “How do we make the biggest impact on
helping our clients get the <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2012/10/results-and-excuses-get-real.html" target="_blank">results</a> they want faster?” The powerful answer is
for us to help <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2015/08/a-changing-world.html" target="_blank">change</a></u> people’s limited thinking or help them adjust
their standards or habits to support their <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.co.uk/2014/11/setbacks-to-achieving-goals.html" target="_blank">goals</a></u>. So we encourage
clients to nurture thought-provoking relationships and <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.co.uk/2013/03/opportunity-inside-difficulty.html" target="_blank">opportunities</a></u>,
thus creating more thought-provoking <u><a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2012/10/results-and-excuses-get-real.html" target="_blank">results</a></u>. Big returns come from
thinking smart.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Here’s
a simple assessment that will trigger <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.in/2015/07/what-will-be-will-be.html" target="_blank">thought</a> and <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2015/07/take-action-and-practice.html" target="_blank">action</a></u>. Rate yourself
1 to 10 on each question below (1 is low; 10 is high). Then take a few minutes
to <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2015/04/why-i-write-things-down.html" target="_blank">write down</a></u> what <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2015/07/take-action-and-practice.html" target="_blank">actions</a></u> you want to change in response to your
answers.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">1.
How is my life working out?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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How’s my daily attitude; how happy am I?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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are my relationships with my family, friends, co-workers, coaches and
mentors?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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How’s my health (weight, overall wellness, self-esteem, stress levels, etc.)?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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How effective am I feeding <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2015/07/dont-waste-your-mind.html" target="_blank">my mind</a></u>? (How many books have I read in the
last six months? What do I wish to become? Am I studying productively?)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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How do I rate my lifestyle (my satisfaction with activities such as travel,
exploring, attending fun events, etc.)?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">7.
Where is my income in comparison to where I want it to be?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">8.
How often do I give back to others?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">9. How
is my goal-setting? How satisfied am I with how <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.co.uk/2014/11/setbacks-to-achieving-goals.html" target="_blank">my goals</a></u> have manifested
in my life?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">www.success.com<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">So, did you write out the answers to
the above <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2014/06/a-good-question-to-ask-yourself.html" target="_blank">questions</a></u> or you only read out the questions with a brief thought
on the answers? Irrespective of how you choose to analyze it, ensure that you
bookmark this article so that you can ask yourself the same <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2014/06/a-good-question-to-ask-yourself.html" target="_blank">questions</a> daily,
weekly or monthly to enable you grow as a person, in career, business, networks
and life overall.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Also, don't forget to share with
someone else; just as I have shared with you. Remember, consistency is one of
the most powerful forces known to man. You can review, upgrade and improve, but
don't stop reflecting, acting upon and sharing! I wish you all the best as I
hope to read your success story.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Also
read</span></b><span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">:
<a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2015/09/adversity-makes-men-think.html" target="_blank">Adversity Makes Men Think</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2015/07/open-your-mind.html" target="_blank">Open Your Mind</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2015/07/dare-to-be.html" target="_blank">Dare to Be</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2015/05/stop-standing-still.html" target="_blank">Stop Standing Still</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2015/05/challenging-your-status-quo.html" target="_blank">Challenge Your Status Quo</a> and <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.fr/2015/07/take-action-and-practice.html" target="_blank">Take Action and Practice </a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<div class="blogger-post-footer">A blog about success, business, social media, technology, entrepreneurship, and marketing.</div>Mina Angelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09801813020826443512noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5000503511159578264.post-17141678949772694942015-09-15T10:14:00.000-07:002016-06-29T00:19:26.262-07:003 LESSONS I LEARNT ON KENNY’s BIRTHDAY<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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might these lessons be apart from a recent experience? Don’t just wonder, read on
and get it from Kenny himself in this short except.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">I have
a confession! I didn’t plan to do this. I mean putting together <b>Kenni’s
three lessons</b>. I read a Blackberry broadcast Kehinde John Olagbenjo (KJO)
sent earlier this week and it just inspired me to share some of the
lessons I have learnt in the past 12 months. Before I cut to the chase, I want
to embark on a probono public service announcement. I want to use this medium
to appreciate God for giving me another opportunity to see a brand new year in
the story of my life. <i>No be beans</i>; Na
only God fit do these things. I know I am beginning to sound like a pastor. Okay
let me unveil lesson 1.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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#1: Are you learning your lessons?</span></b><span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">One of
the most inspiring words you will encounter in your life time is “You are not
alone”. For everything you go through, every obstacle that appears on your
journey to the top, every tear you had to shed, bear in mind that you are not
alone.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Sometime
last year, I had issues with my website-<b>KehindeAjose.com. </b>I approached
my website manager, but he just couldn’t fix it. It took me 12 months to engage
the followers that visited that website and it was difficult starting all over
again. Amazingly, when I checked out my options, I was forced to start all over
again.(No be small thing).<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">I did
start all over again. The fast growing website, <b>Kennisplace.com</b> is
a product of not refusing to give up. Truth is, I have learnt my lessons
from the previous experience. Life’s lessons doesn’t come in full doses, they
come in bits and pieces. It is your responsibility to learn the lessons life
throws at you. The reason why history repeats itself is simply because people
don’t learn from history.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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#2: </span></b><b><span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Try new things</span></b><span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Late
last year, KJO shared the idea of starting a show on Enterprise radio with me. I
was initially skeptical based on the fact that I hadn’t hosted a show before on
radio. I obliged and gave it a shot. Within six months, with the help of my
Enterprise radio family, the show has grown into one of the most listened shows
on Enterprise radio. What if I refused to try out something new and different?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Trying
something new stretches you and helps you to grow out of your comfort zone. Now,
I can confidently add the appellation <b>OAP</b> to the new things I
have tried out. Psychologist Rich Walker of Winston-Salem State University
looked at 30,000 event memories and over 500 diaries, ranging from durations of
3 months to 4 years, and says that people who engage in a variety of
experiences are more likely to retain positive emotions and minimize negative ones
than people who have fewer experiences.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Small is the new big</span></b><span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Have
you ever wondered how David defeated Goliath? Though Goliath had the strength
and experience, David was able to leverage on Goliath’s weakness to conquer
him. Proven records show that Goliath was partially blind and so he could only
win a battle at close range. And David understood that.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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In the Nigerian entertainment scene, it is the younger artistes that are making
waves, headlining shows and redefining the game. (The likes of Patoranking,
Korede Bello, Wizkid, ReekadoBanks, Kiss Daniel) How would you describe Linda Ikeji’s
dominance of the Nigerian online landscape? Ayeni Adekunle, CEO of Black House
Media puts it this way: “Linda Ikeji is not a member of NIPR. She has never sat
for the APCON examination. She is not an advertiser. She is not a media
practitioner. She is not a PR person. But she is engaging with more communities
than with any of the brands that we work for. The most academic of women; the
most intellectual of women constantly have Linda Ikeji open on their phones,
laptops and iPads. How is she able to build such platforms without insight or
access to the kind of intelligence that both industries have? <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Now you
see advertisers struggling to pay for the backdrop of Linda Ikeji’s website or
mobile site. You see PR people struggling to put sponsored posts on the site –
sponsored posts that one can tell are sponsored anyway.”</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">All these are made possible because she realized that to move at the speed of
light, you don’t have to be a big player in your industry. Small is the new
big. Ask Linda Ikeji, Wizkid, Yemi Alade, Chude Jideonwo. You don’t have to be
great to start, but you have to start to be great. These are my lessons.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">I am
looking forward to reading your comments…Thanks for the birthday wishes.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Except for <span style="color: purple;">www.kennisblog.com</span><o:p></o:p></span></i></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Also
read: <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2015/08/7-keys-to-success.html" target="_blank">7 Keys to Success</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2015/08/10-things-i-meditate.html" target="_blank">10 Things I Meditate</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2013/01/make-things-happen.html" target="_blank">Make Things Happen</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2015/07/dont-waste-your-mind.html" target="_blank">Use Your Mind</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2013/02/rugged-gigs-what-for.html" target="_blank">9 Gigs for Success</a> and <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2015/09/adversity-makes-men-think.html" target="_blank">Adversity Makes Men Think.</a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<div class="blogger-post-footer">A blog about success, business, social media, technology, entrepreneurship, and marketing.</div>Mina Angelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09801813020826443512noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5000503511159578264.post-30456575551341038002015-09-09T05:52:00.001-07:002016-06-29T00:20:46.017-07:00ADVERSITY MAKES MEN THINK<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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an excerpt a friend shared with me from consistency of purpose. I feel I
must share this.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">A quick
review on the lives and times of heroes and phenomenal men could change the way
you look at life. From Moses to Joseph, Jesus Christ to the Disciples, from
Alexander the Great to Napoleon Bonaparte, from Abraham Lincoln to Martin
Luther King Jr to Nelson Mandela and more. These men had a common factor and
similar view in their approach to life's INCIDENCES. They had a common
definition for adversity. Some of these views are:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">1.
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They believed that Divinity permits their adversity to keep them away from the
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They hated conformity, they believed in their ideals. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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They believed that, “Adversity makes men think”<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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They knew what makes the difference between the commons and the Great, that is,
they worked out strange ideas contrary to popular opinion. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">There’s
a voice calling from biographies of these Great people saying, “If you are not
willing to die, forget about living.” <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Think
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">You
have Greatness possibilities within you!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Also
read</span></b><span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">: <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2015/04/small-beginnings.html" target="_blank">Small Beginnings</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/02/making-mistakes-and-learning-something.html">Learning
from Mistakes</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/05/a-pattern-that-yields.html">A
Pattern that Yields</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/11/do-more.html">Do More</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2015/03/never-give-up-not-now.html" target="_blank">Never Give Up</a> and <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/03/15-time-wasters-successful-people-avoid.html">Avoid
Time Wasters</a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div class="blogger-post-footer">A blog about success, business, social media, technology, entrepreneurship, and marketing.</div>Mina Angelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09801813020826443512noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5000503511159578264.post-34716251890055923062015-09-04T19:50:00.000-07:002015-09-04T19:54:58.931-07:005 BUSINESS LESSONS FROM MONICA MUSONDA<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Zambian
businesswoman Monica Musonda is the founder of Java Foods, producer of the
eeZee instant noodles brand. </span><br />
<a name='more'></a><span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">In a recent webcast, organized by The Tony
Elumelu Foundation, she shared some of the lessons she has learnt in business.
Below are the main takeaways.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-style: italic;">1. Give consumers what they want</span></b><span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">It is important to have a
clear understanding of what consumers want and how much they are willing to pay
for a product. Introducing completely new concepts can be risky business.
“Ultimately we could have great innovations, but if no one is willing to pay
for it, it is not really a great idea,” said Musonda.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">When she first launched
her instant noodles brand in Zambia, she wrongly assumed it would be an
immediate hit, especially given the affordable price. But because instant
noodles were not well known in the market, it proved to be a much tougher sell.
“We thought this would be a really great product [and] very easy to sell. But
unfortunately it was much harder because people didn’t know about the product.
So for us our biggest challenge was trying to get people to know what the
product was [and] how to prepare it…”<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Although
consumption patterns in Zambia are changing, launching an unknown product
can be a slow and expensive exercise. She suggested that when starting out it
might be better to offer a product consumers already understand, and at a later
stage introduce something more innovative.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-style: italic;">2. Start small – business is a marathon, not a
sprint</span></b><span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">It is highly unlikely any
business will make money from the get-go. Entrepreneurs therefore need to
ensure they have enough cash reserves to keep going through the initial stages.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">“You are going to need
some capital reserve from somewhere, because it will be a tough first or second
year as you stabilize the business, as you begin to understand payment issues,
as you begin to understand expenses,” Musonda explained.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">She advises entrepreneurs
to start small and not spend too much money early on. “Ditch the fancy office
and the fleet of the most expensive Toyotas… Start small, understand your
revenue base and your expenses. Until things are able to stabilize, when you
have a little bit of cash flow left, then can you look into: should I hire that
extra person, should we lease a bigger warehouse, should we buy that piece of
more expensive equipment from the US as opposed to China?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">“I think it is really
understanding the business as it grows, and honestly, the business will teach
you. It will teach you some bitter lessons, you will <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2015/02/making-mistakes-and-learning-something.html" target="_blank">make mistakes</a></u> and
it will also teach you to grow up.”<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-style: italic;">3. Learn by doing</span></b><span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Many African countries
suffer from a lack of reliable market data. And in cases where data is
available it is often expensive.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">“I think you have got to
learn by doing. You may not have all the answers, you may not know the size of
the market, you may not know how much the <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2014/07/how-your-business-can-beat-your.html" target="_blank">competition</a></u> is selling. But if
you get into the business, do your initial groundwork as much as you can – but
get in there and then start gathering your own data,” said Musonda.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">“I would advise against
spending a lot of money before you start, on digging up lots and lots of
information. I do say do some homework – but don’t spend thousands and
thousands of dollars on market research because… you might not get the result
that you want and instead you would have wasted quite a lot of money and time
on something which might not help in the long run.”<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-style: italic;">4. First focus on the domestic market</span></b><span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Before targeting
international markets, Musonda said entrepreneurs should first focus on
establishing the business in their home country.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">“Let people know your
product in your home market – it has to have a home, it has to be from
somewhere – before you start spreading yourself too thin [by] exporting.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">“There are all these
nuances once you get your product outside of your country that you might not be
able to control. I think build a strong successful brand, a strong successful
distribution network, build supply chains which you understand in your country
– such that when you are able to export, you are able to withstand lots of
changes, etc.”<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-style: italic;">5. The right time to start a business? The earlier,
the better</span></b><span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Before
starting Java Foods in 2011, Musonda had a long corporate career. She worked
with one of Africa’s richest men, Aliko Dangote, as director of legal and
corporate affairs at Dangote Group.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">But she believes aspiring
entrepreneurs should take the plunge sooner rather than later. “I would have
loved to have been younger and have less commitment. At this stage to fail is a
lot more painful than if I failed at 20 or 25 or 30, for instance. I think it
is a lot harder when you’re older, you have more commitments… I think there is
never a perfect scenario for you to start a business – but I think if you are
going to take the leap, the earlier the better.”<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif;">Also read</span></b><span style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif;">: <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.fr/2015/07/a-letter-to-all-new-entrepreneurs.html" target="_blank">Letter to All New Entrepreneurs</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2014/06/top-businessman-advice-africas.html" target="_blank">Advice for African Entrepreneurs</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2014/05/the-challenges-of-entrepreneurship.html" target="_blank">Challenges of Entrepreneurship</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2014/06/solutions-of-entrepreneurship.html" target="_blank">Solutions of Entrepreneurship</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2014/11/starting-business-in-africa-from.html" target="_blank">Starting Business from Diaspora</a> and <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2015/07/is-entrepreneurship-risky.html" target="_blank">Is Entrepreneurship Risky?</a></span></div>
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<div class="blogger-post-footer">A blog about success, business, social media, technology, entrepreneurship, and marketing.</div>Mina Angelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09801813020826443512noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5000503511159578264.post-66081341720621780642015-09-01T00:49:00.000-07:002016-06-29T00:21:35.115-07:00ADVICE FROM BIG ENTREPRENEURS<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<b><i><span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">"If
you cannot do great things, do small things in a great way."</span></i></b><b><span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"> Napoleon
Hill</span></b><br />
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high tech and social media, <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2014/05/which-one-are-you.html" target="_blank">entrepreneurs</a></u> who get the most profile are
those who create significant companies, or disrupt industries. The Bill Gates,
Steve Jobs, Mark Zuckerberg, Elon Musks and Jeff Bezos type of entrepreneur are
featured as role models and rightly so. People make movies about them, write
books about them and teach courses in universities that reference their
achievements. I tell you, it is an amazing feat to build companies like these
people have done.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">However, I am
not an advocate or for those that suggest that all <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2014/05/which-one-are-you.html" target="_blank"><u>entrepreneurs</u> </a>need to
emulate these people. We can't all create multi-billion dollar global
companies; we cannot all create great sites like facebook, amazon, twitter and
so on, we just cannot.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">There are
literally thousands of small business <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2014/05/which-one-are-you.html" target="_blank">entrepreneurs</a></u> developing, running
and growing smaller successful enterprises all around <u><a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2015/08/a-changing-world.html" target="_blank">the world</a></u>. These
entrepreneurs are actually creating more jobs when put together than the big
mega companies, and are often referred to as the engine of any economy.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">The <u><a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2014/05/the-challenges-of-entrepreneurship.html" target="_blank">challenges</a></u>
of starting any business are significant and these small business <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2014/05/which-one-are-you.html" target="_blank">entrepreneurs</a></u>
bring incredible value to their economies through their efforts. Therefore it
is important that we never undermine the value of what they do, or discourage
the average entrepreneur (who is already an extraordinary person) from starting
their dream; no matter how small!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">In addition to
<u>my letter to all new entrepreneurs</u>, here are a few thoughts:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">1. Your
enterprise needs to bring value to enough people to be sustainable.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">2. Your
business does not need to be game changing, huge, global or high tech.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">3. Your
idea could be servicing an underserved niche.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">4. Your
idea could be bringing a level of service that is valued by just enough people
to make it viable.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">5. It
could be low tech, mid or high tech.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">6. It
needs to be something you are passionate about.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">7. Let
your enterprise center on giving value and balance it with growth.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">8. The
energy, <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2013/11/sex-and-business.html" target="_blank">drive</a></u>, commitment and <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2015/07/my-attitude.html" target="_blank">attitude</a></u> needed to be an
entrepreneur is significant. Don’t be deterred when people who say your idea is
not big enough.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">9. Not
everyone is cut out to be an entrepreneur; <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2012/04/entrepreneurs-iq.html" target="_blank">take the test</a></u>. BUT there are
a lot of people who have been successful at creating their business: follow
their cue, <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2013/11/rectitude-keep-believing-in-yourself.html" target="_blank">believe in yourself</a></u> and take <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2015/06/how-to-be-bold-and-succeed.html" target="_blank">bold steps</a></u>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">10.
<u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2014/05/which-one-are-you.html" target="_blank">Entrepreneurs</a></u> <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2013/01/make-things-happen.html" target="_blank">make things happen</a></u> and seldom wait for things to happen.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">11.
Work super hard and never be afraid to take risks.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">You are
supposed to be in your high levels so <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2015/05/stop-standing-still.html" target="_blank">don’t stop</a></u>. For you to read this
article means you desire information to become a better person, succeed at what
you do or challenge your <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2015/08/challenging-your-status-quo-2.html" target="_blank">status quo</a></u>. I have a strong conviction that you
will succeed and lead your pack, if you keep on and <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2015/03/never-give-up-not-now.html" target="_blank">never give up</a></u>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Kindly
comment your thoughts and share with someone just I have shared with you.</span></div>
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<u><span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Also
read</span></u><span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">: <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/07/steps-to-stop-complaining.html" target="_blank">Stop Complaining</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2013/12/why-do-people-procrastinate.html" target="_blank">Overcome Procrastination</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2015/07/take-action-and-practice.html" target="_blank">Take Action</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2013/11/creativity-is-worth-millions.html" target="_blank">Be Creative</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2015/07/open-your-mind.html" target="_blank">Use Your Mind</a> and <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2015/03/dream-bigger-dare-impossible.html" target="_blank">Dare the Impossible</a></span></div>
<div class="blogger-post-footer">A blog about success, business, social media, technology, entrepreneurship, and marketing.</div>Mina Angelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09801813020826443512noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5000503511159578264.post-81765896413825924392015-08-31T05:07:00.003-07:002016-06-29T00:22:41.091-07:00THE PLACE OF PASSION<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">In 2007,
at the D5 Conference, Steve Jobs sat with <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2014/08/do-you-know-keith-richards-and.html" target="_blank">Bill Gates</a></u> and talked about
the importance of <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/03/discover-your-passions.html" target="_blank">passion</a></u></span><br />
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">when it comes to innovation. While I agree with
Steve, I think he was missing a very important piece that is an absolute
necessity for igniting passion, and I didn’t quite understand what that missing
piece was until last year.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">My team
and I talk a lot about Simon Sinek’s idea of “Why”. In his book, <i><a href="http://www.amazon.ca/Start-Why-Leaders-Inspire-Everyone/dp/1591846447" title="">Start with Why</a></i>, he pushes readers to discover their purpose,
cause, or belief that inspires them to do what they do.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">Mr.
Sinek then goes on to say something, which at its core, is so fundamentally
important when it comes to innovation that it’s worth sharing.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">“Great
companies don’t hire skilled people and motivate them, they hire already
motivated people and inspire them. People are either motivated or they are not.
Unless you give motivated people something to believe in, something bigger than
their job to work toward, they will motivate themselves to find a new job and
you’ll be stuck with whoever’s left.”<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">The
reason this is relevant in the world of innovation is because teams that don’t
understand and internalize the “why” behind their need to innovate will merely
be adding yet another task into their work week without understanding the full
impact the innovation will have on them, their customer and the company.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">A clear
“why” unlocks passion in a team. And <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/03/discover-your-passions.html" target="_blank">passion</a></u> is the catalyst for innovation.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">In order
for innovation to exist, we need passion – which is a combination of curiosity,
imagination, and <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2015/07/patience-and-persistence.html" target="_blank">persistence</a></u> – to inspire people to look beyond the status quo
and look at the world through a different lens to find solutions to big
<u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2014/06/solutions-of-entrepreneurship.html" target="_blank">problems</a></u>. It leads to new products, services, and systems that bring new life
to organizations.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b style="color: #505050; font-family: Impact, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18.2000007629395px;"><span style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , sans-serif;">Also read:</span></b><span style="color: #505050; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18.2000007629395px;"> <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/07/take-action-and-practice.html" style="color: #9b681d; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank">Take Action and Practice</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/07/dont-waste-your-mind.html" style="color: #9b681d; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank">Use your mind</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/03/never-give-up-not-now.html" style="color: #9b681d; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank">Never Give Up</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/06/3-seasons-2-actions-1-desire.html" style="color: #9b681d; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank">3 Seasons of Life</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/07/please-read-touching-story.html" style="color: #9b681d; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank">A Touching Story</a> and <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/04/every-story.html" style="color: #9b681d; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank">Every Story</a></span></div>
<div class="blogger-post-footer">A blog about success, business, social media, technology, entrepreneurship, and marketing.</div>Mina Angelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09801813020826443512noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5000503511159578264.post-4076846154024641702015-08-26T22:11:00.000-07:002016-06-29T00:36:41.828-07:007 KEYS TO SUCCESS<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<i><span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">“Success is simple. First you decide exactly what you
want, and second you decide</span></i><br />
<a name='more'></a><i><span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";"><o:p></o:p></span></i></div>
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<i><span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">you’re willing to pay the price to make it happen.
And then pay that price.” - Bunker Hunt (Oil billionaire tycoon).</span></i></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">Success
is no accident, but comes from daily decisions that cultivate effective habits.
One thing is clear, successful entrepreneurs take disciplined action day after
day, towards accomplishing their dreams. So what is their winning formula? In
his book Unlimited Power, Anthony Robbins identifies seven characteristics that
ensure success.</span></div>
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<b><span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">#1 Passion: What drives you?</span></b><span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">‘Why<i>’</i> you
want to achieve something is more important then ‘How’ you are going to achieve
it. Does that surprise you? This passion or ‘juice’, gives your goal
purpose and meaning. Passion to excel is what drives and motivates people to
want to stay up late or get up early and persevere. So ask yourself, what is
your ultimate reason for wanting to be, do or have what you desire? When you
think about your goals do you feel excited, fired up and revved to go? If not,
how can you adjust your goals so that it sparks your passion? Spending time
thinking about ‘why’ you want something will focus your energy towards your
most important goal</span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , sans-serif;">s.</span></div>
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<b><span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">#2 Beliefs: Do your beliefs support your goals?</span></b></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">Our
beliefs about who we are, who we can be and what we can accomplish,
determine exactly what we will be and do. If your beliefs or fears limit
your confidence to respond to things, then these become <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/11/setbacks-to-achieving-goals.html" target="_blank">obstacles</a></u>. Many
people are passionate about what they want, but their beliefs about what they
are and what they can do prevent them from acting. Beliefs and passion are key
ingredients that fire a person’s drive towards their goals. The more you
believe you can achieve something, the more focused and likely you are to
actually do it!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">#3 Actions: What is your strategy?</span></b></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">Setting
goals in line with your vision is the easy part. <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/11/dreams-do-come-true.html" target="_blank">Dreaming</a></u> big is
important – but you have to have a map to get there. It is important to
know how you can effectively organize your <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/11/how-thoughts-become-things.html" target="_blank">thoughts</a></u> and <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2015/07/take-action-and-practice.html" target="_blank">actions</a></u>
so that you can manage your resources to focus your attention on doing the
right things at the right time. What are the <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2014/02/plan-ahead.html" target="_blank">next steps</a></u> you need to
take? Who else can you turn to for help? What resources do you need to
support you?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">#4 Values: Do you have a clear idea of what is
important to you in life?</span></b><span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">An
awareness of what truly matters to you, a sense of who you are and why you do
what you do will help you to stay on the path to achieving your goals. So what
are your values, and how do they connect with your goals or action-plans for
achieving these goals? If your strategy requires you to do things that do not
fit in with your beliefs of what is right or wrong, then this can create inner
turmoil, and a sense of feeling unfulfilled. You will feel guilty and
lose confidence if you do not operate with integrity.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">#5 Energy: Have you got enough?</span></b><span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">Energy
is what fuels your tank! Take care of yourself and make sure you’re having
enough fun so that stress doesn’t take over. Eat well, sleep well, laugh
lots. Don’t let negative comments from others sap your energy – and don’t let
negative thoughts from yourself get you down! Surround yourself with
people who are supportive, but still give honest feedback. Make sure you
have enough energy to be healthy and meet people with a smile and a firm
handshake.</span></div>
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<b><span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">#6 Rapport: How well do you connect with others?</span></b></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">Effective
communication means being able to connect with people from diverse backgrounds
and beliefs to establish common ground. Having something in common creates
rapport. Rapport make the other person feels understood, and feels you ‘get
them’. It creates <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/08/building-business-trust.html" target="_blank">mutual trust</a></u> so that the needs of both parties can be
met in a positive way making tasks easier and more enjoyable.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">#7 Flexibility: Can you bend?</span></b><span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">Do you
accept <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2014/09/coping-with-change.html" target="_blank">change</a></u> as <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.co.uk/2013/03/opportunity-inside-difficulty.html" target="_blank">opportunities</a></u> or threats? The way you react and
respond to stressful situations will impact your decision to either carry on or
quit. What do you say to yourself when <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2013/11/rectitude-keep-believing-in-yourself.html" target="_blank">challenges</a></u> arise and disrupt your
<u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2015/07/take-action-and-practice.html" target="_blank">action plan</a></u>? If you can communicate this to yourself in a way that
allows you to respond flexibly and change your actions, you are more likely to
move forward. Successful people are able to <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2015/07/patience-and-persistence.html" target="_blank">persevere</a></u> in the face of
adversity, and are open to other possibilities or changing their course of
actions to get desired results.</span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , sans-serif;">Also read:</span></b><span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , sans-serif;"> <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.nl/2015/06/why-do-people-complain.html" target="_blank">Stop Complaining</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.nl/2012/03/self-motivation-gist.html" target="_blank">Stay Motivated</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2015/03/never-give-up-not-now.html" target="_blank">Never Give Up</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.nl/2013/11/creativity-is-worth-millions.html" target="_blank">Be Creative</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.nl/2015/07/open-your-mind.html" target="_blank">Use Your Mind</a> and <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/11/how-thoughts-become-things.html" target="_blank">Become What You Think</a></span><br />
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<div class="blogger-post-footer">A blog about success, business, social media, technology, entrepreneurship, and marketing.</div>Mina Angelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09801813020826443512noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5000503511159578264.post-21508848096220061712015-08-26T21:11:00.001-07:002016-06-29T00:37:17.072-07:00CLOSING AFRICA’s EMPLOYMENT GAP<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">Labor
productivity in Sub-Saharan Africa has been garnering attention recently.
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<a name='more'></a><span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">Development economists focus on labor productivity because it tends to be
strongly associated with overall well-being measures, especially for the poor,
who are reliably endowed with time, but often little else in the way of
productive assets.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">Cross-sector
gaps in labor productivity are key indicators of structural change, which is
the economy-wide process by which labor shifts from low-productivity industries
such as agriculture, to those that are higher-productivity, such as industry
and services. This process underpins development and is premised on large
cross-sector gaps in productivity. Economists expect these gaps to be quite
large in the poorest countries, and to get smaller as labor shifts out of
agriculture. Recent evidence suggests these forces are indeed at work in
Sub-Saharan Africa.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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In <a href="http://documents.worldbank.org/curated/en/2015/04/24310783/labor-productivity-employment-gaps-sub-saharan-africa">a
new study</a> focused on Ethiopia, Malawi, Tanzania and Malawi, I find
that the agricultural sector is not necessarily a bastion of low productivity,
as is commonly believed, but rather a large reservoir of underemployed workers.
This result emerges when labor inputs are measured more carefully. Using the
new <a href="http://go.worldbank.org/IPLXWMCNJ0">LSMS-ISA</a> datasets,
I used micro-data to replicate the common patterns observed in macro
statistics; that annual economic output per worker is lower in agriculture than
in other sectors. While national statistics suggest that workers in these four
countries are 6 times more productive outside of agriculture than in it, I
predict the number is closer to 3.3x on average (See figure 1). This finding
was consistent with those of Gollin et al, who recently found that national
accounts measures tend to <a href="http://www.ingentaconnect.com/content/aea/aer/2014/00000104/00000005/art00028">under-estimate</a>
productivity in agriculture relative to other sectors.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">The left
panel shows sector output per worker per year in agriculture (green) relative
to industry and services (orange and blue, respectively). National accounts
based ratios of output per worker per year are shown in grey. The right panel
shows sector outputs per hour of labor supplied in agriculture, industry and
services.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">Next, I
took a closer look at labor inputs. Many workers are counted as agricultural
because they spend at least some time working on farms. A striking pattern
across household surveys is that agricultural workers work fewer hours per year
— 700 hours per agricultural worker compared to 1,900 hours per
non-agricultural worker. Interestingly, it turns out that productivity in
agriculture is a lot closer to productivity outside of it when one accounts for
these differences in hours worked. On a per-hour basis, then, labor is only
1.6x more productive outside of agriculture.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , sans-serif;">Why
don’t agricultural workers work more hours per year? While beyond the scope of my
study, this question begs for more research. One explanation relates to
agronomic conditions in Sub-Saharan Africa. Given a somewhat fixed supply of
agricultural land, and limited water control, demand for farm labor is not well
smoothed throughout the year. This could limit the ability of smallholder
farmers to productively use more labor on their farms.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , sans-serif;">Another explanation for
the employment gap is that few people are able to participate in non-farming
activities. Non-agricultural wage employment is low, with 10% of adult
individuals in rural areas participating. Self-employment outside of
agriculture is also low, with 17% of adults in rural areas taking part. And
though these activities are non-agricultural, closer examination of their
descriptions suggests that they are indeed tightly linked to agricultural
production.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , sans-serif;">These
findings highlight the importance of thinking more about agricultural labor –
not just counting workers, but finding ways for more people to productively
supply more labor to agriculture, the dominant employment sector in Sub-Saharan
Africa.</span></div>
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<b><span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">Ellen McCullough<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<i><span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";"><a href="http://blogs.worldbank.org/africacan/africas-hidden-underemployment-sink">The
World Bank Africa Can End Poverty Blog</a>.</span></i><span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , sans-serif;">Also read</span></b><span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , sans-serif;">: <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/07/fostering-entrepreneurship-lagos-ranks.html" target="_blank">Lagos is Ranked 5th</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/08/nigerian-doctor-that-sets-record-in.html" target="_blank">Nigerian Doctor that Set Russian Record</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/07/three-south-african-teenage-girls.html" target="_blank">Three South Africans Build Private Satellite</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/08/how-far-is-african-dream.html" target="_blank">How Far is the African dream</a> and <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/07/7-quotes-from-2015-world-economic-forum.html" target="_blank">2015 World Economic Forum on Africa</a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<div class="blogger-post-footer">A blog about success, business, social media, technology, entrepreneurship, and marketing.</div>Mina Angelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09801813020826443512noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5000503511159578264.post-19625925129587648332015-08-21T05:22:00.000-07:002016-06-29T00:37:50.180-07:00A CHANGING WORLD<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">We live in a changing
world. A world where <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2014/09/coping-with-change.html" target="_blank">changes</a></u> occur almost every moment and there is no
room for second guessing, delay</span><br />
<a name='more'></a><span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";"> or <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2013/12/why-do-people-procrastinate.html" target="_blank">procrastination</a></u>. The world is now in
a constant motion faster than it used to be hence; everyone is meant to keep
moving in their pursuits in career, family, business and life and not to be
left behind. The world is moving so fast that trends now phase in and out
without some people even knowing about them.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">“Knowledge is power” my
mother used to tell me but, I doubt how many people still remember that and
work with it. Reason is that, many people are mistaking their seeds for fruits
thereby eating the seeds that are meant to be planted for a brighter future.
Many are eating their future oblivious of the consequences. You cannot eat your
cake and have it. Watch how you spend your <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2014/09/do-today-save-tomorrow.html" target="_blank">time</a></u> and <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2014/06/we-all-need-money.html" target="_blank">money</a></u> daily.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">Meanwhile, your position
in life today is a direct reflection of the quality of your decisions in no
distant past, both conscious and unconscious. No one can make you feel inferior
without your acceptance of inferiority from <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/07/open-your-mind.html" target="_blank">your mind</a></u>. Your life today
is a direct reflection of your closest company of five people in the last three
years so, “watch the company you keep because they form the people you soon
become” Fela Durotoye once said. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">Friend, this is a
reminder for you to take account of your life: what season of life are
you? <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2015/05/stop-standing-still.html" target="_blank">Are you standing still</a></u>? <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2013/10/what-have-people-told-you.html" target="_blank">What have people told you</a></u>? Are you <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/02/making-mistakes-and-learning-something.html" target="_blank">learning from mistakes</a></u>? Think of your life deeply, where you are now and where you ought
to be, how far off and if you are on course as well. Do a self-assessment now
and begin to <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/09/coping-with-change.html" target="_blank">make changes</a></u> for better.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">Stop eating your seeds
and start planting them. The time to start is now. Don’t leave your future and
that of your family to chance. The responsibility of a great future is yours
and yours alone so <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2014/02/plan-ahead.html" target="_blank">plan ahead</a></u> for it. <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/04/small-beginnings.html" target="_blank">Start small</a></u> and grow from
there. Imagine if all farmers eat up all their harvest; there won’t be seed for
planting in the next planting season. Or, don’t you think so?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">Where are you investing
your money and your time? Start to <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/08/double-your-money.html" target="_blank">double your money</a></u> now: no amount is
too small. Don’t make the same mistake more than once; it’s a sign of insanity.
<u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.de/2013/07/the-song-just-start-something.html" target="_blank">Start something</a></u> now and make the right of every <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/08/two-choices.html" target="_blank">two choices</a></u> and
begin to maximize <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.co.uk/2013/03/opportunity-inside-difficulty.html" target="_blank">opportunities</a></u>. Always remember, the choices you make
today will determine the place you will be in the close future.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">Things don’t just happen;
people <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2013/01/make-things-happen.html" target="_blank">make things happen</a></u>. Don’t wait for perfect conditions; they only
exist in fairy tales. <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2015/07/take-action-and-practice.html" target="_blank">Take action</a></u>, skip procrastination and dare to <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2014/11/do-more.html" target="_blank">do more</a></u> than you have always done. <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2015/05/i-can.html" target="_blank">You can do it!</a></u> You can achieve your
desires in life; you can smash records and set new ones if you <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2015/03/never-give-up-not-now.html" target="_blank">never give up</a></u>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">Put on the <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2015/07/my-attitude.html" target="_blank">right attitude</a></u>, have things you meditate upon on a regular basis, put in <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2015/07/patience-and-persistence.html" target="_blank">persistence</a></u>
to make whatever you do work and be patient for the results. <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2014/08/business-success-is-so-simple.html" target="_blank">Success is simple</a></u> but you must know how to go about it and <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2014/02/plan-ahead.html" target="_blank">plan ahead</a></u> if you
must achieve it. I am mostly moved when I meet people being left behind by our
fast changing world and I don’t wish you to be among them. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">In all, be the person you
want to be and achieve greatness. I look forward to reading your success story.
Always <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2013/11/rectitude-keep-believing-in-yourself.html" target="_blank">believe in yourself</a></u> just as I believe in you.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , sans-serif;">Also read</span></b><span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , sans-serif;">: <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2013/10/five-business-lessons-from-tennis.html" target="_blank">Lessons from Tennis</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2015/08/building-wealth-slowly.html" target="_blank">Building Wealth Slowly</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2015/05/a-pattern-that-yields.html" target="_blank">The Patterns that Yield</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2015/06/why-do-people-complain.html" target="_blank">Why Do People Complain</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2015/03/never-give-up-not-now.html" target="_blank">Never Give Up</a> and <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2015/07/dont-waste-your-mind.html" target="_blank">Don’t Waste Your Mind</a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Many people will like to have targeted and desired changes in
their life yet, five years down they are <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2015/05/stop-standing-still.html" target="_blank">standing still</a></u></span><br />
<a name='more'></a><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"> two feet from their
previous spot. Why? Most people would like something to change in their life,
career, family and business but, this is not happening because they are not <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2015/07/take-action-and-practice.html" target="_blank">taking action</a></u>; despite their strong
desire and deep thoughts. A lot of people struggle to create change in their
lives. <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2015/05/status-quo-enemy-of-change.html" target="_blank">But why is this so</a>?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Well, the reasons can be many, complex and vary from person to
person, situation and environment. However, the most common factor I feel is
fear. Change triggers fear in the mind of so many people. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</b>uncomfortable. It creates uncertainty. It involves risk. It takes you
outside your comfort zone. When you feel like that, an inner voice begins to
rant: What if it doesn’t work? What if people don’t like it? What if you are
not good enough? What if you make a fool of yourself? The inner voice puts fear
in you to make you stay in your comfort zone. But, change only happens outside
the comfort zone. You have to break out to move on.<s><o:p></o:p></s></span></div>
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<b><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">#1. Start by
making a decision<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Decide that you will deal with the fears and change those things
that have kept you stuck. Don’t listen to the inner voice that will echo “I
don’t know how” in your head. Commit yourself to finding a way: there is always
a way out.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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with uncertainty<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Embrace uncertainty and accept the things that will follow your
decision as part of the dynamics of change. Pay the price once and immediate to
enjoy the outcome much later. Don't procrastinate.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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your fears. <o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Learn how to manage your fears. Look for what you can put in
place to make it feel safe for you to move forward. Get information as much as
you can and where you cannot do it alone, seek help and clear the fears.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Meanwhile, in case you are feeling worried about the effects of
the changes the above actions will create, think about this: What will happen
if you DON’T take that risk? What will happen if you don’t find a way to make the
changes happen? Sometimes it is more of a risk to settle for the <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2015/05/status-quo-enemy-of-change.html" target="_blank">status quo</a></u>
than deal with the fears and discomfort of <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/07/moment-of-truth-change.html" target="_blank">change</a></u>. Or, don’t you think?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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you focus on<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Learn to stop your mind from thinking that things could go
wrong. <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2015/03/amazing-isnt-it.html" target="_blank">The mind</a></u> is a very powerful tool that produces what one feeds it
continually so, use this positively. Endeavour to maintain focus on the
benefits and results that the changes above will deliver and how to progress
from there.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Friend, if you are not willing to take any risk, you are risking
never having the life and business you really desire and, that is a great risk
on its own. Know that the pain of settling for what you don’t want is mostly more
than the price of creating any desired change. You see, I know this because it
happened to me in 2006 and I missed out on a big career opportunity and I am
yet to recover from it all till this moment. You don’t have to learn your own
lesson that way; begin to work that <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/07/moment-of-truth-change.html" target="_blank">change</a></u> now.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Remember, the pain of your desired <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/07/moment-of-truth-change.html" target="_blank">change</a></u> will be
temporary but the pain of regret will live with you longer than you think and
it is far greater in size and effect than you can imagine. Dare to ignore your
naysayers and fears and take that <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2015/06/how-to-be-bold-and-succeed.html" target="_blank">bold step</a></u>: be it a class, a course, a
proposal, a presentation, joining a group, opening an account, <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2015/08/double-your-money.html" target="_blank">doubling your money</a></u> or writing a book, dare to start now and don’t worry about how long
it will take. Time always flies when you are being productive.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Go on and change your life, and impart your world with that <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/07/moment-of-truth-change.html" target="_blank">change</a></u>.
<u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2013/10/what-have-people-told-you.html" target="_blank">You can do it</a></u>! I believe you can!!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<u><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Also read</span></u><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">: <o:p></o:p></span><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/11/rectitude-keep-believing-in-yourself.html" style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; text-align: justify;" target="_blank">Believe in Yourself</a><span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; text-align: justify;">, </span><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/09/do-today-save-tomorrow.html" style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; text-align: justify;" target="_blank">Save Tomorrow</a><span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; text-align: justify;">, </span><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/12/why-do-people-procrastinate.html" style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; text-align: justify;" target="_blank">Don't Procrastinate</a><span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; text-align: justify;">, </span><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2012/03/self-motivation-gist.html" style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; text-align: justify;" target="_blank">Stay Motivated</a><span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; text-align: justify;">, </span><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2011/08/think-outside-box.html" style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; text-align: justify;" target="_blank">Think Outside the Box</a><span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; text-align: justify;"> and </span><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/07/the-song-just-start-something.html" style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; text-align: justify;" target="_blank">Just Start Something</a><br />
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">On his
first day in office as President of United States of America, Abraham Lincoln
entered the hallowed chamber to give his Inaugural Address. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">A Rich Aristocrat
stood up and said: "Mr. Lincoln, you should not forget to tell us that your
father used to make shoes for my family" and the whole Senate laughed.
They thought they had made a fool of Lincoln alas, certain people are made of a
totally different gene.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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looked at the man directly in the eyes and said: "Sir, I know that my
father used to make shoes for your family, and there will be many others here
too, because he made shoes the way nobody else can. He was a creator. His shoes
were not just ordinary shoes because he poured his whole soul into them. I want
to ask you, have you any complaint? <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Because
I know how to make shoes myself: if you have any complaint, I can make you
another pair of shoes. But as far as I know, nobody has ever complained about
my father's shoes. He was a genius, a great creator and I am proud of my
father".<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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whole senate was dumbstruck. They could not understand what kind of man Abraham
Lincoln was. He was proud because his father did his job so well that not even
a single complaint had ever been heard.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Always
remember, no one can hurt you without your consent. In your daily life, it is
not mostly what happens to you that hurt you, it is your response that hurts you.
There are people out there whose only job is to hurt others, don't give them a
reason to have so much work on their hands: put on your best attitude at all
times.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Also
read: <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/11/dreams-do-come-true.html">Dreams
do come True</a>, <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/08/two-choices.html">Two
Choices</a>, <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/07/the-song-just-start-something.html">Just
Start Something</a>, <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/12/knowing-your-limitations.html">Know
your Limitations</a>, <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/03/discover-your-passions.html">Discover
your Passions</a> and <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/11/rectitude-keep-believing-in-yourself.html">Believe
in yourself</a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Dealing
with different types of customers can be frustrating, especially difficult ones. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Give it a try and begin to master it. All it takes
is a positive <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2015/07/my-attitude.html" target="_blank">attitude</a></u>, preparation, and a sincere desire of helping others. And remember, you are the company and the customer is speaking to the company and not your person.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Please, help as many people get this information and help their businesses grow because difficult customers is a tall hurdle for many small businesses and self-employed individuals.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , sans-serif;">Many thanks to <b>Alexander Cuesta</b> for this insight.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , sans-serif;">Also read: <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2014/07/8-tips-for-developing-loyal-customers.html" target="_blank">Developing Loyal Customers</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2014/06/how-to-revive-any-dying-business.html" target="_blank">How to Revive A Dying Business</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2014/04/100-things-leke-taught-me.html" target="_blank">100 Things Leke Taught Me</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2013/11/sex-and-business.html" target="_blank">Business and Sex</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2012/10/results-and-excuses-get-real.html" target="_blank">Results and Excuses</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2015/07/take-action-and-practice.html" target="_blank">Action and Practice</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">There is a difference
between being rich and being wealthy.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">I learnt this truth from
Robert Kiyosaki in one of his Rich Dad Poor Dad classics. He stressed that you
cannot be wealthy on a job but can set a path to wealth on any job. I learnt
about building wealth from him first before I took to the road of research and
practice.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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grown in gathering investment principles as well as </span><span style="line-height: 18px;">practising</span><span style="line-height: 13.5pt;"> them. But,
building wealth is not always the same for everybody because one path is always
different from another’s just as our names, finger prints, passions and lives.
So, the route to building wealth is different for all but, the goal is the
same. Building wealth can be slow.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">In all these years, I
have found several ways to build wealth that seem fast but are really slow. Don’t
be in a hurry wealth can only be built slowly and over time. But you must learn
to heart and PRACTICE these wealth principles I am sharing with you. Building
wealth also requires lots of information and knowledge to start and to sustain
it.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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do you build wealth?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">Principle
1: Live Within Your Means<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">We know human nature is
insatiable and sometimes confused that is why we do have desire for more than
we mostly need. Learn to control this urge if you must begin to build wealth.
Learn to save more of the money you earn monthly and overcome Parkinson’s Law.
Then don’t just keep the money; <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.co.uk/2015/08/double-your-money.html" target="_blank">double your money</a></u>. When you <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.co.uk/2015/08/double-your-money.html" target="_blank">double your money</a></u>, do not spend the excess on material things or liabilities;
spend it on assets and things that will earn you more money.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">However, if you don’t seem
to know how save a part of your monthly income or to double your money, seek
information and help. A good advisor will put you through. Or, you can ask from
me, I’ll gladly help.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Avoid Credit Cards and Loan Sharks<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">Do
you really understand how credit cards work? Do you understand compound
interest? Well, if you do, then you should beware of credit cards and loan
sharks. Instead of credit cards or loans, learn to build credit over time. Once
you are able to do this, you can use the built credit for investment
opportunities and <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.co.uk/2015/08/double-your-money.html" target="_blank">double your money</a></u> and it takes you back to my first
advice above. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">Meanwhile,
be watchful. Learn to spend more cash than use cards but, if you love the
convenience of using card over cash, learn to use a debit card. Also, building
up credit may lead to bad money habits so, watch against it by all means.<br />
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<b>Principle 3: Invest Your Money<o:p></o:p></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">Many
years back, a speaker said in a seminar and I wrote down: “If you think
stuffing money away in a piggy bank, mattress or savings account is going to
help you build wealth you're wrong.” So, cut that thought and learn to invest
your money. Money is termed “currency” because it has currents in it; it cannot
stand still. You cannot keep your money at a spot. If you do, inflation will
catch up with it and depreciate the value. So keep doubling and investing your
money over and over again as your wealth portfolio grow in size and stability. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">Dear friend, building
wealth is a continuous process that requires <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2015/07/patience-and-persistence.html" target="_blank">persistence</a></u> and <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2015/06/how-to-be-bold-and-succeed.html" target="_blank">boldness</a></u>.
Starting early is one of the best things to do if you understand the <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2013/06/3-seasons-2-actions-1-desire.html" target="_blank">seasons of life</a></u>. They say <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2015/07/is-entrepreneurship-risky.html" target="_blank">entrepreneurship is risky</a></u>, I say life is risky if
you don’t dare when you are presented with <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.co.uk/search/label/opportunities" target="_blank">opportunities</a></u>. <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.co.uk/2015/04/small-beginnings.html" target="_blank">Start small</a></u>
and start now and see where your wealth portfolio will be in 8-10 years’ time.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<u><span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Also read</span></u><span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 115%;">: <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2015/06/dignity-of-working.html" target="_blank">The Dignity in Working</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2015/07/dont-waste-your-mind.html" target="_blank">Use Your Mind</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2013/12/start-up-ideas-turn-your-hobby-to.html" target="_blank">Use Your Hobbies</a>, <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2013/12/knowing-your-limitations.html" target="_blank">Overcome Limitations</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2015/02/making-mistakes-and-learning-something.html" target="_blank">Learn from Mistakes</a> and <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2015/03/never-give-up-not-now.html" target="_blank">Never Give Up</a></span><br />
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safe way to double your money is to fold it over once and put it in your
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Frank
Hubbard was right many years ago and is still but, this way is phasing out fast
due to cashless policies, consultant fees, inflation and several financial
indices. Despite all these, <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2014/06/we-all-need-money.html" target="_blank">we all need money</a></u> and desire to double our money
to meet our insatiable needs. So, how do you double your money?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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can double your money in several ways. Investing it is the most reliable way to
double it with less risk of loss due to the earlier mentioned financial
indices. Investing your money will give your returns on investment (ROI) in
short or long term depending on the intended period of investing and investment
vehicle.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><b>1. The Classic Way</b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">This is a slow but steady way to double your money.
It involves investing your money in a diversified portfolio of blue-chip stocks
and also in grade bonds. Although your money will not double immediately (in
one year), it will surely double eventually and begin to give you returns.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">A second way is the zero-coupon bonds. Investing in
these bonds will yield steady interest with the absence of reinvestment <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2015/07/a-letter-to-all-new-entrepreneurs.html" target="_blank">risk</a></u>.
[I believe you know how standard coupon bonds work?]. You don’t have to
reinvest anything if you don’t wish; just double your money and leave.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">While you may find it hard to swallow your meal
after the evening news that predicted your investments in particular stocks or
bonds have depreciated due to certain trends or occurrences, this path seems
best for so many people: investing in a retirement plan. Irrespective of the
name or package; pension fund, 401(k), etc. this is sure, one best way to
investing your money. You contribute and your employer contributes and the
government oversees and manages it.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Don’t venture into any of the above investment
vehicles without adequate knowledge. Endeavor to read more about any you wish
to use to double your money or engage a broker or a financial advisor. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">And, wherever you are over-promised or the promise
is too good to be true, back-pedal and delay; ask more questions, seek more
options and verification. Don’t mind who told you; whether it is your relative
or broker, in-law or on the internet. Be alert to question any of such.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">In all, these are just a start to how you can double
your money with ease and less risk. You can research more options and follow
your guts.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<u><span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Also read</span></u><span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">: <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2011/09/tips-on-how-to-invest-your-money-wisely.html" target="_blank">How to Invest Your Money</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2013/07/the-song-just-start-something.html" target="_blank">Start Something now</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2013/08/two-choices.html" target="_blank">Two Choices to Make</a>,
<a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2014/06/a-good-question-to-ask-yourself.html" target="_blank">A Good Question to Ask</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2013/10/lagos-molue-12-business-lessons-to-learn.html" target="_blank">Learn from Lagos Molue</a> and <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.fr/2015/03/dream-bigger-dare-impossible.html" target="_blank">Dare the Impossible</a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<div class="blogger-post-footer">A blog about success, business, social media, technology, entrepreneurship, and marketing.</div>Mina Angelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09801813020826443512noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5000503511159578264.post-31532649882758147512015-08-11T12:07:00.000-07:002016-06-29T00:51:22.702-07:00BUILDING BUSINESS TRUST<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Nothing
will get you further in business than being known to be trustworthy. </span><br />
<a name='more'></a><span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">While it takes time and effort to build trust,
once you do, it will open up doors and create </span><u style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.co.uk/2013/03/opportunity-inside-difficulty.html" target="_blank">opportunities</a></u><span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"> for you in your
relationships and business. So, how do you build lasting trust?</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">It is
vital that you build a reputation as someone who can be relied upon, as it is
hard to forget when someone has let you down at a crucial moment. Learn not to arrive
late for meetings, keep regular office hours, respond to messages quickly and
complete tasks on or ahead of time. Strive to be known as someone who can be
relied upon for high quality and consistency.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Offer to help colleagues and others prepare well,
create time to always be available for brainstorm sessions and invest whatever
time is necessary to ensure that clients or co-workers are on the same page as you.
Volunteer on committees in your workplace or industry will also establish
trust, even if you are just helping to organize a queue or banners.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">“It's hard to trust someone you know nothing about”
my mentor do tell me. So, make it easier for others to trust you by being a
little more social. Eat your lunch in the staff room instead of at your desk,
go for coffee with colleagues before work or if people are getting together for
a cold drink after work, join them. If you catch the same bus as a co-worker or see a
client at any event, at the very least, say hi!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Don't be afraid to talk about yourself, because
admitting to whom you are will make it easier for others to get to know and
trust you. Include a close-up photo with your online profiles so everyone can
see your face and include a few skills that are unrelated to your profession
(this will prevent you from appearing one dimensional). Hanging a picture of
your partner, your kids or even your dog in your office will further help to
establish you as someone who can be trusted.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Being brought into someone's confidence is a sure
way to build trust. Don't reveal anything that could cause you serious damage
or embarrassment, but if you know of a good trick, tip or </span>short-cut<span style="font-size: 12pt;">, share one
occasionally. Sharing little ideas and secrets that help others save time or money will do the most to build
trust. This has helped me win people’s trust more times than I can remember.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">in conclusion, building trust requires serious commitment and you
need to maintain your efforts, though keep in mind that any relationship based
on trust will always be more meaningful and rewarding. Great partnerships are based
on trust; even marriage.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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share other thoughts. How else do you attract people’s trust in your circles? Share
in the comment section.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<u><span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Also read</span></u><span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">: <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/07/steps-to-stop-complaining.html" target="_blank">Stop Complaining</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2013/12/why-do-people-procrastinate.html" target="_blank">Overcome Procrastination</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2015/07/take-action-and-practice.html" target="_blank">Take Action</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2013/11/creativity-is-worth-millions.html" target="_blank">Be Creative</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2015/07/open-your-mind.html" target="_blank">Use Your Mind</a> and <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2015/03/dream-bigger-dare-impossible.html" target="_blank">Dare the Impossible</a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<div class="blogger-post-footer">A blog about success, business, social media, technology, entrepreneurship, and marketing.</div>Mina Angelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09801813020826443512noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5000503511159578264.post-53101131900774003132015-08-04T12:43:00.000-07:002016-06-29T00:52:02.889-07:0010 THINGS I MEDITATE<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">This is
not a list drawn based on any genre or criteria. It is a list borne out of my
thoughts, habits and goals, both short and long term.</span></div>
<a name='more'></a><span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">They are helping me grow
in life especially on how I treat money, relate with and react to people,
manage my time, pursue my goals and much more.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">1.
ON EARNING:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Never
depend on a single income. <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/06/we-all-need-money.html" target="_blank">We all need money</a></u> and as our needs increase
due to life, family, children and career, we will need even more money. <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/06/other-streams-of-income-why-you-need.html" target="_blank">Multiple streams of income</a></u> give you an easy way to manage. So, strive to create
passive income streams now and reap the benefits in years to come. <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.de/2011/08/think-outside-box.html" target="_blank">Think outside the box</a></u> and <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/07/open-your-mind.html" target="_blank">open your mind</a></u> to new income ideas and consider <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.co.uk/2015/04/small-beginnings.html" target="_blank">small beginnings</a></u>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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ON SPENDING:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">If you
buy things you do not need, soon you will have to sell things you need. Work on
your spending habits and learn budgeting: it will help you to save your money.
Remember, to become financially free, you must hold on to as much money you
earn and spend as less money as you can says Robert Kiyosaki,<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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ON SAVINGS:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Do not
save what is left after spending, but spend what is left after saving. Pay your
tithe first, then pay yourself, next you save some before you start spending.
Saving is the fastest way to a life of investing and growing your hobby into a
business as well.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">4.
ON TAKING RISK:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Never
test the depth of a river with both feet. Always <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.de/2012/04/entrepreneurs-iq.html" target="_blank">test your ideas</a></u> and
research them before <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/07/take-action-and-practice.html" target="_blank">taking actions</a></u>. <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/07/is-entrepreneurship-risky.html" target="_blank">Be risk-averse</a></u> more than
taking risks. But, never risk not taking <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.de/2015/06/how-to-be-bold-and-succeed.html" target="_blank">bold steps</a></u>. Because if you do,
you stand to face the pain of regret as you get older.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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ON INVESTMENT:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Do not
put all eggs in one basket. <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/07/diversify-your-business.html" target="_blank">Diversify your business</a></u> and investments.
However, this is not always the case for business and <u><a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/03/opportunity-inside-difficulty.html" target="_blank">opportunities</a>.</u> The
decision matters according to information, trends and conditions.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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ON EXPECTATIONS:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Honesty
is a very expensive gift. Do not expect it from cheap people. By this, I do not
imply that you should judge people before meeting them, no. I just want you to
be stingy with your expectations; like I mostly do. And this has kept me away
from painful disappointments and disloyalty.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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ON TIMING<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Past is
a waste paper, present is a newspaper, and future is a question paper. Come out
of your past, take charge of your present, and secure your future. Be smart
about how you spend your time for it is the currency of life. Avoid <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.de/2014/03/15-time-wasters-successful-people-avoid.html" target="_blank">time wasters</a></u> and know <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.de/2013/12/why-do-people-procrastinate.html" target="_blank">why people procrastinate</a></u>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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ON CHOICES<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">When
bad things happen in your life, you have three choices. You can either let it
define you, let it destroy you or you can let it strengthen you. <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/01/learn-something-new.html" target="_blank">Learning</a></u>
from <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.de/2015/02/making-mistakes-and-learning-something.html" target="_blank">mistakes</a></u> and experiences will make you become your desired reality.
Endeavor to always make one of <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/08/two-choices.html" target="_blank">two choices</a></u>; for indecision is a choice.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">9.
ÖN FOCUS<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Our
eyes are in the front because it is more important to look ahead than to look
backwards. Looking backwards will bring you disaster: focus all the way. There
will be <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.de/2014/08/some-challenges-facing-family-owned.html" target="_blank">challenges</a></u> and situations, yes there will. But, always remember
that <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/05/i-can.html" target="_blank">you can</a></u> achieve anything you want if only you <u><a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/11/rectitude-keep-believing-in-yourself.html" target="_blank">believe in yourself</a></u> enough, <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.fr/2015/07/take-action-and-practice.html" target="_blank">take action</a></u> and <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.fr/2015/03/dream-bigger-dare-impossible.html" style="text-decoration: underline;" target="_blank">dare the impossible</a>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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ON MISTAKES <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Life is just like learning to ride a bicycle: you
mistake to balance, pedal, look forward, applying the brakes and much more. Do
not be afraid of making <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.de/2015/02/making-mistakes-and-learning-something.html" target="_blank">mistakes</a></u>, for there is no better way of <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/01/learn-something-new.html" target="_blank">learning</a></u>.
And when you mistake, don’t beat yourself so hard. Mistakes also bring about <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/11/creativity-is-worth-millions.html" target="_blank">creativity</a></u>
and <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.de/2015/04/eight-pillars-of-innovation.html" target="_blank">innovations</a></u>.</span><span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">These
are ten things I meditate about. What about you, do you have any list of things
you meditate about? Well, if you don’t have any, why don’t you create one for
yourself now? Try it! I believe it will help you be in charge of your life in
more ways than if without any.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Also
read: <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/04/100-things-leke-taught-me.html" target="_blank">100 Things Leke Taught Me</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/10/five-business-lessons-from-tennis.html" target="_blank">5 Business Lessons from Tennis</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/03/never-give-up-not-now.html" target="_blank">Never Give Up</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/07/dont-waste-your-mind.html" target="_blank">Use Your Mind</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/02/rugged-gigs-what-for.html" target="_blank">9 Gigs for Success</a> and <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2012/10/results-and-excuses-get-real.html" target="_blank">Get Results</a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<div class="blogger-post-footer">A blog about success, business, social media, technology, entrepreneurship, and marketing.</div>Mina Angelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09801813020826443512noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5000503511159578264.post-22257364632519873232015-08-02T23:39:00.000-07:002016-06-29T00:52:25.707-07:009 MEGA TRENDS THAT WILL SHAPE THE FUTURE OF AFRICA<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">Today,
seven of the 10 fastest-growing economies in the world are in Africa </span><br />
<a name='more'></a><span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">and the
continent is increasingly moving more into the global limelight as a promising
investment destination. Despite preconceived risks of investing in turbulent
times and several prevailing challenges, African leaders are pressing on
towards stronger economic diplomacy as well as securing the interest of
Africans, which will be greatly influenced by the following mega trends in years
to come.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">1. Demographics</span></b><span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">Escalating
birth rates and higher life expectancy are rapidly increasing the population of
Africa where, according to the <a href="http://data.unicef.org/gen2030/" target="_blank">UNICEF Generation 2030 Africa report</a>, the current one
billion-plus populous is expected to double within the next 35 years and its
under-18 population to increase by two thirds to almost one billion.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">Unless
governments act quickly and collaborate with private and education sectors
alike, the growing population is going to significantly intensify existing
challenges on creating meaningful job opportunities to address youth
unemployment in each market/country. Related to unemployment levels; larger
populations who will also live longer will continue to challenge social
services and welfare systems.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">2. Rise of the individual</span></b><span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">Advances
in global education, health and technology have helped empower
individuals as never before, leading to increased demands for transparency and
participation in government and public decision-making. These changes will
continue and are ushering in a new era in human history in which, by 2022, more
people will be middle-class than poor.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">3. Enabling technology</span></b><span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">Information
and communication technology (ICT) has transformed society in the past 30
years. A new wave of technological advances is creating novel <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.co.uk/search/label/opportunities" target="_blank">opportunities</a></u>
as well as testing governments’ ability to harness their benefits to provide
prudent oversight.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">4. Economic interconnectedness</span></b><span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">The
interconnected global economy will see a continued increase in the levels of
international trade and capital flows, but unless international conventions can
be strengthened, progress and optimum economic benefits may not be realized.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">5. Public debt</span></b><span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">Public
debt is expected to operate as a significant constraint on fiscal and policy
options through to 2030 and beyond. Governments’ ability to bring debt under
control and find new ways of delivering public services will affect their
capacity to respond to major social, economic and environmental challenges.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">6. Economic power shifts</span></b><span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">Emerging
economies are lifting millions out of poverty while also exerting more
influence in the global economy. With a rebalancing of global power,
international institutions and national governments will need a greater focus
on maintaining their transparency and inclusiveness.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">7. Climate change</span></b><span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">Rising
greenhouses gas emissions are causing climate change and driving a complex mix
of unpredictable changes to the environment while further taxing the resilience
of natural and built systems. Achieving the right combination of adaptation and
mitigation policies will be difficult for most governments.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">8. Resources stress</span></b><span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">The
combined pressures of population growth, economic growth and climate change
will place increased stress on essential natural resources (including water,
good arable land and energy). These issues will place sustainable resource
management at the center of government agendas.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">9. Urbanization</span></b><span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">By 2030,
more than 50% of the population of Africa will be living in cities and over 60%
will be living in cities by 2050. Urbanisation is creating significant
opportunities for social and economic development and more sustainable living
but is also putting pressure on infrastructure and resources,
particularly energy.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">The
pressures of these mega trends will necessitate numerous and varied changes by
African governments. Looking across the individual implications of these mega
trends – both in terms of what and how governments may need to change – key
themes emerge. While it is inevitable that each country will need to determine
the relevance of these changes at a local level, focus should also be given to
articulating and establishing common frameworks towards establishing an
integrated African approach to these mega-trends.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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year, 25 May is celebrated as Africa Day, commemorating the ongoing quest for
unity as well as the political and economic liberation of African people. </span><br />
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independence certainly hasn’t led to political stability and liberation in
every African country – and in some countries there is still a long way to go –
this was a huge turning point in African history. Unfortunately, achieving true
unity remains a challenge as Africa is made up of 55 very different countries –
and all at different levels of liberation. That said, governance is progressing
and, although it will take more time to navigate through all the complexities,
we shouldn’t forsake any movement towards achieving the African Dream of
pan-Africanism.</div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">Today,
seven of the 10 fastest-growing economies in the world are in Africa and the
continent is increasingly moving more into the global limelight as a promising
investment destination – despite preconceived risks of investing in turbulent
times. A significant amount of the growth that is being experienced and enjoyed
in key markets across Africa is as a direct result of governments being able to
successfully implement far-reaching economic and political reforms, thus
creating more conducive business and investment climates.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">The
reality is that effective governance is integral to sustainable economic
development. For instance, the best way to reduce poverty is through continued
economic development, where successful development and economic growth is
dependent on a functioning and responsible government that wants to implement
change for the benefit of its people. To put this into clearer perspective,
while Africa is enjoying a continuous flow of foreign direct investment (FDI),
it needs to be noted that it is domestic investment that fuels national
economies, and increasing inter-African trade will make Africa more globally
competitive.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">While
both of these aspects are well accepted throughout the continent, there are
still too many barriers in the face of political will to make changes towards
economic integration. These challenges, however, shouldn’t discourage Africa’s
political leaders (it should be noted that it took Europe a long time to
establish the European Union). What is needed is stronger economic diplomacy to
look after African interests, which in the coming 15 years will likely be
influenced by at least one, if not all (and simultaneously), of the <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.co.uk/2015/08/9-mega-trends-that-will-shape-future-of.html" target="_blank">9 mega trends</a></u> that are expected to have the greatest impact
on governments and citizens, alike, to 2030.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , sans-serif;">Also read</span></b><span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , sans-serif;">: <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/07/fostering-entrepreneurship-lagos-ranks.html" target="_blank">Lagos is Ranked 5th</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014_11_01_archive.html" target="_blank">Nigeria is rated higher Doing Business</a>,
<a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/07/three-south-african-teenage-girls.html" target="_blank">Three South Africans Build Private Satellite</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/11/femi-otedola-man-of-courage-tenacity.html" target="_blank">African Billionaire that Bounced Back</a> and <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.co.uk/2015/07/akon-in-lagos.html" target="_blank">Akon in Lagos</a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">I never
knew life can be likened to sports till I started thinking deeply in recent
years.</span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">Do you know that life is like a juggling act? You juggle your family commitments, friendships,
work, career, schooling and religious commitments while at the same time trying
to fit in sports, hobbies, adventures, fun and the occasional trip to the
cinema. How are you supposed to add ‘starting and running a business’
into all of this? After all, there are only so many hours in a day.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">This is
a common <s>juggle</s> struggle that holds many people back from starting
something new. It just doesn’t seem to be enough time or energy to add
any more activity to the above – even if the desire is there. But, it is
possible and achievable and has been done by many before. So, how did they do
it? How can someone throw another ball into a juggle like the one above? Find
out for yourself.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">1. Set realistic expectations</span></b><span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">It is
not realistic to become instantly successful, wealthy or rich. These things
rarely happen overnight. If you are at the very beginning of something, set
aside time to learn and be prepared for lots of <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2015/02/making-mistakes-and-learning-something.html" target="_blank">mistakes</a></u> and learning.
This is true for almost anything. Actors will tell of their years of
rejection, years of cultivating their craft, before hitting it big and ‘making
it look easy’. Comedians too have similar stories and <u><a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2015/07/a-letter-to-all-new-entrepreneurs.html" target="_blank">entrepreneurs</a></u>;
even <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2015/07/richard-branson-how-to-start-business.html" target="_blank">Sir Richard Branson</a></u>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">2. Be prepared to make some sacrifices</span></b><span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">There
are lots of exciting stories out there from Zerox to Microsoft, FaceBook to EBay,
<u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2015/04/eight-pillars-of-innovation.html" target="_blank">Google</a></u> to Silicon Valley, and many more. The truth is that all these
businesses did not make profit before paying the price: they sacrificed several
hours and missed out on lots of fun, adventures and gatherings. Many
young entrepreneurs wake up early and have already answered 20 emails and dealt
with several business decisions before their friends and peers have heard the
alarm clock ring. Juggling takes some effort and energy, and sacrifice to
be sustained. Get up and get out there.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">3. Consider starting something you are already
interested or involved in</span></b><span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">This is
where I bring in <u><a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2013/03/discover-your-passions.html" target="_blank">passion</a></u>, interest, family crafts and <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2014/05/talent.html" target="_blank">talent</a></u>.
What are you interested in: Sports, video games, painting, baby-sitting? Are
you already training for something? Are you studying a topic or course
that can put you ahead? In my article <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2013/12/start-up-ideas-hobby-or-real_16.html" target="_blank">How to turn hobbies into business</a>,</u>
I shared some valuable examples that you can learn from. Remember, if you are
not interested or into it before, you might rethink and quit when challenges
arise.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">Here is
a life-long skill that you must learn and master in order to add more balls to
your mix: effective time management. Things don’t get easier to juggle as you
move through the <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2013/06/3-seasons-2-actions-1-desire.html" target="_blank">seasons of life</a></u>: growing up, marry, have children,
build a home, sustain your career, etc. So, learning how to set your priorities
and use time wisely is essential to continue juggling.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">Learn to
divide your life into sections: School, friends, family, work, business
and fun. Get a diary so you can keep track of everything you need to do
and prioritize. You can use a smart phone for this now, but a pen and paper
version is still more ideal especially writing next to dates. Each
morning, take a look at whom or what needs attention and do the most important
things first. Weekly review what you accomplish, what you still need to
accomplish and set new priorities. Sometimes you will need to spend more
time revising for a test, so you will have less time to manage some aspects of
the business that week. Other times you’ll invest more time in the
business.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">5. Locate good partners</span></b><span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">As your business
begins to grow, locate and bring in <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2014/04/5-ways-to-meet-business-partner.html" target="_blank">partners</a></u> to help you out while you
maintain your balance. Get good hands in your family and among your friends
that can help you get more done. It’s important to not just let go of
responsibility, but to carefully consider what work you can share, and with
whom. For many young entrepreneurs I know, they enlisted the help of younger
siblings and friends with related interest, knowledge and drive to take on
extra jobs such as sales representative, book keeping or customer care service
for start for a token of their profits.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">6. Don’t forget to rest!</span></b><span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">Rest is
a good recipe for long life in health. You must set realistic goals that will
allow you rest. Nothing was built by the snap of the fingers: everything takes
time. So, grow the business over time and endeavor to rest adequately to enable
you continue to sustain your juggle. Remember, if you burn and churn yourself
out – everything will come down: family, friends, work, career, religious
commitments, sports, hobbies, adventures and fun. Know your mind and body
and know when it’s time to just shut everything down and go to bed. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">In all,
have a good laugh with mates whenever you can, don’t take yourself too
seriously and make time to be silly every once in a while. Keep it real,
simple and fresh. <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2015/03/never-give-up-not-now.html" target="_blank">Never give up</a></u> and learn to <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2014/11/do-more.html" target="_blank">always do more</a></u>. <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/11/rectitude-keep-believing-in-yourself.html" target="_blank">Believe in yourself</a></u>, be persistent and strive for excellence. <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2015/05/i-can.html" target="_blank">You can do it</a></u>. You can <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2013/11/how-thoughts-become-things.html" target="_blank">become what you think</a></u> about. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , sans-serif;">Also read: <o:p></o:p></span><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.nl/2015/06/why-do-people-complain.html" style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 115%;" target="_blank">Stop Complaining</a><span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 115%;">, </span><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.nl/2012/03/self-motivation-gist.html" style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 115%;" target="_blank">Stay Motivated</a><span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 115%;">, </span><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.nl/2013/11/creativity-is-worth-millions.html" style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 115%;" target="_blank">Be Creative</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2013/07/the-song-just-start-something.html" target="_blank">Start Something</a><span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 115%;">, </span><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.nl/2015/07/open-your-mind.html" style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 115%;" target="_blank">Use Your Mind</a><span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 115%;"> and </span><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.nl/2015/05/a-pattern-that-yields.html" style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 115%;" target="_blank">The Patterns that Yield</a></div>
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continent of Africa is a place of vast opportunities embedded in challenges and
poverty.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">According to the World Bank, almost half of Africa’s countries have
attained middle-income status and even growing. However, the continent is being
threatened by fluctuating commodity prices, youth unemployment, competitiveness,
lack of infrastructure, underdevelopment and many more. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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are 7 quotes I feel you should know from some participants at the 2015
World Economic Forum on Africa. Digest and enjoy. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">“Infrastructure
is a big issue... For example, to sell products in Nigeria, it is cheaper to
have them come in from Vietnam now days than to have them come in from Ghana
next door. So you have to make these markets function to be very efficient.”<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">– Paul
Polman<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">CEO
of Unilever<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">"When
you look at the challenges and opportunities that Africa faces, it is very
clear that these challenges cannot be addressed and resolved by any single
entity or by any single organization. What we have realized over the years is
that partnerships between government, civil society, and the private sector are
critical to addressing the many challenges that we face." <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">–
Nathan Kalumbu<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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for Eurasia and Africa group of Coca-Cola Company<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">“The
export of oil, the export of minerals, will for many decades continue to be a
critical part for the growth of African economies. The emphasis is on
diversification. We have for many years – not just in South Africa but in many
parts of the continent – spoken about beneficiation. And I think part of the
secret, in relation to beneficiation, is you have got to make it attractive,
profitable for the private sector – and it will take off. You may have to look
at mechanisms like tax concessions... You will not have to worry about
beneficiation if it makes commercial sense.”<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">– Patrice Motsepe<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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of African Rainbow Minerals</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">“I
think that a mistake that we make is to assume that informality means
illegitimate. These are legitimate activities that people are engaging in. What
we have tried to do is just formalise them.”<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Amissah-Arthur<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">"What
is concerning is that work in the informal sector is characterised by
vulnerability, low wages and no rights. So it is not the way that we lift people
out of poverty in Africa." <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Winnie Byanyima<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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director of Oxfam International</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">“The continent
suffers from a severe deficit of infrastructure... It is also true that we have
amongst the lowest investment to GDP ratios amongst all the regions, at about
22%, which suggests that there are huge opportunities to execute projects and
investments that are developmental in nature, but give rise to returns that
adequately remunerate those that are willing to take risk on those projects.” <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Tshabalala<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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CEO of Standard Bank Group</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">"I
would say the biggest opportunity for Africa on the sustainable business front
is to leverage the digital revolution, and to align the digital revolution with
this concept of shared-value and better outcomes for consumers and citizens on
some of these challenging social governance and environmental issues. Because
we are seeing extraordinary disruption and opportunities to reinvent business
models, reinvent the way we deliver public services, reinvent so many
industries. The real opportunity is to harness that for both commercial gain,
but also the greater good." <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Lacy<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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managing director of Accenture Strategy<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<div class="blogger-post-footer">A blog about success, business, social media, technology, entrepreneurship, and marketing.</div>Mina Angelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09801813020826443512noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5000503511159578264.post-43942149334773365002015-07-19T18:55:00.000-07:002016-06-29T01:07:11.371-07:00WHAT WILL BE WILL BE <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">Do you
know you can really influence your life and future?</span></div>
<a name='more'></a><o:p></o:p><br />
<div style="text-align: justify;">
<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">I knew
but it dawned on me again recently hence; I felt a need to share this. I was
having a chat with someone I bumped into last week and I got a feeling time
does not change people. It is <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.fr/2013/08/two-choices.html" target="_blank">choice</a></u> that changes people. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";"><br /></span></div>
<div style="text-align: justify;">
<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">While chatting
with this lady, she kept on <u><a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/07/steps-to-stop-complaining.html" target="_blank">complaining</a></u> and stressing on the fact that
her background is slowly robbing her off a great future. So, I calmed her down
and told her to learn to use her mind and take certain bold steps in the
pursuit of her <u><a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/11/dreams-do-come-true.html" target="_blank">dreams</a></u> and <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.fr/2013/03/discover-your-passions.html" target="_blank">passion</a></u>. I told her she can overcome
her <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.co.uk/2013/12/knowing-your-limitations.html" target="_blank">limitations</a></u> and become <u><a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/06/life-and-excellence.html" target="_blank">excellent</a></u>. But she is so strong-willed
about “what will be will be” I was shocked.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";"><br /></span></div>
<div style="text-align: justify;">
<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">I know
that there are certainly times when we feel strongly that we cannot do anything
to change our situation but, it’s dangerous to apply this <u><a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2015/07/my-attitude.html" target="_blank">attitude</a></u>
to our entire lives – what will be will be. If we do, we become subject to
the perils of apathy. We begin to accept things in our lives as they
are and not as they should be or even as we want them to be.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";"><br /></span></div>
<div style="text-align: justify;">
<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">We lose
the <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.de/2012/03/self-motivation-gist.html" target="_blank">motivation</a></u> to <u><a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2015/07/take-action-and-practice.html" target="_blank">take action</a></u> and the determination to
persevere through to the other side. We don’t <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.co.uk/2015/03/dream-bigger-dare-impossible.html" target="_blank">dare anything</a></u>, seldom <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.de/2015/01/learn-something-new.html" target="_blank">learn anything</a></u> and hardly recognize <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.co.uk/2013/03/opportunity-inside-difficulty.html" target="_blank">opportunities</a></u> even when they show up
at our door step. We do as we like and not as we should. We take the easy road,
not the road that leads to a preferred future. The outcome being we end up
settling for so much less when we can achieve so much more. Friend, you can <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/11/do-more.html" target="_blank">do more</a></u>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";"><br /></span></div>
<div style="text-align: justify;">
<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">I
believe that everyone have the will and ability to radically influence his/her
future through the <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.fr/2013/08/two-choices.html" target="_blank">choices</a></u> we make. For example, if you
desire to be fit and healthy, you can either choose to eat right and exercise
or, to sit on the couch and eat all you want. If you desire financial
freedom to live your <u><a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2013/11/dreams-do-come-true.html" target="_blank">dreams</a></u>, you can either seek out <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.co.uk/2013/03/opportunity-inside-difficulty.html" target="_blank">opportunities</a></u>
to build wealth or live from salary to salary. If you long to pursue your
<u><a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/11/dreams-do-come-true.html" target="_blank">dreams</a></u> and live your <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.fr/2013/03/discover-your-passions.html" target="_blank">passion</a></u>, you can <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/05/stop-standing-still.html" target="_blank">step out</a></u> of your
comfort zone and <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.de/2013/07/the-song-just-start-something.html" target="_blank">start something</a></u>. I really want you to get the picture
of contrasting choices.</span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";"><br /></span></div>
<div style="text-align: justify;">
<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";"><o:p></o:p></span><span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">Some
people claim that our future is not entirely up to us; I agree but, our
response is. We are the architects of our individual lives. We can either
settle for less, for whatever will be or we can decide we want more. We can begin
to <u><a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/07/dont-waste-your-mind.html" target="_blank">use our minds</a></u>, <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.de/2011/08/think-outside-box.html" target="_blank">think outside the box</a></u>, <u><a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2015/07/take-action-and-practice.html" target="_blank">take steps</a></u>, <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/11/do-more.html" target="_blank">do more</a></u> and expect desired outcomes. It all starts in <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/07/open-your-mind.html" target="_blank">our minds</a></u>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";"><br /></span></div>
<div style="text-align: justify;">
<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">I have
always said that <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/11/how-thoughts-become-things.html" target="_blank">thoughts become things</a></u> and you are a product of your
thoughts. You will become the things you think the most so be positive about
your thoughts. Don’t forget, the Law of Attraction also work like that. If you
send out positive vibes, you will receive positive outcomes and vice versa.
Take charge of your thoughts. Stop giving charge to the <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.co.uk/2015/05/status-quo-enemy-of-change.html" target="_blank">status quo</a></u> by
allowing “what will be will be:” <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.co.uk/2015/05/challenging-your-status-quo.html" target="_blank">challenge the status quo</a></u> and get what
you want to be. <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/01/make-things-happen.html" target="_blank"><u>You can do it</u>!</a> <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/11/rectitude-keep-believing-in-yourself.html" target="_blank">Believe in yourself!!</a><o:p></o:p></u></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , sans-serif;">Also read</span></b><span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , sans-serif;">: <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/07/steps-to-stop-complaining.html" target="_blank">How to Stop Complaining</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.fr/2013/12/why-do-people-procrastinate.html" target="_blank">Overcome Procrastination</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.de/2012/03/self-motivation-gist.html" target="_blank">Stay Motivated</a>,<span class="apple-converted-space"> <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/11/creativity-is-worth-millions.html" target="_blank">Be Creative</a>, <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/07/dont-waste-your-mind.html" target="_blank">Use Your Mind</a>
and <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/05/a-pattern-that-yields.html" target="_blank">The Patterns that Yield</a></span> <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<div class="blogger-post-footer">A blog about success, business, social media, technology, entrepreneurship, and marketing.</div>Mina Angelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09801813020826443512noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5000503511159578264.post-6417335902112593452015-07-19T18:12:00.001-07:002015-07-19T18:14:56.638-07:00YOU ARE WHAT YOU STAND FOR<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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old saying is really true: if you don’t stand for something, you’ll fall for
anything. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Be a person who has strong values, and then stick to those values. Courage
isn’t something you see only in Bruce Willis movies. It’s a down-to-earth
virtue that men need in order to be good husbands, fathers, and citizens. If
you believe in something, sooner or later that belief will be challenged. That’s
where courage comes in.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Courage
is telling the truth when company profits are on the line. Courage is providing
for your family by going to work every day, even when you don’t feel like
going. Courage is raising positive kids in a negative world. Courage is being a
man of God in a world that scoffs at faith and values. Courage is standing for
what’s right, even when it’s not popular.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Who is
the most courageous man I know? He’s the guy who lives his faith, no matter
what: He’s the <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/11/femi-otedola-man-of-courage-tenacity.html" target="_blank">billionaire that bounced</a></u>: The man that takes bold
steps and <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.co.uk/2015/03/dream-bigger-dare-impossible.html" target="_blank">dare the impossible</a></u>. He’s the man <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.de/2011/08/think-outside-box.html" style="text-decoration: underline;" target="_blank">thinks outside the box</a>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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what you stand for.”<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<div class="blogger-post-footer">A blog about success, business, social media, technology, entrepreneurship, and marketing.</div>Mina Angelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09801813020826443512noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5000503511159578264.post-63154763310350796262015-07-15T19:49:00.000-07:002015-07-15T19:49:39.095-07:00FOSTERING ENTREPRENEURSHIP: LAGOS RANKS 5TH IN THE WORLD<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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here is more good news. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Lagos State has ranked 5th Worldwide for fostering <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.co.uk/search/label/business" target="_blank">Entrepreneurship</a> in the 2015
Youthful Cities Index.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Youthful Cities Index gathers data from 55 cities worldwide, and considers 22
attributes which contribute to making a city youthful, ranging from education
and employment, to music and nightlife. One of the indicators considered
is entrepreneurship, measuring the extent to which entrepreneurial culture is
fostered in a city.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Of the
55 cities examined worldwide, Nigeria’s Lagos ranked fifth in terms of the
entrepreneurship ratings. In order, Johannesburg, Accra, Durban, Nairobi,
Dar es Salaam, Casablanca and Cairo all received ratings of 2.5 out of 10 and
below for the entrepreneurship attribute.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">However,
African cities did perform well on a drill down of the entrepreneurship
indicator. For example, Casablanca rates third in the world for the age at
which it is possible to register a business. In terms of total early stage
entrepreneurial activity, Lagos ranked first worldwide, and Dar es Salaam
ranked third.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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access was also an attribute included in the index, measuring the level of WiFi
accessibility at various everyday locations in cities, the level of mobile
phone infrastructure development, as well as the cost of internet and mobile
phone minutes. African cities performed badly in terms of digital access, with
most rated below 4 out of 10 in this attribute. Only Lagos and Cairo were
higher, at 5 out of 10.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">In the
overall “<b>youthfulness</b>” rankings considering all 22 attributes,
Johannesburg was the highest ranking African city, listed as the world’s 35th
most youthful city. Casablanca ranked at 44, Durban at 47, Cairo at 48,
Lagos at 49, Nairobi at 51, Dar es Salaam at 53, and Accra ranked 55th.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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world’s top three most youthful cities were named as New York, London and Berlin.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Naija Options is proud of Lagos and wishes more work to be done to beat this record by 2016. Eko o ni baje o!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif;">Dear
friend, do you see entrepreneurship as risky?</span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif;">Is
the pursuit of <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.fr/2013/11/dreams-do-come-true.html" target="_blank">dreams</a></u>, <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.fr/2013/03/discover-your-passions.html" target="_blank">passions</a></u> and <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.fr/2015/06/life-and-excellence.html" target="_blank">life</a></u> risky? I don’t
think so. I think standing still, procrastinating and not using your mind is
what is risky: you might say that is my opinion. But, why do people see
entrepreneurship as risky?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif;">Entrepreneurship
has been labeled as one of the riskiest of all professions out there due to the
number of start-ups that fail every year and the number of <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.fr/2015/07/a-letter-to-all-new-entrepreneurs.html" target="_blank">entrepreneurs</a></u>
who lose parts or everything that they invested into the ideas that failed. <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.fr/2015/07/a-letter-to-all-new-entrepreneurs.html" target="_blank">Entrepreneurs</a></u>
are seen as risk-takers who will to put it all on the line with hopes of <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.fr/2014/06/risks-and-rewards-of-entrepreneurship.html" target="_blank">rewards</a></u>
someday.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif;">However,
another perspective of <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.fr/2015/07/a-letter-to-all-new-entrepreneurs.html" target="_blank">entrepreneurs</a></u> is that they are actually risk-averse,
who by mitigating risk, increase their probability of success with their new
ventures. This can be said because most successful entrepreneurs succeeded
because they took calculated risk and because of their risk-aversion, not their
risk-taking.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif;">Entrepreneurship,
for many, is not just about receiving a big pay out one day when their start-up
goes public: it is about following a <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.fr/2013/03/discover-your-passions.html" target="_blank">passion</a></u>, about doing what
they want, and ultimately leading a <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.fr/2015/06/life-and-excellence.html" target="_blank">life</a></u> that leaves them satisfied. Is
following one’s passions a risky pursuit? No. Theodore Roosevelt once said "Far
better is it to dare mighty things, to win glorious triumphs even though
checkered by failure than to rank with those poor spirits who neither enjoy nor
suffer much because they live in the gray twilight that knows neither victory
nor defeat.” <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.fr/2015/07/take-action-and-practice.html" target="_blank">Action</a></u>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif;">Perhaps
it is our innate sense of risk-aversion, <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.fr/2013/12/why-do-people-procrastinate.html" target="_blank">procrastination</a></u> and fear of
failure that prevent many from pursuing entrepreneurial ventures. Entrepreneurship
doesn't need to be risky: you don't need to sink millions into a non-viable
idea. Entrepreneurship truly is aligning your <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.fr/2013/03/discover-your-passions.html" target="_blank">passions</a></u> with being able
to fulfil a need in a market and doing it in a way that mitigates your
business risk. Always <u><a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.fr/2013/04/idea-equalizer_17.html" target="_blank">test your idea</a></u> before investing money into it.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif;">The
<u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.fr/2013/06/3-seasons-2-actions-1-desire.html" target="_blank">seasons of life</a></u> offers us all <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.co.uk/search/label/opportunities" target="_blank">opportunities</a></u> to pursue our <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.fr/2013/03/discover-your-passions.html" target="_blank">passions</a></u>
and <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.fr/2013/11/dreams-do-come-true.html" target="_blank">dreams</a></u>. <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.fr/2015/03/dream-bigger-dare-impossible.html" target="_blank">Dare</a></u> as much as you can in the afternoon season so
that you can reflect <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.fr/2015/04/every-story.html" target="_blank">your story</a></u> with relief about taking <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.fr/2015/06/how-to-be-bold-and-succeed.html" target="_blank">bold steps</a></u>
later on. Or, you will shake your head in regret due to <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.fr/2013/12/why-do-people-procrastinate.html" target="_blank">procrastination</a></u>
and refusal to <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.fr/2015/07/dont-waste-your-mind.html" target="_blank">use your mind</a></u>. Make <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.fr/2013/08/two-choices.html" target="_blank">your choice</a></u>. I believe it is
riskier to reflect later in <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.fr/2015/06/life-and-excellence.html" target="_blank">life</a></u> with regret for not trying. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="background: white; font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif;">Also read:</span></b><span style="background: white; font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif;"> <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/07/take-action-and-practice.html" target="_blank">Take Action and Practice</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/07/dont-waste-your-mind.html" target="_blank">Use your mind</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/03/never-give-up-not-now.html" target="_blank">Never Give Up</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.co.uk/2015/04/small-beginnings.html" target="_blank">Start Small</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.fr/2014/11/setbacks-to-achieving-goals.html" target="_blank">Overcome Setbacks</a> and <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.fr/2013/11/sex-and-business.html" target="_blank">Business Drive</a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<div class="blogger-post-footer">A blog about success, business, social media, technology, entrepreneurship, and marketing.</div>Mina Angelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09801813020826443512noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5000503511159578264.post-28861212268341960392015-07-13T18:38:00.000-07:002015-07-13T18:38:35.846-07:00MY ATTITUDE<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">But, never ask for a lighter rain, just pray to God for a better umbrella. That is the attitude!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Life is not about finding the right person, but creating the right relationship. It's not how we care in the beginning, but how much we care till the very end. </span><span style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 18.2000007629395px;">Some people always throw stones in your path. It depends on what you make with them; a Wall or a Bridge? - Remember you are the architect of your life.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Search for a good heart, but don't search for a beautiful face, because beautiful things are not always good, but good things are always beautiful. </span><span style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 18.2000007629395px;">It’s not important to hold all the good cards in life, but it’s important how well you play with the cards you hold.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Often when we lose all hope and think this is the end. At this point, remember God and pray: it’s just a bend, not the end. </span><span style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 18.2000007629395px;">Have faith and have a successful life.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">One of the basic differences between God and humans is, God gives, gives and forgives. But human gets, gets, gets and forgets. Be thankful in life. </span><span style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 18.2000007629395px;">If you believe it is your alarm clock that woke you up this morning, try putting it beside a dead body and you will realize that it is the Grace of God that woke you up.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 18.2000007629395px; text-align: justify;">If you are grateful to God for who and where you are, then do an act to prove it. </span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 18.2000007629395px; text-align: justify;">Say “Thank you Lord for life."</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Lucida Sans Unicode, sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 18.2000007629395px;">Being grateful to God and nature is an attitude I hold strong. What about you, what attitude do you hold strong? Comment and share.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Lucida Sans Unicode, sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 18.2000007629395px;"><b>Also read:</b> <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/07/take-action-and-practice.html" target="_blank">Take Action and Practice</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/07/dont-waste-your-mind.html" target="_blank">Use your mind</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/03/never-give-up-not-now.html" target="_blank">Never Give Up</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/06/3-seasons-2-actions-1-desire.html" target="_blank">3 Seasons of Life</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/07/please-read-touching-story.html" target="_blank">A Touching Story</a> and <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/04/every-story.html" target="_blank">Every Story</a></span></span></div>
<div class="blogger-post-footer">A blog about success, business, social media, technology, entrepreneurship, and marketing.</div>Mina Angelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09801813020826443512noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5000503511159578264.post-4222377320396820262015-07-13T18:01:00.002-07:002015-07-13T18:01:45.268-07:00TAKE ACTION AND PRACTICE<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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orientation is one of the characteristics of exceptional leadership. Actions
determine <u><a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2012/10/results-and-excuses-get-real.html" target="_blank">results</a></u>. Practice doesn't make perfect, but permanence. <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.nl/2015/05/a-pattern-that-yields.html" target="_blank">Principles</a></u>
are not given to be admired, but to be applied. Knowledge without application
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is not what you know, but what you do with what you know. Great leaders are
remembered not for what they said or thought but, for what they did. The
difference is not in the knowing, but in the doing. The key to prosperity is
action. Remember, the Bible says "whatsoever he does shall prosper."<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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is not for confession but for mental assimilation and practical application. Information
without application leads to mental constipation. Knowledge with application
leads to life transformation. The time to take <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/06/how-to-be-bold-and-succeed.html" target="_blank">inspired action</a></u> is now!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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now on that information. Practice! Do something, <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/07/the-song-just-start-something.html" target="_blank">start something</a></u>: don't
just say something or think something. There is genius in action; take it
further and practice. <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/05/i-can.html" target="_blank">You can do it</a></u>. You can <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/11/how-thoughts-become-things.html" target="_blank">become it</a></u>. You can
receive it. Just <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/11/rectitude-keep-believing-in-yourself.html" target="_blank">believe yourself</a></u>, believe it and practice.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri;">Also read</span></b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri;">: <o:p></o:p></span><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2015/07/steps-to-stop-complaining.html" style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;" target="_blank">Stop Complaining</a><span style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">, </span><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2013/12/why-do-people-procrastinate.html" style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;" target="_blank">Overcome Procrastination</a><span style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">, </span><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.nl/2013/07/the-song-just-start-something.html" style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;" target="_blank">Start Something</a><span style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">, </span><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2012/03/self-motivation-gist.html" style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;" target="_blank">Stay Motivated</a><span style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">, </span><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2013/11/creativity-is-worth-millions.html" style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;" target="_blank">Be Creative</a><span style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"> and </span><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2015/07/dont-waste-your-mind.html" style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;" target="_blank">Use Your Mind</a></div>
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<i><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri; mso-fareast-language: EN-US;">Follow us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/Naijaoption">facebook</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/naijaoptions">twitter</a>, <a href="https://plus.google.com/u/0/">google+</a> and <a href="http://www.pinterest.com/pin/448108231646820917/">pinterest</a>. </span></i><div class="blogger-post-footer">A blog about success, business, social media, technology, entrepreneurship, and marketing.</div>Mina Angelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09801813020826443512noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5000503511159578264.post-9403775483248869022015-07-12T20:06:00.000-07:002015-07-12T20:06:27.911-07:00A LETTER TO ALL NEW ENTREPRENEURS<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">The very fact
that you're reading this suggests that you're at least considering setting up a
business on your own or you are in one already.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Setting up in
business is an adventure, and like all adventures it involves a lot of hard
work and a good measure of <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/06/risks-and-rewards-of-entrepreneurship.html" target="_blank">risk</a></u> (both financial and reputational). So, I
suggest you take the <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.de/2012/04/entrepreneurs-iq.html" target="_blank">Entrepreneurs Test</a></u> before moving on. Be honest and
reasonable to yourself.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Welcome back!
Having taken the test, let us have the basics of <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/07/richard-branson-how-to-start-business.html" target="_blank">starting a business</a></u>:
you need <u><a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2013/12/start-up-ideas-hobby-or-real_16.html" target="_blank">an idea</a></u>, focus, <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2013/03/discover-your-passions.html" target="_blank">passion</a></u>, <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/11/sex-and-business.html" target="_blank">drive</a></u> and <u><a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2015/05/the-people-in-your-life.html" target="_blank">people</a></u>.
You need to <u><a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/11/rectitude-keep-believing-in-yourself.html" target="_blank">believe in yourself</a></u> and convince yourself that <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.co.uk/2015/05/i-can.html" target="_blank">you can</a></u>:
<u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.co.uk/2015/04/small-beginnings.html" target="_blank">start small</a></u> and grow your business. And you must know <u><a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2012/12/reasons-why-first-time-entrepreneurs.html" target="_blank">why young entrepreneurs fail</a></u>. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">However, knowing
the above does not remove the <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.de/2014/06/risks-and-rewards-of-entrepreneurship.html" target="_blank">risks</a></u> and <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.de/2014/08/some-challenges-facing-family-owned.html" target="_blank">challenges</a></u> entrepreneurs
face. Even <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.de/2014/08/some-challenges-facing-family-owned.html" target="_blank">family businesses</a></u> face challenges. You must <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.de/2014/02/plan-ahead.html" target="_blank">plan ahead</a></u>
and <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.de/2015/06/how-to-be-bold-and-succeed.html" target="_blank">take bold steps</a></u>. Business <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.de/2014/08/business-success-is-so-simple.html" target="_blank">success is simple</a></u> if you stick to
the <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.de/2015/05/a-pattern-that-yields.html" target="_blank">patterns that yield</a></u> <u><a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.de/2012/10/results-and-excuses-get-real.html" target="_blank">results</a></u> and overcome as much <u><a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.de/2013/12/knowing-your-limitations.html" target="_blank">limitations</a></u>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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and continue <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.de/2015/01/learn-something-new.html" target="_blank">learning</a></u>, especially from poor decisions and <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.de/2015/02/making-mistakes-and-learning-something.html" target="_blank">mistakes</a></u>.
You need <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.de/2015/07/patience-and-persistence.html" target="_blank">persistence</a></u>, in the early stages and from time to time, visit
the <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.de/2014/04/100-things-leke-taught-me.html" target="_blank">100 things Leke taught me</a></u> for guide. Sustain your <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.de/2014/07/8-tips-for-developing-loyal-customers.html" target="_blank">loyal customers</a></u>
and manage the <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.de/2014/07/managing-angry-customersan.html" target="_blank">angry ones</a></u> properly so they won’t become bad vibes. Keep records
and <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.de/2014/07/business-creating-culture-of.html" target="_blank">complete accounts</a></u>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Remember to
have online presence. Learn <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.de/2015/06/5-social-media-tips-for-small-businesses.html" target="_blank">simple social media tips</a></u> and <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.de/2015/07/how-social-media-affects-business.html" target="_blank">how social media affects business</a></u> industries today. Be swift about these so you don’t
get stuck with the <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.de/2014/03/15-time-wasters-successful-people-avoid.html" target="_blank">time wasters</a></u> successful entrepreneurs avoid. Explore
Google <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.de/2015/04/eight-pillars-of-innovation.html" target="_blank">innovations</a></u> for cues you can use effectively; they will help you.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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balance all these with your business plan, launch (if you must) and
start getting seen. <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.de/2013/12/why-do-people-procrastinate.html" target="_blank">Don’t procrastinate</a></u> any of the steps above and
always <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.de/2015/04/why-i-write-things-down.html" target="_blank">write things down</a></u>; they will help you to innovate and grow. Vie
to be <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.de/2015/06/life-and-excellence.html" target="_blank">excellent</a></u>, be consistent and always <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.de/2015/03/dream-bigger-dare-impossible.html" target="_blank">dare</a></u> when necessary.
You will succeed! Don’t forget: “It is not what you know that count but, what
you do with what you know” – <b>Sam Adeyemi</b>. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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read</span></b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">:
<a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.de/2013/11/rectitude-keep-believing-in-yourself.html" target="_blank">Believe in Yourself</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.de/2014/09/do-today-save-tomorrow.html" target="_blank">Save Tomorrow</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.de/2013/12/why-do-people-procrastinate.html" target="_blank">Don't Procrastinate</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.de/2012/03/self-motivation-gist.html" target="_blank">Stay Motivated</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.de/2011/08/think-outside-box.html" target="_blank">Think Outside the Box</a> and <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.de/2013/07/the-song-just-start-something.html" target="_blank">Just Start Something</a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Business survival is getting
stiffer by the day, especially for <u><a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2015/07/richard-branson-how-to-start-business.html" target="_blank">start-ups</a></u> and SMEs. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">It is becoming
more common for businesses to offer more than one unrelated product or service
in order to survive, achieve and grow in the marketplace. This allows a
business to expand on its potentials, gain entry into new markets and build on
its network, contacts and relationships. The possible downside is: having to
learn or acquire new skills, invest in training, go into partnership and of
course expenditure.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">There is so much choice in the
marketplace with all companies battling for a place in consumers' minds, by way
of branding, recognition and or sales. This has become more difficult as
presence is widely gained through the use of <u><a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2015/06/5-social-media-tips-for-small-businesses.html" target="_blank">social media</a></u>. Therefore
knowing how, when and who to target takes time to work out unless some big
bucks are thrown at a good SEO company to analyze and produce results.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Divulging into new areas brings
new experiences and <u><a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2013/03/opportunity-inside-difficulty.html" target="_blank">opportunities</a></u>. Customer base also expands and allows
any business to introduce new and previous <u><a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2014/07/8-tips-for-developing-loyal-customers.html" target="_blank">customers</a></u> to all its
products/services. Nothing in business comes without risk and therefore <u><a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2013/12/start-up-ideas-hobby-or-real_16.html" target="_blank">anyidea</a></u> or project would need to be researched, <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2014/02/plan-ahead.html" target="_blank">planned</a></u>, piloted, <u><a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2013/04/idea-equalizer_17.html" target="_blank">tested</a></u>
and measured.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Implementing new ideas means <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2014/09/coping-with-change.html" target="_blank">change</a></u>
which needs to also be managed in a way that it does not prevent the current
business from faltering. <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2014/09/coping-with-change.html" target="_blank">Change</a></u> needs to happen gradually, especially
when there are staff, partners, third party agents, etc. to consider. <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2014/09/coping-with-change.html" target="_blank">Change</a></u>
is usually from the top down so may need adaptations or revisions to business
models, strategies and or procedures.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">It is also important to source
the right resources in order to <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.nl/2013/01/make-things-happen.html" target="_blank">make things happen</a></u> successfully. A
business should look at what resources are to hand firstly, what other
businesses they currently partner with and trust. Review how contacts have
worked in the past, their success and delivery rates and also whether they can
also commit to your project, knowing the expectations that the business
requires.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Diversifying could in turn
bring greater revenue with <u><a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2014/07/8-tips-for-developing-loyal-customers.html" target="_blank">customers</a></u> who wish to purchase more than one
product/service therefore; achieving the full growth potential. Businesses can
then start to see their business multiply and a greater reputation and place
within the marketplace.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Lucida Sans Unicode, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">In all, there is a lot to
consider before putting a plan into practice: budgets, resources and focus.
Despite the undermining huge benefits, try to be realistic. </span>Endeavour<span style="font-size: 12pt;"> to work it
all out before you take the </span></span><u style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2015/06/how-to-be-bold-and-succeed.html" target="_blank">bold steps</a></u><span style="font-family: Lucida Sans Unicode, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">. </span></span><u style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2014/08/business-success-is-so-simple.html" target="_blank">Business success</a></u><span style="font-family: Lucida Sans Unicode, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"> is
simple: follow the </span></span><u style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2015/05/a-pattern-that-yields.html" target="_blank">patterns that yield</a></u><span style="font-family: Lucida Sans Unicode, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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read</span></b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri;">: <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2013/11/sex-and-business.html" target="_blank">Sex and Business</a>, <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2013/10/lagos-molue-12-business-lessons-to-learn.html" target="_blank">Business Lessons from Molue</a>, <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2013/10/five-business-lessons-from-tennis.html" target="_blank">Business Lessons from Tennis</a>, <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2013/05/simple-steps-to-increase-small-business.html" target="_blank">Business Productivity</a>, <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2013/12/start-up-ideas-hobby-or-real_16.html" target="_blank">Start-up Ideas</a> and <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2014/05/profit-and-loss-analysis.html" target="_blank">Profit & Loss Analysis</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">In every era, there are
beliefs that are held as facts. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">In 1983, Steve Jobs introduced the world to the
iPad. However, it seems the world was not ready. It failed many would say but,
did it? What if Jobs' idea was some chaos that employees and vendors wanted to
avoid?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">While no one questions
the facts, belief shapes and constrains actions: and they are mostly considered
reality. For example, there was a time when the world was flat. Also, there was
a time when science claimed that if the human body traveled at speeds greater
than 40 miles per hour, it would explode. As a result, all trains and
automobiles then, had a top speed of 40 miles per hour.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">As you can see, reality
does not need a basis for its existence. There only has to be a sufficient
amount of people who believe in it. In time, everyone goes along to get along. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">On the other hand, when
someone questions that reality, the believers of the existing paradigm
adamantly resist the new possibility. It appears nature have taught us to
protect our reality or <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.co.uk/2015/05/status-quo-enemy-of-change.html" target="_blank">status quo</a></u>. If we don't, there is a chance we can
be invalidated in the new paradigm: via self-doubt, irrelevance and fear.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">With that said, perhaps
Steve Jobs did not fail at creating the iPad in 1983. His idea may have caused
people to have the same resistance that Christopher Columbus incited with his
notion of a round world. Besides, why an iPad when the thought process was just
beginning for a computer on our desks. Perhaps for them it was better to prove
Job' idea was impossible than to stretch into an uncharted area.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">But, let us take it a
step further: it is worthy to note that since 1983 there have been no new
natural resources added to the planet. Therefore, everything that was needed to
make the iPad in 2008 existed in the 1980s. In fact, there is no reason the
iPad was not created even before 1983, except for the belief that it is not
possible.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">Whether it's creating
the iPad, flying to the moon or sailing around a round world, people will
always be limited by that which they are taught to believe. <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.co.uk/2015/07/open-your-mind.html" target="_blank">Opening your mind</a></u> to possibility is a social risk and it takes practice. However, it is
far from impossible. Today's reality will become a laughing matter in
tomorrow's reality. Will you protect and defend <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.co.uk/2015/05/status-quo-enemy-of-change.html" target="_blank">status quo</a></u> for fear of looking
bad? Or will you question the reality you were given from birth? Einstein, Columbus,
Jobs, Musk, etc. had no special gifts. They only questioned what was
believed to be reality: they <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.co.uk/2015/05/challenging-your-status-quo.html" target="_blank">challenged the status quo</a></u>. You can too.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">Friend, the world is
waiting for your product and creation. Stop <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.co.uk/2013/12/knowing-your-limitations.html" target="_blank">limiting yourself</a></u> by
thinking small about your present reality. <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.co.uk/2013/11/dreams-do-come-true.html" target="_blank">Dream</a></u> big and <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.co.uk/2015/03/dream-bigger-dare-impossible.html" target="_blank">dare the impossible</a></u>. So, start that project of yours, <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.co.uk/2013/12/why-do-people-procrastinate.html" target="_blank">don’t procrastinate</a></u> and
don’t let anybody tell you different. Do your best, make a difference and write
your name in the sands of time. <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.co.uk/2015/07/open-your-mind.html" target="_blank">Open your mind</a></u> to possibilities and <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.co.uk/2013/03/opportunity-inside-difficulty.html" target="_blank">opportunities</a></u>
today.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/blacksoty" target="_blank">Sotonye Angel Minaibiye</a><o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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read</span></b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">:
<a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/02/plan-ahead.html">Planning
Ahead</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/06/a-good-question-to-ask-yourself.html">A
Good Question</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/05/stop-standing-still.html">Stop
Standing Still</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/09/grow-up-not-older.html">Grow Up</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/11/how-do-i-get-ideas.html">Get
Ideas</a> and <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/11/creativity-is-worth-millions.html" target="_blank">Creativity</a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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daunting. Having launched hundreds of companies, in countries all over the
globe, I have a fair amount of experience in this space. </span><br />
<a name='more'></a><span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">After four decades I
still don’t know everything, nor do I think there is only one way to do things,
however I have some pointers to help you on your journey. Here are my top tips
on how to start a business… <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">To be an
entrepreneur means to be curious and interested in every aspect of life. If you
throw yourself into life, you will quickly make observations about what is
missing from the world, or what needs improving. Insatiable curiosity is one of
the most important qualities an entrepreneur can possess.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-style: italic;">Find your idea<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Most of
the best ideas come out of personal frustrations. It was through frustration
that we founded Virgin Atlantic. The job of an entrepreneur is to see <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2013/03/opportunity-inside-difficulty.html" target="_blank">opportunities</a></u>
where others see <u><a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2013/12/knowing-your-limitations.html" target="_blank">obstacles</a></u>. Hone in on the <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2014/05/the-challenges-of-entrepreneurship.html" target="_blank">challenges</a></u>, turn them
into <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2013/03/opportunity-inside-difficulty.html" target="_blank">opportunities</a></u>, find solutions, and bridge the gap. There are so
many <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2015/07/how-social-media-affects-business.html" target="_blank">industries</a></u>, categories and sectors out there that are ripe for
disruption, just waiting for the right idea to revolutionize them. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-style: italic;">Be passionate<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">There is
a very thin dividing line between success and failure when starting out in
business and you will fall on the wrong side of this line if you don’t have <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2013/03/discover-your-passions.html" target="_blank">passion</a></u>.
If you are not passionate about <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2013/12/start-up-ideas-turn-your-hobby-to.html" target="_blank">your idea</a></u>, product or service you will
not find <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2014/08/business-success-is-so-simple.html" target="_blank">success</a></u>. It’s that <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2014/08/business-success-is-so-simple.html" target="_blank">simple</a></u>. <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2013/03/discover-your-passions.html" target="_blank">Passion</a></u> will keep your
eyes on the prize and head in the game. Most people ought to be able to become
entrepreneurs and start businesses if they are passionate about something.
<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-style: italic;">Focus on people<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">The
dynamics of your company are what drive the <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2014/08/business-success-is-so-simple.html" target="_blank">success</a></u> of your business,
and the dynamics of a company are driven by people. It is therefore so
important to make sure you find the right people to <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2014/08/do-you-know-keith-richards-and.html" target="_blank">partner with</a></u>. I have
built companies by working with <u><a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2015/05/the-people-in-your-life.html" target="_blank">friends and family</a></u>. Jimmy Cregan and
Brian Souter both went into business with their sisters, while I started out
working with friends, and today I work with my children and their partners.
Like Jimmy explained, “Starting with a really good friend, or a sibling, you
have immediate trust. And if you don’t have trust, you have nothing.” <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-style: italic;">Listen and learn<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Leaders
often talk a lot and don’t listen half enough. A lot of my success in starting
businesses has come from <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2015/02/making-mistakes-and-learning-something.html" target="_blank">learning</a></u> from others. If you want to be a good
leader, you have to be a great listener. You’ve got to be out there listening, <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2015/02/making-mistakes-and-learning-something.html" target="_blank">learning</a></u>,
<u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2015/04/why-i-write-things-down.html" target="_blank">writing things down</a></u>, and absorbing knowledge all the time. Everyone has something
to teach you. The best education that anyone can have is just to <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.nl/2013/07/the-song-just-start-something.html" target="_blank">get out there</a></u> and do it. Get your hands dirty and learn from experience - you will
learn everything there is to know about starting and running a business.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Starting
up in business can be challenging, but if you remain curious and passionate;
find ideas that ignite your fire; and never fail to focus on people, and listen
and learn from them, you should not only be able to start one successful
business, but many!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"><b>Richard
Branson</b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<i><span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">www.virgin.com<o:p></o:p></span></i></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif;">Also read: <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2015/07/steps-to-stop-complaining.html" target="_blank">Stop Complaining</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2013/12/why-do-people-procrastinate.html" target="_blank">Overcome Procrastination</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.nl/2013/07/the-song-just-start-something.html" target="_blank">Start Something</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2012/03/self-motivation-gist.html" target="_blank">Stay Motivated</a>,<span class="apple-converted-space"> <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2013/11/creativity-is-worth-millions.html" target="_blank">Be Creative</a> and <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2015/07/dont-waste-your-mind.html" target="_blank">Use Your Mind</a></span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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there is darkness<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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there is injustice<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Dare to be the first to condemn it<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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something seems difficult<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Dare to <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2014/03/the-story-of-anyway.html" target="_blank">do it anyway</a></u><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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life seems to beat you down<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Dare to fight back<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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there seem to be no hope<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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are feeling tired<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Dare to keep going<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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times are tough<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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someone is hurting<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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another is lost<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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friend falls<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Dare to be the first to extend a hand<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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cross paths with another<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Dare to make them smile<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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feel great<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Also read: <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2014/06/a-good-question-to-ask-yourself.html" target="_blank">A Good Question to Ask</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2015/02/making-mistakes-and-learning-something.html" target="_blank">Learning from Mistakes</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2015/06/how-to-be-bold-and-succeed.html" target="_blank">How to be Bold</a>, <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2015/05/challenging-your-status-quo.html" target="_blank">Challenging Status Quo</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2015/06/dignity-of-working.html" target="_blank">Dignity of Working</a> and <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2013/03/opportunity-inside-difficulty.html" target="_blank">Maximizing Opportunities</a>.</span></div>
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<div class="blogger-post-footer">A blog about success, business, social media, technology, entrepreneurship, and marketing.</div>Mina Angelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09801813020826443512noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5000503511159578264.post-9458637192287407652015-07-06T12:05:00.000-07:002015-07-06T12:05:32.501-07:00STEPS TO STOP COMPLAINING<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Complaining
can be managed. Don’t act like the controllers and toxics and expect to win
awards. Learn how to stop complaining or reduce the rate.</span></div>
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<b><span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-style: italic;">1. <u>Recognize Your Identity</u>.</span></b><span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"> Firstly
admit that you are <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.nl/2015/06/why-do-people-complain.html" target="_blank">complaining</a></u>. Any amount can soon turn excessive; finally
ending in chronic complaining. And you may need help, or personal commitment to
get over it. Ask from friends and <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.nl/2015/05/the-people-in-your-life.html" target="_blank">people around you</a></u> and begin to work on yourself from there. Be <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.nl/2015/07/patience-and-persistence.html" target="_blank">persistent</a></u> because it will take a while.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-style: italic;">2. <u>Detachment</u>.</span></b><span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"> Decide
to let go of unnecessary negative memories, grudges and resentments. In fact
once you're committed you will notice that most issues are trivial. You give
meaning to your reality based on your own interpretation of it. How grave is
the situation that is disturbing you? Detach yourself now.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-style: italic;">3. <u>Draw inspiration</u>.</span></b><span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"> Take
a closer look at renowned leaders that faced some extreme situations in their
lifetimes: Jesus Christ, Alexander the Great, Christopher Columbus, Thomas Edison, Abraham Lincoln, Wright
Brothers, <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.nl/2014/06/the-walt-disney-train-ride-in-1928.html" target="_blank">Walt Disney</a></u>, Helen Keller, Winston Churchill, Mahatma Gandhi, J. F. Kennedy, <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.nl/2014/08/do-you-know-keith-richards-and.html" target="_blank">Bill Gates</a></u>, Steve Jobs,
Barrack Obama, Nelson Mandela and many more in their own chosen fields of
pursuit. But, did they crumble under their <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.nl/2014/05/the-challenges-of-entrepreneurship.html" target="_blank">challenges</a></u> and complains? Not at
all. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-style: italic;">4. <u>Always express your happiness</u>.</span></b><span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"> When
you are happy, you enter a productive zone; mentally, physically, socially,
financially and spiritually. Every happy individual has the capacity to luminescence,
progress and succeed. Learn to find ways of focusing on the best that has
happened in your past, and <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.nl/2015/03/never-give-up-not-now.html" target="_blank">expect the best</a></u> rather than <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.nl/2015/06/why-do-people-complain.html" target="_blank">complaining</a></u>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-style: italic;">5. <u>Commit Yourself to
Positivity</u></span></b><span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">. Every
person is a beacon of strong vibrations; whether they are aware of it or not.
Only their <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.nl/2015/07/dont-waste-your-mind.html" target="_blank">state of mind</a></u>, and feelings, decide if they are emitting positive or
negative frequencies. These are not fancy theories, but scientifically
documented facts. So we are free to decide which way our feelings will tilt, in
the larger context of our personal reality. Remember, your <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.nl/2013/11/how-thoughts-become-things.html" target="_blank">thoughts become things</a></u>. Choose to expect the best, give the benefit of doubt, be prompt to
pardon, be optimistic and focus on the best. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif;">Also read: <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.nl/2015/06/why-do-people-complain.html" target="_blank">Stop Complaining</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.nl/2013/11/rectitude-keep-believing-in-yourself.html" target="_blank">Believe in Yourself</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.nl/2012/03/self-motivation-gist.html" target="_blank">Stay Motivated</a>,<span class="apple-converted-space"> <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.nl/2013/11/creativity-is-worth-millions.html" target="_blank">Be Creative</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.nl/2015/07/open-your-mind.html" target="_blank">Use Your Mind</a> and <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.nl/2015/05/a-pattern-that-yields.html" target="_blank">The Patterns that Yield</a></span> <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<div class="blogger-post-footer">A blog about success, business, social media, technology, entrepreneurship, and marketing.</div>Mina Angelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09801813020826443512noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5000503511159578264.post-80334356935551133072015-07-06T10:13:00.000-07:002015-07-07T04:24:06.655-07:00OPEN YOUR MIND<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">The problem
with most people is that their wealth is 'too near'. You need to develop an
open mind to spot the obvious. This will never happen if you are continually
speeding off to the next opportunity.</span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">There
was once a man, Al Hafed, who lived on the banks of the River Indus who had a
nice farm with orchards and gardens, excess cash, a beautiful wife and
children. He was <b>’wealthy’</b> because he was contented. Then an old priest
visited him and one night related how the world was made, including the
formation of all the rocks, the earth, the precious metals and stones. He told
the farmer that if he had a few diamonds he could have not just one farm, but
many. The farmer listened. Suddenly, he wasn't that happy with what he had thus
far acquired in life.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">He sold
up and went travelling in search of diamonds, across Persia, Palestine and into
Europe. A couple of years later, the money he had was gone, and he was
wandering around in rags. When a large wave came in from the sea, he was
happily swept under by it.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Meanwhile,
the man who had bought the farmer's land was another story. One day, while watering
his animals in the stream that ran through the property, he noticed a glint in
the watery sands. It was a diamond; the land was full of diamonds. In fact, it
was one of the richest diamond finds in history; <u><a href="http://www.allaboutgemstones.com/diamond_mines_golconda.html" target="_blank">The mines of Golconda</a></u>
would yield not just one or two but <b>Acres of diamonds</b>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-style: italic;">Open your mind<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">In this
tiny book: Acres of Diamonds, which is actually a transcript of a hugely
popular lecture that he gave, Dr. Russell H. Conwell relates similar true life
stories about the folly of going off to find your fortune when it is in your
own backyard or just staring you in the face. He suggests that most people are
'pygmies of their possible selves', because they are not willing to accept, or
it did not occur to them, that they have great untouched powers: "Families
do not credit their own folks with abilities they attribute to other persons.
Towns and cities are cursed because their own people talk them down", he
says.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Dr. Conwell's
message is that we shouldn't fall for the trap of thinking that all the great
people and the great businesses are somewhere else. Consider that Henry Ford
started designing and building his car on his own farm and built the famous
Ford production line factories in the same area where he had grown up. There
was nothing special about Dearborn, Michigan - he made it special, without ever
leaving his own backyard. Warren Buffett, the great investor, decided against
moving his family to Wall Street. He stayed in Omaha, Nebraska and made his
billions there.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-style: italic;">Open your mind and discover true
service<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Dr. Conwell's
other theme is that great service is basic to prosperity. He tells of the
financier John Jacob Astor the elder, who had to suddenly go into partnership
in a millinery store because the owners could not keep up mortgage payments.
What did he do to get this business on its feet? He would go into the park and
quietly watch the women strolling along, particularly the most confident and
elegant, and take careful note of the hats they were sporting. Back in the
store, he had these hats copied exactly. The result was that the store never
made a hat or bonnet that a lady didn't like, and it boomed. Left behind was
the idea that 'we make hats and try to sell them', to be replaced by 'what
women want, we sell'.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">From
such basic service erupts great success, in this case a store that even in the
19th century made seventeen million dollars. You may think you have already
considered it, but ask again: what do people want?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">The
problem with most people, Dr. Conwell says, is that their wealth is 'too near'.
You need to <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/07/dont-waste-your-mind.html" target="_blank">develop an open mind</a></u> to spot the obvious. This will never
happen if you are continually speeding off to the next <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.nl/2013/03/opportunity-inside-difficulty.html" target="_blank">opportunity</a></u>,
looking for a greener pasture. <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.nl/2014/08/business-success-is-so-simple.html" target="_blank">Genuine service</a></u> is simple, but it may only
occur to you what this is when <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/07/dont-waste-your-mind.html" target="_blank">your mind</a></u> has been quieted. Without
finding some quiet time to yourself you will not be able to see the wood for
the trees. Leave time for meditation and contemplation, and answers will come.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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way to start is by thinking about what you need. Chances are, if you need
something, others will too. The woman who invented the snap button, first used
in gloves, made her fortune this way. Dr. Conwell further emphasizes that
"It is the open-mindedness to little things that brings human
success." The greatest minds think in simple terms, and the greatest
people, Dr. Conwell says, are always straightforward.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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cannot succeed if you have no interest in people and their needs. In Dr. Conwell's
words, you must make yourself necessary to the world. What all great people
have in common is that they make themselves a 'medium' for good, they make the
best goods and provide them to the largest number. This, not taking money at a
till, is service.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Diamonds might seem from another era, but Dr. Conwell was one of the original
American motivational speakers and his talk can still inspire. It costs next to
nothing to buy, can be read in about half an hour, and every so often you may
like to be reminded of its two lessons:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">There's
no need to look beyond yourself and your immediate circumstances to find the
seeds of your fortune. Service is the key to success. Don't just sell things.
Find out what people really want. This requires greater than normal thought and
observation. </span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Are you
open –minded?</span></div>
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a review from the book “<b>Acres of Diamonds</b>” by Dr. Russell H. Conwell.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Also read</span></b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">: <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.nl/2015/04/small-beginnings.html" target="_blank">Small Beginnings</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.nl/2013/03/discover-your-passions.html" target="_blank">Discover your Passion</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.nl/2013/07/moment-of-truth-change.html" target="_blank">Moment of Truth</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.nl/2013/12/knowing-your-limitations.html" target="_blank">Overcome Limitations</a>, <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.nl/2013/10/what-have-people-told-you.html" target="_blank">Ignore What People Say</a> and
<a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.nl/2015/03/dream-bigger-dare-impossible.html" target="_blank">Dare the Impossible</a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">While
shopping with her mum at the grocery store, a little girl ran ahead of the mum
to the apple racks to pick apples. By the time the mum got to her, she was
holding two apples in her both hands; a green and a </span><br />
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towards her and softly asked the little girl with a smile: “Sweetie, could you
give your mum one of your two apples?” <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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looked up at her mum for some seconds, then she suddenly took a quick bite on
one apple, and then quickly on the other. The mum felt disappointed and the smile
on her face suddenly freezes. She was shocked and tried hard not to reveal her
disappointment.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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the little girl handed one of the bitten apples to her mum, and said with her
tiny voice “Mom, here you are; this is the sweeter one.” The mum immediately
carried her and kissed her. She felt bad for she misjudged the little girl’s
intention.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">No
matter who you are, how experienced you are, and how knowledgeable you think
you are, always delay judgment. Give others the privilege to explain
themselves. What you see may not be the reality. Never conclude for others. Never
only focus on the surface and judge others without understanding them first. </span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif;">Life is beautiful.</span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Also read</span></b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">: <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.nl/2015/07/patience-and-persistence.html#uds-search-results" target="_blank">Patience</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.nl/2013/12/why-do-people-procrastinate.html" target="_blank">Procrastination</a>, <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.nl/2013/12/knowing-your-limitations.html" target="_blank">Limitations</a>, <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.nl/2014/11/setbacks-to-achieving-goals.html" target="_blank">Setbacks</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.co.uk/2015/06/life-and-excellence.html" target="_blank">Excellence</a> and <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.co.uk/2015/06/dignity-of-working.html" target="_blank">Work</a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">William
is a childhood friend of mine. He has always had problem with money: he was
mostly broke and near-broke. He longed for a life where he will be able to have
more than enough although; he really didn't want a lot more than enough.</span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">To start
with, he didn't feel he was educated enough to get a really good job that paid
the really big bucks. So, he believes he is destined to always be broke; he
does not have faith in himself. He doesn't believe that he is supposed to live
an abundance life. Since this is his innermost belief, he will never live an
abundant lifestyle. Remember, as a man thinks in his heart, so is he.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Moreover,
our lifestyles, our relationships, our financial situation, our health, and
anything else you can think of, comes to us by whatever we believe to be true
about them. If you believe that <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/05/lessons-of-life-power-of-words.html" target="_blank">life</a></u> is hard and that it is a struggle, it
will always be hard and a struggle for you. If you believe that <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/06/we-all-need-money.html" target="_blank">money</a></u> is
hard to come by, then it will always be hard to come by for you. If you believe
that you are sickly, then you will always be sickly. If you believe you’ll
never be good at <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/01/learn-something-new.html" target="_blank">something</a></u>, then you’ll never be good at it. It's all in
a state of mind.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<u><span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/03/amazing-isnt-it.html" target="_blank">Your mind</a></span></u><span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">
controls everything that happens to you. “But, there isn't any sort of course
of study that is required in our schools that teaches anything at all about the
mind and the power that it has, why?” Williams once asked me. True; school
systems are working on it now hence; we must follow the only other way − Learn
on your own. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Now
let's be honest, most people don't read. Yeah, they will read the newspaper and
their favourite magazine; the younger ones read tweets, posts, comments and
chats and averagely, nothing further than that. So, if no one is teaching us how
to understand <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/03/amazing-isnt-it.html" target="_blank">the mind</a></u> and its powers, how do we learn about it? It’s up
to you.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Like
everything else in life, it is up to you. You are the captain of your soul; the
architect of your life. If you don't like the <u><a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2012/10/results-and-excuses-get-real.html" target="_blank">results</a></u> that you are
getting out of life, then it is up to you to <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/05/challenging-your-status-quo.html" target="_blank">challenge the status quo</a></u>.
No one can <u><a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/07/moment-of-truth-change.html" target="_blank">change</a></u> you but yourself. Similarly, you cannot change anyone
except they change themselves.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">“But,
how do one start making changes?” he asked further. I suggest you learn about
the mind and how it functions. I started my path when I read the old classic “<b><a href="http://www.jumia.com.ng/catalog/?q=Think+and+Grow+Rich" target="_blank">Think and grow rich</a></b>” by Napoleon Hill and later “<b><a href="http://www.konga.com/think-big-1077815" target="_blank">Think Big</a></b>” by Ben Carson.
I suggest you do likewise or, go on the Internet and read all that you can relate
to the mind. Our mind is a masterpiece created by God. Start changing your
mind, if you want to start changing your <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/05/lessons-of-life-power-of-words.html" target="_blank">life</a></u>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Begin now,
to learn about <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/03/amazing-isnt-it.html" target="_blank">your mind</a></u>. Learn to spend time weekly <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/02/making-mistakes-and-learning-something.html" target="_blank">learning</a></u>
about the mind and how it functions. Surf the internet, read regularly,
meditate and put to practice the things you read. I assure you, after a while,
you will feel how much the quality of your life will improve. Don’t waste your
mind, <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/01/make-things-happen.html" target="_blank">make things happen</a></u>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Also read</span></b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">: <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/11/how-thoughts-become-things.html" target="_blank">Thoughts Become Things</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/08/a-little-effort-and-c-plan.html" target="_blank">Putting Extra Effort</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/03/15-time-wasters-successful-people-avoid.html" target="_blank">Time wasters Successful People Avoid</a>,
<a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/06/we-all-need-money.html" target="_blank">We All Need Money</a>, <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/11/dreams-do-come-true.html" target="_blank">Dreams do Come True</a> and <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/04/100-things-leke-taught-me.html" target="_blank">100 Things Leke Taught Me</a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<div class="blogger-post-footer">A blog about success, business, social media, technology, entrepreneurship, and marketing.</div>Mina Angelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09801813020826443512noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5000503511159578264.post-5364236051495367672015-07-03T07:10:00.000-07:002016-07-03T18:39:41.555-07:00PATIENCE and PERSISTENCE<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<i><span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">“There are times to stay put, and what you want will
come to you, and there are times to go out into the world and find such a thing
for yourself.”</span></i><span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";"> ― Lemony
Snicket<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">Patience is a virtue
inherent in everybody that is not easy to be exhibited nowadays. Fortunately,
it can be cultivated </span><br />
<a name='more'></a><span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">and nurtured over time. Patience can be relaxing and full of peace of mind: and brings about quality of life. But, patience is not the preferred virtue for business and success in life. Why is this so? Discussions about business and entrepreneurship often boil down to the difference between patience and persistence.</span><br />
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">Persistence describes the
ability to push continuously towards a given goal or target, against all odds.
It is about <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.co.uk/2014/11/femi-otedola-man-of-courage-tenacity.html" target="_blank">tenacity</a></u>, <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/11/sex-and-business.html" target="_blank">drive</a></u> and stubbornness. It is a common
quality in people that is hardly maximized. But, <a href="https://www.blogger.com/null" name="patience-just-seems-to"></a>patience just seems to be the ability to ride
things out — to wait until good things come your way without necessarily
taking <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.co.uk/2015/06/how-to-be-bold-and-succeed.html" target="_blank">bold steps</a></u> and <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/03/dream-bigger-dare-impossible.html" target="_blank">dare</a></u>, to <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/01/make-things-happen.html" target="_blank">make it happen</a></u>. Every entrepreneur
needs persistence with a dose of patience.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">A virtue for founders<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">Startup founders need
persistence because everything always takes longer than expected when starting
from scratch, or when trying to <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.co.uk/2014/11/femi-otedola-man-of-courage-tenacity.html" target="_blank">bounce back</a></u> from certain setbacks. It
can be difficult to keep things going when you're not seeing desired growth and
success. It can be frustrating when you are faced with multiple rejection and hiccups.
And, it will astonish you to know that countless successful entrepreneurs have
a similar story to share.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">Persistence is also
crucial because you're bound to make mistakes on your way, some big and some
small. According to a character in the movie Transformers, “Messing up is a
part of being human” but, learn to <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/01/learn-something-new.html" target="_blank">learn and improve</a></u> from each mistake. <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.co.uk/2015/03/never-give-up-not-now.html" target="_blank">Never give up</a></u> too early, you don’t lose the <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/03/opportunity-inside-difficulty.html" target="_blank">opportunity</a></u> to learn from your
mistakes; it is a common habit among successful individuals and entrepreneurs.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">A virtue to frown at<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">In life,
many smart people never succeeded as entrepreneurs, or in their career. Some people
attribute it to bad luck, but one of the main reasons why individuals and entrepreneurs
never get their ideas or ventures off the ground is that they wait for things
to come to them. Patience! I don’t quite agree to the idea that if you work
hard and pay your dues, success will come.<a href="https://www.blogger.com/null" name="success-never-comes-to"></a> “Success
never comes to anyone. You need to go out and grab her.” My mentor once told
me. You need to go out to grab success.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">On the other hand, let us
look at IMPATIENCE. It is an integral part of leadership that cannot be
displaced. Any individual or leader that succeeds in a goal or vision has <u>passion</u>
and impatience that is compelling him to act until the goal or vision becomes a
reality. Some people might call this "drive" — either way, it's an
unwillingness to just sit with the <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.co.uk/2015/05/status-quo-enemy-of-change.html" target="_blank">status quo</a></u>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">Salient points:<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">So what does any of this
mean for those of you who are building a product or dreaming of starting a
company?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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moment or situation to start a business. You don't have to have all the pieces
in place or everything figured out in order to get going. <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.co.uk/2015/04/small-beginnings.html" target="_blank">Start small</a></u>
and move from there.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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hand you an <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/03/opportunity-inside-difficulty.html" target="_blank">opportunity</a></u>. Nothing worthwhile ever simply comes to you
just like that; you must consciously walk towards it.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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product to be perfect. Think about Mark Zuckerberg's saying, "Done is
better than perfect."<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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things that are out of your control. If you're sitting in traffic or waiting in
line, no amount of restlessness is going to help the situation. The more
frustrated you get, the less energy you'll have to spend on the things that
matter. Be smart about situations.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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will be on your same timetable. It's your job to convince others of the
importance of what you're trying to do, and communicate that sense of urgency.
You won't be successful if you continually push people without getting them to
buy into your vision first.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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than planned. Look for signals that you're on the right track, keep your burn
rate as low as possible and keep moving forward. Remember to always <u><a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/11/rectitude-keep-believing-in-yourself.html" target="_blank">believe in yourself</a>.</u><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">As individuals and entrepreneurs,
learn to master the above salient points. Skip <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/12/why-do-people-procrastinate.html" target="_blank">procrastination</a></u> as much
as possible and <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.co.uk/2015/06/why-do-people-complain.html" target="_blank">complain less</a></u>, if at all. Maximize every opportunity,
for they will not come again in similar manner.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , sans-serif;">Also read: <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.co.uk/2015/06/life-and-excellence.html" target="_blank">Life& Excellence</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.co.uk/2014/11/starting-business-in-africa-from.html" target="_blank">Starting Business from Diaspora</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.co.uk/2015/05/challenging-your-status-quo.html" target="_blank">Challenging your Status Quo</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/11/how-do-i-get-ideas.html" target="_blank">How to Get Ideas</a>,<span class="apple-converted-space"> <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/11/sex-and-business.html" target="_blank">Sex & Business</a> </span>and <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.co.uk/2015/05/i-can.html" target="_blank">You Can Do It</a>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<div class="blogger-post-footer">A blog about success, business, social media, technology, entrepreneurship, and marketing.</div>Mina Angelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09801813020826443512noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5000503511159578264.post-18047311151353819222015-07-02T12:20:00.000-07:002016-11-16T02:32:42.656-08:00How social media affects business<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">People make hundreds of
decisions every day. Some of them are conscious, but most are unconsciously
made based on information surrounding them. <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/06/24-timeless-time-management-tips-for.html" target="_blank">Social media</a></u> is one of the
best examples of this. Exactly ninety-two percent of consumers</span><br />
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they trust social media and word of mouth above all other forms of advertising.
Because of this, some industries excel more than others.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">There are individual
brands within every industry that master <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/06/24-timeless-time-management-tips-for.html" target="_blank">social media</a></u>, but few
industries have as much widespread. Below are the seven industries that got
social media right:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">For the entertainment
industry, <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/06/24-timeless-time-management-tips-for.html" target="_blank">social media</a></u> comes naturally. In a study of Facebook
posts, the entertainment industry accounted for a whopping 63.2% of all posts
across six different industries (retail, auto, telecom, financial services,
food, and beverage). The industry with the second largest share was retail with
only 12.4 percent.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">From the breakdown of the
posts, something interesting stands out: whereas photos and images account for
the largest portion of posts in all five of the other industries, it only
accounts for 11.2 percent in the entertainment industry. Also, traditional
links account for 79.3% of the posts.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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imagery is powerful, this shows that social media followers are still enticed
by informative written content.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">Another one of the more
socially active industries is real estate. Agents, brokers, developers,
property managers and more, all use social media to get their properties in
front of more people. These have proven to be far more lucrative than
traditional “for sale” signs. You can use Facebook to create highly targeted
advertisements, or simply ask friends to share properties on their profiles and
timelines. Facebook is currently the most conducive social media platform for
marketing rentals but, Instagram could also be leveraged upon in some markets.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">In essence, everything a brand
does on social media to connect with users is a form of marketing or
advertising. Therefore, it logically follows that the marketing industry would
be proficient at using social media. According to the 2015 <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/06/24-timeless-time-management-tips-for.html" target="_blank">Social Media</a></u>
Marketing Industry Report (in which more than 3,700 marketers were surveyed),
social networking sites like <u><a href="https://twitter.com/naijaoptions" target="_blank">Twitter</a></u>, Facebook, YouTube, and LinkedIn
were critical components of their overall strategies.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">As you
probably know, video marketing has quickly become one of the highest returning
forms of social media content and 57% of marketers are currently using it (with
72% claiming they plan to increase their use of video in the future). Other
findings include:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">96% of
marketers use social media as a marketing tool.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">92% of
marketers believe social media is important to their businesses/clients.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">22% of
marketers have been using social media for more than five years.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">84% of
marketers have integrated their social media and traditional marketing
activities.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">It’s no surprise that
marketers get social media right, but it’s interesting to see such widespread
agreement on key issues and strategies.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<!--[if !supportLists]--><b><span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-fareast-font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode";">4.<span style="font-family: "times new roman"; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></b><!--[endif]--><b><span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">Retail<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">The retail industry will
always be near the top of the social media food chain. Larger companies will
always be successful but, smaller retailers will also <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/05/a-pattern-that-yields.html" target="_blank">succeed</a></u>. The
biggest benefits for these companies include being able to get feedback on new
products and fix customer complaints before they become major problems. For
daily deal sites, the viral nature of posts, make for a very cost-effective
advertising strategy. Positive word of mouth can go a long way and one user’s
endorsement can lead to a number of subsequent sales.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">One of the most
surprising industries on this list is education. Social networking sites like
Facebook allow students, educators, and institutions to connect with one
another in ways that were never possible in the past. Universities and colleges,
in particular, have mastered the use of social media. Many use organic and paid
advertising on these sites to bolster application numbers and encourage campus
visits. Once on campus, these same universities use social networking sites as
platforms for advertising on-going events, new curriculum, and more. After
graduation, social media then becomes a tool for alumni relations and
fundraising.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">Whereas many restaurants
fail to build, monitor, and maintain functional websites, a large percentage
are able to run highly-successful social media profiles. In fact, a recent
survey suggests that more than 8 out of 10 restaurant operators either
already use social media or plan on using it as a key marketing tool in the
next 24 months.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">Many of the restaurants
using social media are focusing on creating viral campaigns and visually
enticing posts. The major benefit for these restaurant operators is that they
can quickly build a positive reputation with a large contingency, something that
used to take months or years.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">Social media is an
incredibly valuable asset to the fashion industry because of the
lightening-fast speed at which content travels on <u><a href="https://www.facebook.com/Naijaoption" target="_blank">Facebook</a></u>, <u><a href="https://www.pinterest.com/minaibiye/" target="_blank">Pinterest</a></u>,
and Instagram. New styles can be shared with millions of people in a matter of
seconds. The most successful fashion brands on social media are the ones that
have mastered the task of creating visually stimulating images that produce an
emotional response in the user. From another point of view, fashion brands find
social media to be a very powerful research tool. They use it to find out what
styles followers enjoy and what they’re wearing.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">At this point, it’s
really quite shocking that there are still industries that still ignore social
media. As you now know, social media should be a key component of every brand’s
overall marketing strategy; including your business. With the right amount of
dedication, attention and effort, any company can reap the benefits of social
media marketing and effortlessly increase <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/07/8-tips-for-developing-loyal-customers.html" target="_blank">customers</a></u>, sales and size.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , sans-serif;">Also read: <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/05/profit-and-loss-analysis.html" target="_blank">Profit & Loss Analysis</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/05/levelling-up.html" target="_blank">Levelling Up</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/05/the-challenges-of-entrepreneurship.html" target="_blank">Challenges of Entrepreneurship</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2011/08/think-outside-box.html" target="_blank">Think Outside the Box</a>,<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/04/5-ways-to-meet-business-partner.html" target="_blank">How to Meet a Business Partner</a><span class="apple-converted-space"> </span>and <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/07/how-your-business-can-beat-your.html" target="_blank">How to Beat your Competitors</a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<div class="blogger-post-footer">A blog about success, business, social media, technology, entrepreneurship, and marketing.</div>Mina Angelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09801813020826443512noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5000503511159578264.post-83940819620838380532015-06-24T21:14:00.002-07:002016-11-16T02:35:14.785-08:005 social media tips for small businesses<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Social media is a great way to get the word out about your
business. But if it’s not delivering results, take a step back and see if
you’re following these best practices</span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">1. Communicate your uniqueness</span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Too many businesses are trying to be too many things. Instead,
focus on what makes you unique and incorporate that into your social media
strategy. That means communicating how your value proposition to customers is
different from competitors, of course, but more importantly it means having a
personality! If you’re building your business around your personal brand, don’t
be afraid to let your real self, shine through. And if your whole company is
using social media, establish editorial guidelines and an editorial voice that
feels real and has a personality that everyone on the team can understand and
bring to life.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Just because you can sell doesn’t mean you should — or at least,
don’t use social media strictly to sell. For example, I recently met with a
real estate agent who wanted to be known as the go-to expert agent for his
community. He feels he knows the community better than any other agent. He
lives there, has a family, and is involved in the community through things like
local youth sports. But when I saw his Facebook page, it was littered with
images of available listings — and nothing else. Not one thing on his page
demonstrated that he knew the community. Instead he demonstrated that he was an
expert at uploading listings in his area — and any service can do that.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">I noticed he was getting no engagement, so I told him stop
thinking like an agent and begin thinking like a resident. For example, when he
told me about the local </span>yoghurt<span style="font-size: 12pt;"> spot that’s popular in his community, I told him
that was a perfect opportunity to create a community “insiders” post. I
suggested he take a photo of himself having yoghurt and post it to Facebook
asking for engagement from locals: “I love Jimmy Yoghurt shack, my fave flavor
is banana cream, what’s yours?” Then every fourth post or so, he could include
a marketing message with an available property and explain why it’s great for
that community. In other words, he can become the go-to expert agent by being
the person who evangelizes the neighborhood rather than real estate.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">3. Tell a story with images</span></b><span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Images are your secret weapon in breaking through the clutter of
social media. Images are an incredible way to say a lot, quickly and easily, in
a way your followers can easily react to. Multiple images and collages are
especially great for saying a lot without words. For example, a baker could
show me one image that actually contains four separate images: ingredients, the
mixing, the finished cupcake, and someone smiling and holding a half-eaten
cupcake. You get the idea. Images can tell a story. They’re also easy to
digest, like and share. Think about how huge Instagram is.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">People don’t have to imagine as much with video, so it’s another
great way to communicate your uniqueness and tell stories while making content
that’s super shareable.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Recently a bike store owner approached me about expanding his
business and mentioned he was creating a blog to help show why they are the
best at what they do. A blog is a great way for a business to drive site
traffic, but when I went to his blog it was static. There were a few articles
like “how to fix a flat tire on your mountain bike,” but it didn’t have regular
updates that help drive readership and search engine optimization. He didn’t
have the kind of content that differentiated their bike shop.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">So I told him to shoot video. For example, take video of the
workers in the store and tell me about them. I want to know the story and what
makes them experts. Show off a bike designed for super diehards — not just
recreational cyclists — so we can experience the skills and expertise of his
team. But I also told him to keep it casual and avoid a hard sell.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">“Here’s Jim who works in repairs. Jim, what’s the most common
repair you have to make?” But then you might notice his sandwich is half-eaten
and you ask him what he had for lunch. In other words, shoot quick videos that
help show his expertise but also make him human and tell me more about him.
Creating a human connection is a great way for potential customers to remember
you. Imagine a customer who walks into the shop and says, “Hey Jim, I saw that
video, great tip and by the way did you ever finish that sandwich?” That’s
instant credibility – especially if customers are wondering whether he cares
more about fixing bikes than finishing his lunch!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">If you aren’t getting results, try experimenting with your content
in a systematic and scientific way. Study your content and what seems to
resonate, then try different variations and see what gets engagement. Remember
to only try to test one “variable” at a time; otherwise you won’t know what’s
making the difference.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Mario Armstrong<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , sans-serif;">Digital Lifestyle Expert, Commentator
and Founder, Mario Armstrong Media.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , sans-serif;">Follow Mario at </span><span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , sans-serif;"><a href="https://twitter.com/marioarmstrong">@MarioArmstrong</a>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Also read: <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/07/the-song-just-start-something.html" target="_blank">Start something</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/11/sex-and-business.html" target="_blank">Sex and business</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/06/life-and-excellence.html" target="_blank">Life and Excellence</a>, <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/12/knowing-your-limitations.html" target="_blank">Overcome your limitations</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/03/never-give-up-not-now.html" target="_blank">Never Give Up</a> and <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/11/do-more.html" target="_blank">Do More</a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<div class="blogger-post-footer">A blog about success, business, social media, technology, entrepreneurship, and marketing.</div>Mina Angelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09801813020826443512noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5000503511159578264.post-91539135067754974452015-06-23T19:17:00.001-07:002016-09-29T23:53:19.859-07:00HOW TO BE BOLD AND SUCCEED<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><u><a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/01/learn-something-new.html" target="_blank">Learning something</a></u> new or starting something afresh can be a daunting task. I have done it several times and it requires a lot of boldness. </span><br />
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<a name='more'></a><span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Taking giant strides and <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/05/challenging-your-status-quo.html" target="_blank">challenging status quos</a>, smashing records and setting new ones, <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/03/dream-bigger-dare-impossible.html" target="_blank">daring the impossible</a> and <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/04/small-beginnings.html" target="_blank">starting small</a>; even being committed to a course that is unpopular. Each and every one of us needs boldness to <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/11/setbacks-to-achieving-goals.html" target="_blank">overcome setbacks</a></span><span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode", sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">, take risks and achieve success.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">In this article, I have twelve simple steps to help you be bold or improve your boldness. I am certain: these steps will boost your self-confidence as well as increase your ability to face challenges and solve problems. They will birth you into a new mindset that is creatively optimistic. Take your time to learn and practice them. Let’s have them all.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">1. Stop hesitating and do something.</span></b><span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"> <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Is there something you've been waiting to be inspired to do, but can't seem to get the courage? Is it asking someone for mentorship, apologizing to a loved one, or simply being friendly to a </span>neighbour<span style="font-size: 12pt;">? Stop thinking and begin to take steps: boldness is the opposite of hesitation. Whenever you're feeling hesitant to make the right move, learn to swallow your pride and make the move anyway. Read </span></span><u style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/03/the-story-of-anyway.html" target="_blank">The Story of Anyway</a></u><span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Bold people aren't afraid of trying new things, and one of the reasons they're so exciting to be around, is that they keep you guessing. This could be something new for you, like dancing azonto or learning skating.<sup> </sup>Whatever you do, be sure to do it for yourself and not for other people. Doing something new and unexpected might make you vulnerable or afraid but, don't give in to those feelings. Instead, accept the newness of the skill and be yourself.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Ultimately, boldness has to do with understanding your strengths and weaknesses, then moving beyond them. Don't try to hide your problems or failures, but accept them as part of you. This will allow you to confidently move forward, appreciating your uniqueness. Realize that you don't have to do random, uncharacteristic things to discover who you are. Be honest with yourself and <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/11/rectitude-keep-believing-in-yourself.html" target="_blank">believe in yourself</a></u>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">If you were to switch places with somebody you admire for their assertiveness and boldness, what would they do in your shoes? If you already know someone who's bold, imagine how they'd act. Your bold inspiration doesn't have to be real. You could even think of a character from a movie or book who is <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/03/dream-bigger-dare-impossible.html" target="_blank">daring</a></u> and brave. Then, imagine their boldness in your life. Faking it makes you become it faster<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">If someone asks you to do something you don't want to do, refuse. Saying "No" will reinvigorate your individuality and help you to feel bold, ensuring that you're ready and willing to go out and get what you want. Don't feel like you have to make up an excuse or explanation. People will have to learn to respect your honesty and boldness, and you'll be getting what you want. Realize that if you do commit to doing something, you should follow through.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">It's not enough to simply say you're going to do something, you have to do it. When your word is good and you follow through with actions, people will trust you and regard you as bold and reliable. Don’t <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/12/why-do-people-procrastinate.html" target="_blank">procrastinate</a></u> to act: be a person of your words. Don’t give your word if you really don't wish to do something. A simple “No” won’t bite you. Always assert yourself.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Rather than waiting to be recognized for your efforts, or expecting someone to consider your needs, step up and ask. This doesn't mean you should demand what you want or be aggressive. Instead, confidently and tactfully choose your words. Boldness has nothing to do with the <u><a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/05/the-people-in-your-life.html" target="_blank">people around you</a></u>. It's about overcoming your fears and taking action. Don't confuse being bold with being aggressive. Aggressiveness often involves imposing your viewpoints or actions on others.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Even if the initial answer is "no," keep the window of <u><a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/03/opportunity-inside-difficulty.html" target="_blank">opportunity</a></u> open as long as possible to give them an opportunity to change their mind. Such pressure portrays boldness and commitment that you are positive about a thing, idea or business. Plan ahead before you go into negotiating. Think of possible setbacks and how to manage and overcome them or a <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/08/a-little-effort-and-c-plan.html" target="_blank">Plan C</a></u>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">One of the best ways to be bold is to simplify the number of solutions to a given problem. This will help you make good progress taking steps. Limiting your options will reduce the amount of hassle and time that will go into any solution.<i><o:p></o:p></i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">There's a difference between being reckless and accepting risks. Reckless people don't accept risks because they don't even think about them. A bold person, on the other hand, learns about the risks and decides to go through with the decision anyway, ready and willing to accept the consequences if things don't work out. Learn to avoid hesitation. Once you have made the choice to act, do it without fear and create your best chance of success.<i><o:p></o:p></i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Boldness is not ignorance, neither is it ego. Learn to <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/06/a-good-question-to-ask-yourself.html" target="_blank">ask questions</a></u> and listen to advice. Irrespective of your situation, boldness is willingness to admit that you're confused and need clarification. If you're unclear about an assignment, a task or business, ask questions and seek help. Don't be afraid to take the bold step to get help. If someone is unhelpful, find another person. Persistence to find desired answers shows boldness on your part.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Taking bold steps is a risk: you will either succeed or fail. This works all the time while you are trying something new. So, accept the outcome and move on. Failure is an outcome and not the end. It's not the opposite of success; it's a necessary component for success. Without the risk of failure, you don't have the opportunity for success. Don't worry about rejection: so it won’t affect your self-confidence and ability to be bold.<i><o:p></o:p></i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">In all, don't let people knock you down when trying new things. They are usually the kind of people that wish they were bold enough but, don't have the courage to do what you are doing. Also, you don't need to be perceived as fearless to be bold; let people know that you're afraid but move forward, keep going and don't look back. Boldness is like a muscle or skill, the more you use/practice it, the better you get from it. Keep working on your boldness and it will take you to the place of your <u><a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/11/dreams-do-come-true.html" target="_blank">dreams</a></u>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Also read: <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/08/two-choices.html" target="_blank">Make Two Choices</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/02/plan-ahead.html" target="_blank">Plan Ahead</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/02/rugged-gigs-what-for.html" target="_blank">Rugged Gigs for Success</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/08/business-success-is-so-simple.html" target="_blank">Success is Simple</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2012/10/results-and-excuses-get-real.html" target="_blank">Results & Excuses</a> and <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/10/five-business-lessons-from-tennis.html" target="_blank">Lessons from Tennis</a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<div class="blogger-post-footer">A blog about success, business, social media, technology, entrepreneurship, and marketing.</div>Mina Angelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09801813020826443512noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5000503511159578264.post-62001998513946062272015-06-23T16:43:00.000-07:002016-07-28T05:26:33.684-07:00Why do people complain?<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Complaining is the combined action of criticizing, resenting and kicking against things you don't like. This is mostly done through outburst against people you don't like or actions. You may feel irritated and incited about someone's behaviour and manners; you may curse and hate, with your mind or your words; you may judge and criticize people, traditions,</span><br />
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">You begin to rave against every conceivable discomfort; real or perceived. You may resent your responsibilities and others people's privileges. You become cynical about everything and everyone around including persons who have less or nothing to do with your resentments; thereby shutting out anything positive coming from their angle. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">In any case, when you start exhibiting this restlessness, know that you have entered a spectrum of complaining. Although, complaining seems to douse the thirst to rant and rave in the immediate, it mostly does not benefit anyone at the end of the day once it becomes a habit. Instead, it will harm your relationships and the <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/05/the-people-in-your-life.html" target="_blank">people around you</a></u>. But, there is more, or worse to complaining. Read along with me.<s><o:p></o:p></s></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Medically: A Stanford's medical school research showed that 30 minutes of negativity every day, including negative news on TV, can physically damage the brain. The hippocampus is the part of the brain used for problem solving and cognitive functioning and, complaining specifically damages the neurons in this region of the brain. This research is significant because it is medically documented that in <u><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alzheimer%27s_disease" target="_blank">Alzheimer's disease</a></u>; the hippocampus is one of the first regions of the brain to suffer damage.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Formally: Psychologists put it that people complaining at the workplace and in social settings fall into two categories: The Controllers and The Toxics.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">But, why do people complain?<b> </b>In a 2012 article in <i>Psychology Today</i>, Guy Winch states that, "The problem is that today we associate the act of complaining with venting far more than we do with problem solving. As a result, we complain simply to get things off our chest, not to resolve problems or to create <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/05/status-quo-enemy-of-change.html" target="_blank">change</a></u>, rendering our complaints completely ineffective. Even when we do address our complaints to the people who can do something about them, we are unsuccessful far more often than not".<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">However, people who complain chronically are not even aware of their proclivity. They neither see themselves as negative people or naggers. Instead they perceive themselves as constantly being on the receiving end in an unfriendly world. Many of them are not clinically paranoid but, they do feel justified in lashing out at their aggravations.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">And, these people will always be a part of our society: maybe because some use it to get media attention while others use it for cheap popularity by attacking famous personalities. Others use it to get noticed in their family or environment and many feel that complaining is the only way to demonstrate <s>leadership</s> superiority. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Complaining can be managed. Learn how to stop complaining or reduce the rate. Be objective about problems and strive for solutions. Don’t work like the controllers and toxics and expect to win awards, no. Know your <u><a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/12/knowing-your-limitations.html" target="_blank">limitations</a></u> and overcome complaining. You can manage it! <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/02/making-mistakes-and-learning-something.html" target="_blank">Learn</a></u> to manage complaining and begin to invest your energy into more specific goals that will <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/05/a-pattern-that-yields.html" target="_blank">yield</a></u> far greater <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2012/10/results-and-excuses-get-real.html" target="_blank">results</a></u> than scolding people.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<div class="blogger-post-footer">A blog about success, business, social media, technology, entrepreneurship, and marketing.</div>Mina Angelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09801813020826443512noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5000503511159578264.post-69803019167138399012015-06-23T11:28:00.000-07:002016-07-28T05:31:35.455-07:0024 timeless time management tips for freelancers<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">Ever feel like your time is not your own? When you are your <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/11/starting-business-in-africa-from.html" target="_blank">business</a>, you will learn very quickly that trading time and effort for money can easily get out of hand. </span><br />
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">This is made even more difficult by the fact that there are just so many distractions today clamoring for our attention. Given that the day will never expand past 24 hours, how can you reclaim your time and attention so that you can do the work you need to, yet have enough </span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode", sans-serif;">space and energy to focus on the things that matter the most?</span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">Below, I share a collection of my favorite time management tips and lessons that I’ve learned from over 10 years of doing freelance work. These aren’t about quick “hacks.” Technology is rapidly changing, and apps will come and go, but these time management tips are… well, timeless. They are designed to help you <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/09/coping-with-change.html" target="_blank">change</a> your attitude towards time management, the value that you create for others, and your priorities in life.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">24 Time Management Tips for Freelancers Who Enjoy Life<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<b><span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">1. Know your goals, and organize them by their value and priority.</span></b><span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";"> Good time management starts right here. Why are you working in the first place and what do you hope to accomplish? Are you looking for a full time income, or to earn some money on the side? How do you see your working time fitting into your life outside of work? Do you have other goals, such as making a impact or helping others? Make a list of the top three to five most essential goals you are trying to reach.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">2. Be prepared to test things out… repeatedly.</span></b><span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";"> While there are many different programs and systems out there to help you manage your time, such as <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Getting_Things_Done" target="_blank" title="Getting Things Done (GTD)">Getting Things Done (GTD)</a> or <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/FranklinCovey" target="_blank" title="FranklinCovey">Franklin Covey</a>, settling on the one system (or combination of systems) that will work the best for you and your particular situation will take some testing and tweaking. Don’t just jump into a program because it’s popular. Spend a couple weeks with it. See how you feel, measure how <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/05/simple-steps-to-increase-small-business.html" target="_blank">productive</a> you actually are, and then decide whether or not to continue with the program.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">Another note… even if you’ve settled on one system, it doesn’t mean that you shouldn’t set a little time aside to try out other methods later on order to build on and improve what you are already doing.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">3. Decide what “tools” you’ll need.</span></b><span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";"> Consider how you work and retain information. What platforms sit at the focal point of your <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/05/simple-steps-to-increase-small-business.html" target="_blank">productivity</a> and work flow? Many famous over-achievers, such as Richard Branson, are known to write things down in a physical notebook. But for the more tech-oriented person (or the freelancer who works online) settling on the right technology and platforms can make a big difference to how you use you time.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">4. Analyze your work habits.</span></b><span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";"> Spend a few days tracking how you spend your time and how much work you actually accomplish during that time. Also, pay attention to how <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2012/03/self-motivation-gist.html" target="_blank">motivated</a> you feel along the way. Notice if you are just keeping yourself busy or if you are truly doing the things that either create real value or are completing tasks that only you can do.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">5. Get to know your natural rhythm and work with it.</span></b><span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";"> When are you most productive, and how long can you focus on the given task? Knowing this information and acting on it can help you maximize the time that you are putting into your business. To find out this information about <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/11/rectitude-keep-believing-in-yourself.html" target="_blank">yourself</a>, you could take a look at <a href="http://www.quantified-mind.com/" target="_blank" title="Qualified Mind">Qualified Mind</a>. On this free site you can conduct self-experiments to determine the periods of your peak mental performance.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">6. Determine minimum time for essential tasks. </span></b><span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">Although I mentioned time tracking above, the goal over here is to find out how much time you need to budget for your most essential daily and weekly tasks. <a href="http://e.ggtimer.com/" target="_blank" title="Egg Timer">Egg Timer</a> is a simple online countdown timer. You key in the amount of time you want it to track, and it will count down in the background. When the time is up, you’ll hear an alarm. If you want something a bit more sophisticated, try an app like <a href="https://www.toggl.com/" target="_blank" title="Toggl">Toggl</a>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">7. Make an action plan for each day.</span></b><span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";"> Take a few minutes to create a to-do list of your top priorities for each day before the day gets started. You’ll save many minutes each day when you have a prioritized task list and plan a project before you start working on it. Make time to plan your projects and tasks each day, either in the evening the day before or in the morning before you start work.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">8. Break complex tasks into small pieces.</span></b><span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";"> Get into the habit of <a href="http://growingyourbiz.co/start-building-business" title="breaking big projects down">breaking big projects down</a> into small, manageable steps, and set milestones or mini goals along the way.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">9. Get the “hard” work done as early in the day as you can.</span></b><span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";"> As Brian Tracy put it, “<a href="http://ezinearticles.com/?Book-Notes,-A-Book-Summary-on-the-Book-Eat-That-Frog-by-Brian-Tracy&id=2047222" target="_blank" title="Eat that frog!">Eat that frog!</a>” Don’t procrastinate; instead get the most difficult or unpleasant tasks out of the way as quickly as <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/05/i-can.html" target="_blank">you can</a>. Pushing these tasks off only increases anxiety, making you less productive throughout the day and week, and often, the more something gets pushed off, the bigger the job it becomes.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">10. Practice clearing your mind.</span></b><span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";"> Seriously consider learning how to meditate. Recent <a href="http://content.time.com/time/health/article/0,8599,2008914,00.html" target="_blank" title="research">research</a> suggests that regular meditation can help people focus their attention and sustain it. And, you don’t have to get into the lotus position to benefit from meditation. A few minutes a day (10 to 20 minutes), can do wonders for your ability to focus and perform even the most strenuous or mundane tasks and even where there is a lot of distraction.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">11. Batch similar tasks together. </span></b><span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">Complete related activities within the same time slot. In other words, all email-related tasks, all phone calls, or web conferences can be done at the same time even if the tasks are for different elements of your business.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , sans-serif;">Also read: <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/12/why-do-people-procrastinate.html" target="_blank">Why Do People Procrastinate</a>, <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/12/knowing-your-limitations.html" target="_blank">Knowing Your Limitation</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/05/status-quo-enemy-of-change.html" target="_blank">An Enemy of Change</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/02/plan-ahead.html" target="_blank">Planning Ahead</a>,<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span><a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/11/dreams-do-come-true.html">Dreams do Come True</a><span class="apple-converted-space"> </span>and <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/03/time-wasters-at-work.html" target="_blank">Time Wasters at Work</a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">"Academic
excellence is overrated! Did I just say that? Oh, yes, I said it. Being top of
your class does not necessarily guarantee that you will be at the top of <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/05/lessons-of-life-distant-heart.html" target="_blank">life</a></u>. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode", sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">You could graduate as the best student in Finance but it doesn't mean you will
make more money than everybody else. The best graduating Law student does not
necessarily become the best lawyer. The fact is </span><u style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode", sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/05/lessons-of-life-power-of-words.html" target="_blank">life</a></u><span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode", sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"> requires more than </span><span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode", sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">the ability to understand a concept, memorize it and reproduce it in an exam.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">School
rewards people for their memory. Life rewards people for their <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/11/how-thoughts-become-things.html" target="_blank">imagination</a></u>.
School rewards caution, life rewards <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/03/dream-bigger-dare-impossible.html" target="_blank">daring</a></u>. School hails those who live
by the rules. Life exalts those who <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/05/challenging-your-status-quo.html" target="_blank">break the rules</a></u> and set new ones. So,
do I mean people shouldn't study hard in school? Oh, no, you should. But don't
sacrifice every other thing on the altar of First Class. <u><a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/12/knowing-your-limitations.html" target="_blank">Don't limit yourself</a></u> to the classroom. <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/07/the-song-just-start-something.html" target="_blank">Do something</a></u> practical. Take a leadership
position. Start a <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/08/business-success-is-so-simple.html" target="_blank">business</a></u> and fail. That's a better Entrepreneurship
101.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Join or
start a club. Contest an election and lose. It will teach <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/02/making-mistakes-and-learning-something.html" target="_blank">something</a></u>
Political Science 101 will not teach you. Attend a seminar. Read books outside
the scope of your course. Go on missions and win a soul for eternal rewards...
Do something you <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/11/rectitude-keep-believing-in-yourself.html" target="_blank">believe</a></u> in! Think less of becoming an excellent student
and think more of becoming an excellent person. Make the world your
classroom!"<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Read: <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/06/18-things-i-wish-when-i-was-18.html" target="_blank">18 Things I Wish I was told at 18</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.nl/2014/06/a-good-question-to-ask-yourself.html" target="_blank">A Good Question to Ask</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/05/i-can.html" target="_blank">You Can Do It</a>, <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2012/04/entrepreneurs-iq.html" target="_blank">Take a Business I.Q. Test</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/11/setbacks-to-achieving-goals.html" target="_blank">Overcome Setbacks</a> and <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/03/never-give-up-not-now.html" target="_blank">Never Give Up</a> <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">One year a newspaper reporter interviewed him and <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/01/learn-something-new.html" target="_blank">learned something</a></u> interesting about how he grew it. The reporter discovered that the farmer shared his seed corn with his neighbors. “How can you afford to share your best seed corn with your neighbors when they are entering their corn in same competition with yours</span><br />
<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"> each year?” the reporter asked. “Why sir,” said the farmer, “didn’t you know? <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">So it is with our lives. Those who want to live meaningfully and well must help enrich the lives of others, for the value of a life is measured by the lives it touches. And those who choose to be happy must help others find happiness, for the welfare of each is bound up with the welfare of all.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Call it power of collectivity. Call it a <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/05/a-pattern-that-yields.html" target="_blank">principle of success</a></u>. Call it a law of life. The fact is, none of us truly wins, until we all win!! <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Also read: <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/03/never-give-up-not-now.html" target="_blank">Never Give Up</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/11/creativity-is-worth-millions.html" target="_blank">Creativity is Worth Millions</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/03/dream-bigger-dare-impossible.html" target="_blank">Dare the Impossible</a>, Stay Motivated, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/06/18-things-i-wish-when-i-was-18.html" target="_blank">18 Things I Wish I Know at 18</a> and <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/08/two-choices.html" target="_blank">Choices of Life</a><span style="background: white; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<div class="blogger-post-footer">A blog about success, business, social media, technology, entrepreneurship, and marketing.</div>Mina Angelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09801813020826443512noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5000503511159578264.post-14072377109959027252015-06-16T11:10:00.000-07:002015-06-24T02:45:02.540-07:00DIGNITY OF WORKING<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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dignity in working. There is dignity in doing what you do irrespective of how
much you earn. This is what the guy that won a lottery is lacking; what the
rich kid with inheritance is missing out on; dignity of work. What if I disagree?
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that work is widely seen as activity which is done exclusively for the sake of
something; something worth doing as a means to an end. Of course, gainful
employment in many countries is<i> </i>done for the sake of earning income: it
is how most people make a living for themselves and their families. This is
also why we have lots of migration today especially from third world nations to
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Work is valuable from a worker’s
point of view because of the income it brings. And from a socio-economic point
of view, it is instrumental in the creation of common wealth (GDP). But,
dignity of working goes deeper than this hence; those who get an <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/06/other-streams-of-income-why-you-need.html" target="_blank">income</a></u>
without working (lottery, inheritance or benefits) would not really be missing
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that the lives of people who do not work are typically lacking in certain areas.
Research shows that lack of work adversely affects physical and mental health. People
are more likely to suffer from obesity, depression and emptiness, if they are
unemployed or not working. So, one dignity of work is self-esteem.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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of one’s own existence, bound up with the recognition one receives from others
of one’s competences, achievements and contributions. A lot of people are loved
by family and friends just because of who they are<i>; a somebody</i>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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is that it gives a <b>sense of connection</b>. According to French sociologist
Durkheim: “By participating in the division of labour individuals can come to a
livelier appreciation of their dependence on others and the need for
cooperation.” On a serious note, daily practice of cooperative problem-solving
provides vital training for individuals.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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exercise and development of skills, capacities and the mind. Working improves
the <b>soundness of the mind</b>. This is why individuals who work are mostly
on top of their games while they work and when they stop, there is always a
difference in <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/p/my-diar.html" target="_blank">attitude</a></u> and frame of mind, no matter how they manage it. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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indeed dignity in working. Although, there are jobs that may not be palatable
or ethical due to level of organization; just know that which you need and go
for it. The <u>benefits of working</u> are as much a matter of what one does while
working, and of the social relations one enjoys or endures there, as they are
of the economic power it brings.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif;">Also read: <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2012/09/can-you-say-i-love-my-job_13.html" target="_blank">I Love my Job</a>, <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/12/knowing-your-limitations.html" target="_blank">Knowing Your Limitation</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2012/08/home-based-business-quiz.html" target="_blank">Home Business Quiz</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2012/08/home-based-business-plus-and-minus.html" target="_blank">Home Business Plus and Minus</a>,<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span><a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/11/dreams-do-come-true.html">Dreams
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Personal change can only happen if and only if a person wants to change; especially from the mind. This is why it is mostly said that leaders can only change any status quo if they first start with themselves. Note: It takes courage, commitment, personal <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2012/03/self-motivation-gist.html" target="_blank">motivation</a></u> and sacrifice to challenge and <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/07/moment-of-truth-change.html" target="_blank">change</a></u> any <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/05/status-quo-enemy-of-change.html" target="_blank">status quo</a></u> but, it is not impossible.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Most of us are tired of standing still and desire a change. We can see it, feel it, dream it but, cannot <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/01/make-things-happen.html" target="_blank">make it happen</a></u>. We talk about it, complain about it, make jest of it and analyze it yet, we cannot enter into it. How long more can we go like this? I am tired of the negative ones around me and I am challenging them; what about you, why don’t you challenge the ones around you?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Finally, our core beliefs matter. Our life philosophy matters. How you approach <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/07/moment-of-truth-change.html" target="_blank">change</a></u> depends on how you view continuous <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/01/learn-something-new.html" target="_blank">learning</a></u>, <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/09/what-is-your-self-worth.html" target="_blank">self-worth</a></u>, service, selflessness and other good values. In many ways, it depends on how you perceive life: static or dynamic.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Friend, what status would you want to change in your life? <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/03/dream-bigger-dare-impossible.html" target="_blank">Dare to</a></u> challenge it and believe <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/05/i-can.html" target="_blank">you can do it</a></u>. And if you need help, get help from your mentor, a mastermind group, a counsellor, a consultant or, send me a mail; I’d be glad to help.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Also read: <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/11/rectitude-keep-believing-in-yourself.html" target="_blank">Believe in Yourself</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/09/do-today-save-tomorrow.html" target="_blank">Save Tomorrow</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/12/why-do-people-procrastinate.html" target="_blank">Don't Procrastinate</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2012/03/self-motivation-gist.html" target="_blank">Stay Motivated</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2011/08/think-outside-box.html" target="_blank">Think Outside the Box</a> and <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/07/the-song-just-start-something.html" target="_blank">Just Start Something</a><span style="background: white; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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your life for a Reason, a <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.nl/2013/06/3-seasons-2-actions-1-desire.html">Season</a></u> or
for a Lifetime. When you figure out which one it is, you will know what to do
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is in your life for a reason, it is usually to meet a need you have expressed.
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and support, to aid you physically, emotionally, intellectually or spiritually.
They may be seen as God sent, and they really are! They are there for the
reason you need them to be.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Then, all of a
sudden, without any wrong-doing on your part, or at an inconvenient time, this
person(s) will say or do something to bring the relationship to an end.
Sometimes they die, sometimes they walk away, and sometimes they act up and
force you to take a stand. What you must realize is that your need have been
met, your desire fulfilled, their work is done, the prayer you sent up has been
answered and it’s time to move on.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Meanwhile,
people do come into your life for a <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.nl/2013/06/3-seasons-2-actions-1-desire.html">season</a></u>.
Because your turn has come to share, <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/09/grow-up-not-older.html" target="_blank">grow</a></u> or <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/01/learn-something-new.html" target="_blank">learn</a></u>. They bring you an
experience of peace or make you laugh. They may teach you something you have
never done. They usually give you an unbelievable amount of joy. Believe it! It
is real! But, remember, it will take only for a season: maybe through school, through
a phase, your career, a transition, an adventure, etc., they don’t last beyond the season.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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lifetime relationships teach you lifetime lessons; things you must build upon
in order to have solid mental, emotional, spiritual, financial or social foundations. So,
learn to accept these lessons (if you are not doing so already), love these persons,
and put what you have learnt to use in all other relationships and areas of
your life. They come in various forms but, are mostly rare as privileges.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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in your life are treasures sent from Heaven: treasure them. They are angels
sent to you and me to help us in our walk on earth. Acknowledge them as much as
you can for they are pillars of life.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Also read: <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.nl/2014/07/please-read-touching-story.html">A
Touching Story</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/11/setbacks-to-achieving-goals.html">Setbacks</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/11/do-more.html">Do more</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/01/make-things-happen.html">Make
Things Happen</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/11/rectitude-keep-believing-in-yourself.html">Believe
in Yourself</a> and <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.nl/2014/06/a-good-question-to-ask-yourself.html">Ask
A Good Question to ask</a>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div class="blogger-post-footer">A blog about success, business, social media, technology, entrepreneurship, and marketing.</div>Mina Angelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09801813020826443512noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5000503511159578264.post-69561325118180831062015-05-22T10:55:00.000-07:002016-12-27T18:54:48.914-08:00I CAN!<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Successful people often say that it was their <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/11/sex-and-business.html" target="_blank">drive</a></u> to keep going, despite the desire to quit, that drove them to successful heights in their dreams, businesses or careers. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">A negative “I can’t” attitude can pervade nearly every situation for you. It can affect your business plans, career track, or even personal family or social situations. If you keep telling yourself you can’t do things, eventually you’ll <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/11/rectitude-keep-believing-in-yourself.html">believe yourself</a></u> and you’ll lose the desire to even try. According to one of Adolf Hitler’s general, “If you listen to a lie for more than thirteen times, you will begin to be feeling it is the truth”. So, learn to tell yourself “I can!”<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Have you ever wanted to attend an event or party, but chose not to go because you didn’t know anyone? Was there ever an incredible <u><a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/03/opportunity-inside-difficulty.html" target="_blank">opportunity</a></u> to explore your <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/03/discover-your-passions.html" target="_blank">passion</a></u>, but you refused out of fear? In these situations and more, you need to face your fears, attack that negative attitude and say “I can” – especially if there are distinct benefits that could help your business, career or personal life.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Please note; Instead of getting discouraged by <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/11/setbacks-to-achieving-goals.html" target="_blank">setbacks</a></u> or failure, think about your abilities and strengths, then push ahead! Life is in cycles. Life is two steps forward and one step backward. There will always be setbacks but, have it in mind that setbacks are springboards to higher heights.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">I know that trying new things involves a certain amount of <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/06/risks-and-rewards-of-entrepreneurship.html" target="_blank">risk</a></u> and not all of us are risk takers. Most new situations don’t involve a life-threatening risk, but the simple fact of not knowing the outcome can paralyze one’s intention with fear. Unfortunately, fear prevents you from trying anything new and it’s often difficult; just like any <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/05/stop-standing-still.html" target="_blank">status quo</a></u>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">However, never allow “I can’t” be the words that eventually come out of your mouth, especially when your <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/11/how-thoughts-become-things.html" target="_blank">thoughts</a></u> have been crowded by doubts, plagued by low self-esteem and confusion has over-ridden your self-belief. Rather, say “I can” over and over again till your subconscious mind holds it tight to be the only truth.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<div class="blogger-post-footer">A blog about success, business, social media, technology, entrepreneurship, and marketing.</div>Mina Angelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09801813020826443512noreply@blogger.com0United States, canada, united kingdom, germany, ukraine, russia, south africa, ghana, nigeria, kenya, egypt, india, china, australia, italy, France, Belgium, Spain, Portugal, Netherlands, Poland, Malta, England, Scotland, Switzerland, Australia, New Zealand, Austria, Denmark, Croatia, Slovakia, Czech Republic, Korea, Japan, Hong Kong, Panama, Argentina, Brazil, Zimbabwe, India, 55.378051 -3.4359729999999912.203021 -86.05316049999999 90 79.18121450000001tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5000503511159578264.post-39382169686432761462015-05-16T16:02:00.000-07:002016-12-27T18:49:04.312-08:00Status quo: An enemy of change<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">In all areas of life, there is an inherent conservatism or resistance to <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/07/moment-of-truth-change.html">change</a></u>. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">This is mostly characterized by various sayings like, “If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it,” “The devil you know is better than the angel you don’t know,” “A bird at hand is worth more than one million in the forest” and so on. Respecting traditions should not blind us from striving to meet our constant needs as</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"> well as to improve and embrace <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/04/eight-pillars-of-innovation.html">innovation</a></u>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Status quo</span></i><span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"> is a Latin phrase that means “the state in which” but is commonly used to mean the present state. This phrase has been accepted in the English language since about 1830. It was said that “The status quo is the only solution that cannot be vetoed” while Ronald Reagan said, “The status quo is Latin, for the mess we’re in.”<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Meanwhile, Dr. Myles Munroe once defined insanity as, doing the same thing in the same way over and over again and expecting different <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2012/10/results-and-excuses-get-real.html">results</a></u>. Status quo helps us do that. It makes us to resist <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/11/creativity-is-worth-millions.html">creativity</a></u>: not to try new things, prevents us from seeking <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/03/opportunity-inside-difficulty.html">opportunities</a></u> to dare our fears. Status quo somehow boxes us from realizing our <u><a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/12/knowing-your-limitations.html">limitations</a></u>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">The key is to make sure we don't get stuck with outcomes we don't want! The world is moving; we need new choices to make to give us hope and new realities. According to Bishop T.D. Jakes, ”Nothing just happen.” The real challenge is that when we resist and hesitate, or <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/12/why-do-people-procrastinate.html">procrastinate</a></u> in making decisions; we've actually decided. The more we can be aware of what we are doing, when and why we do what we do, the more likely we will decisively make different and better <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/08/two-choices.html">choices</a></u>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Think about this: the Status Quo is comforting! There is no effort required to maintain status quo; isn’t that right? Even when it is not to our liking, it is what we know, and therefore 'easier' to live with. For this reason, so many people are inadvertently 'standing still'. That is why I titled my previous article “<u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/05/stop-standing-still.html">Stop standing still</a></u>.” When we keep working at the same job, living in the same city, and relating to the same people in the same way, we are maintaining the status quo. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">We all need to challenge our status quo. If we must live impartful lives, we must challenge our status quo from time to time. We must swim against the tide once in a while or do so regularly like Elon Musk. We need to take steps, <u><a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/12/knowing-your-limitations.html">overcome our limitations</a></u>, master our fears, <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/03/dream-bigger-dare-impossible.html">dare the impossible</a></u> and <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/01/make-things-happen.html" style="text-decoration: underline;">make things happen</a>. The status quo will not change; we must change. <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/03/never-give-up-not-now.html">Never give up</a></u>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Are you stuck in a rut? Are you standing still in life, unknown to you? It is time to move on. </span><br />
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">You are stuck in a rut when you do the same old boring routine day after day. You wake up in the morning, get dressed, read the paper, go to work, do unfulfilling tasks, go home, eat, watch TV, stay awake a few hours more and go to bed. Then you get up the next day and do it all over again. And by weekend, you have a separate routine as well. That is what's commonly known as a rut. I call it, effortlessly standing still. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">However, life was not meant to be lived in this way. You need to get out of it. And here is how you get out:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">I believe you are determined to get out of your status quo hence, you won’t be reading this article. I appreciate the fact that you feel the need but, do me one favor: help someone else get out of their rut. Share this with those close to you, you never can tell who NEED it. Help someone stop standing still, effortlessly. Thank you.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Also read: <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2012/09/can-you-say-i-love-my-job_13.html">I Love my Job</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/06/18-things-i-wish-when-i-was-18.html">18 Things I Wish Someone Told Me</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/07/the-song-just-start-something.html">Just Start Something</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/07/moment-of-truth-change.html">Moment of Truth</a>, </span><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , sans-serif; font-size: 16px;"><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/06/a-good-question-to-ask-yourself.html">A Good Question to Ask</a> </span><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">and <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/08/two-choices.html">Two Choices</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , sans-serif;">There is no one on earth without a<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span><u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/11/dreams-do-come-true.html">dream</a></u>. I believe that no matter who you are in the world today, there must be something that you want to achieve with your life. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , sans-serif;">Interestingly, studies and proofs have shown that achieving great dreams, visions and success come in diverse ways but in similar fashion or style: same principle. Meaning? There are set of simple steps that guarantee success. They are so simple yet; so many people are missing them. The ones who have clues about these steps don’t even care to practice them. Little wonder why 80-20 Rule exists and, why wealth distribution is heading towards 90-10.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , sans-serif;">But,<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span><u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/06/interview-why-young-entrepreneurs-fail.html">why do people fail</a></u>? Is it because they don’t know these simple steps?<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span><u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/06/unsuccessful-entrepreneurs-why-habits.html">Why do businesses fail</a>?</u><span class="apple-converted-space"> </span>Why do great visions crash? Is it because of the<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span><u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/08/two-choices.html">Two Choices</a></u><span class="apple-converted-space"> </span>I wrote about last year? Or maybe it is because of<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span><u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/11/setbacks-to-achieving-goals.html">setbacks</a></u>; or they lack good<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span><u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/03/opportunity-inside-difficulty.html">opportunities</a></u>; or, is it that they obviously don’t know these principles? Why do people fail in this era of over-information? I am still wondering.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , sans-serif;">However, here is the proven principle, my indispensable steps, to achieve guaranteed success. “Did you say guaranteed success?” one of my mentee recently asked me. Yes, guaranteed success. Although, it does not guarantee that there won’t be<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span><u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/05/the-challenges-of-entrepreneurship.html">challenges</a></u><span class="apple-converted-space"> </span>and<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span><u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/11/setbacks-to-achieving-goals.html">setbacks</a></u>. Friend, it is a principle and not an insurance policy. You have to<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span><u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/02/plan-ahead.html">plan</a></u><span class="apple-converted-space"> </span>and work the rest out practicing the principle. Like my mentor always encouraged me when I started out in life “Nothing good comes easy, nothing. Expect the storms.”<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , sans-serif;">Believe that you can achieve your desire. Your status and position in life is not a reason you should be down.<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span><u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/11/rectitude-keep-believing-in-yourself.html">Believe in yourself</a></u><span class="apple-converted-space"> </span>and overcome every self-doubt. <u><a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/12/knowing-your-limitations.html">Ovecome your limitations</a></u>.<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span><u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/03/dream-bigger-dare-impossible.html">Dare to dream</a></u><span class="apple-converted-space"> </span>big. Always remember, an elephant can only be eaten bit by bit. Dream big but<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span><u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/04/small-beginnings.html">start small</a></u>. All history makers followed this step. It is only your belief that can<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span><u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/11/sex-and-business.html">drive</a></u><span class="apple-converted-space"> </span>you into massive action.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , sans-serif;">Once you convince yourself that you can achieve your desire, you must write it down. When you do, your focus will be sharpened; you will have direction, affirmation and even necessary reminders. [Read “<u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/04/why-i-write-things-down.html">Why I Write things down</a></u>”]. Writing your goals presents you with a map to follow; it broadens<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span><u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/03/amazing-isnt-it.html">your mind</a></u><span class="apple-converted-space"> </span>and potentials and guarantees steady growth and development. Work on it and you will see the difference. There is so much power in clarity.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , sans-serif;">Once you have done steps one and two above, your mind will automatically come up with strategies on how you can achieve the goal.<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span><u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/03/amazing-isnt-it.html">Our minds are amazing</a></u><span class="apple-converted-space"> </span>but, many people don’t know. Process your mind and get all the necessary strategies you will need. Seek help from mentors and experienced individuals where necessary and document [<u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/04/why-i-write-things-down.html">write down</a></u>] these strategies as well. Note: don’t worry if your strategies seem awkward at first, you will correct them all as you begin to take action.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , sans-serif;">Without action, nothing happens. It is useless to have big dreams without any real action. Once you begin to<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span><u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2012/10/results-and-excuses-get-real.html">take steps</a></u>, you will begin to<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span><u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/02/making-mistakes-and-learning-something.html">learn</a></u><span class="apple-converted-space"> </span>and receive feedbacks from necessary actions. Don’t expect to achieve new things in your first trial but, always be expectant that you will succeed. Success is in your<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span><u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/11/how-thoughts-become-things.html">thoughts</a></u><span class="apple-converted-space"> </span>hence; always think positive and<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span><u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/11/do-more.html">do more</a></u>. You will get your desired<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span><u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/10/five-business-lessons-from-tennis.html">results</a></u><span class="apple-converted-space"> </span>but it may take some time: keep at it until you<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span><u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/01/make-things-happen.html">make it happen</a></u>. Remember, the bicycle moves when you pedal but, stays up when you continually pedal: that is consistency.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , sans-serif;">These are the<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span><u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/05/a-pattern-that-yields.html">indispensable steps</a></u><span class="apple-converted-space"> </span>for success I use. They are the same for everybody depending on situations, conditions and positions. Take your time and begin to practice them, if you don’t know about them before. Success is a deliberate set of actions and reactions. I am a proof of these indispensable steps. Begin to use them strictly and inspire others to embrace them.<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span><u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/08/business-success-is-so-simple.html">Success is very simple</a></u>: but you must apply and abide to her rules. Start now and<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span><u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/04/small-beginnings.html">start small</a></u>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , sans-serif;">Also read: <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/06/3-seasons-2-actions-1-desire.html">3 Seasons of Life</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/10/lagos-molue-12-business-lessons-to-learn.html">The Lagos Molue</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/09/seven-reasons-people-dont-plan.html">7 Reasons people do not plan</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2012/03/self-motivation-gist.html">Stay Motivated</a>,<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span><a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/11/dreams-do-come-true.html">Dreams do Come True</a><span class="apple-converted-space"> </span>and <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/10/five-business-lessons-from-tennis.html">Lessons fromTennis</a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<div class="blogger-post-footer">A blog about success, business, social media, technology, entrepreneurship, and marketing.</div>Mina Angelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09801813020826443512noreply@blogger.com0United States, canada, united kingdom, germany, ukraine, russia, south africa, ghana, nigeria, kenya, egypt, india, china, australia, italy, France, Belgium, Spain, Portugal, Netherlands, Poland, Malta, England, Scotland, Switzerland, Australia, New Zealand, Austria, Denmark, Croatia, Slovakia, Czech Republic, Korea, Japan, Hong Kong, Panama, Argentina, Brazil, Zimbabwe, India, 55.378051 -3.4359729999999912.203021 -86.05316049999999 90 79.18121450000001tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5000503511159578264.post-77890050363583240992015-05-05T07:09:00.001-07:002016-09-28T03:51:50.129-07:00A distant heart and its lessons<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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he asked his students, 'why do we shout in anger? Why do people shout at each
other when they are upset?' <span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";"></span></span><br />
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The s<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";"><span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">tudents</span></span> thought for a while and one said, “Because
we lose our calm”. “But why <span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">shout</span> <span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">when</span> the other person is just next to you? asked
the professor. “Isn't it possible</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">Why do</span><span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"> you shout at a person when you are <span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif";">angry</span>? <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">In that class, the students
gave several answers but none satisfied the professor. Finally he explained, 'When
two people are angry at each other, there is a distance in their hearts
psychologically. To cover the distance, they must shout to be able to hear each
other. The angrier they are, the stronger they will shout to hear each other
through that great distance.”<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Then the Professor asked again,
'What happens when two people fall in love? They don't shout at each other but
talk softly. Why? Because their hearts are psychologically close. The distance
between them is very close.” The Professor continued, 'When they love each
other even more, what happens? They don't speak, only whisper and they even get
closer to each other in their love. Finally they even need not whisper, they
only look at each other and that's all.....<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">So, next time you shout on a
loved one, know that you are creating distance between your heart and that
person’s heart. Experience says a gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh
word stirs up anger.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Please SHARE with as many
friends as you can; you may be healing a hot tempered person today. Life is
easy; don't make it complex … Enjoy every moment.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Also read: <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/09/grow-up-not-older.html">Growing up</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/04/every-story.html">Every Story</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/07/please-read-touching-story.html">A Touching Story</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/06/a-good-question-to-ask-yourself.html">A Good Question to Ask</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/11/do-more.html">Do More</a> and <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/02/making-mistakes-and-learning-something.html">Making Mistakes</a></span></div>
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<div class="blogger-post-footer">A blog about success, business, social media, technology, entrepreneurship, and marketing.</div>Mina Angelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09801813020826443512noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5000503511159578264.post-37653600710394075892015-04-17T21:27:00.000-07:002015-06-24T02:51:51.506-07:00EIGHT PILLARS OF INNOVATION<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">How does a company like
Google continue to grow exponentially while still staying innovative? <b>Susan
Wojcicki</b>, Google's Senior Vice President of Advertising, discusses some of the
processes and principles in place to make sure that the company doesn't get
bogged down in</span><br />
<a name='more'></a><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";"> the past as it keeps moving forward.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">The greatest innovations
are the ones we take for granted, like light bulbs, refrigeration and
penicillin. But in a world where the miraculous very quickly becomes
common-place, how can a company, especially one as big as Google, maintain a
spirit of innovation year after year?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">Nurturing a culture that
allows for innovation is the key. As we’ve grown to over 26,000 employees in
more than 60 offices, we’ve worked hard to maintain the unique spirit that
characterized Google way back when I joined as employee #16.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">At that time I was Head
of Marketing (a group of one), and over the past decade I’ve been lucky enough
to work on a wide range of products. Some were big wins, others weren’t.
Although much has changed through the years, I believe our commitment to
innovation and risk has remained constant.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">What’s different is
that, even as we <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/11/dreams-do-come-true.html">dream</a></u> up what’s next, we face the classic innovator’s dilemma:
should we invest in brand new products, or should we improve existing ones? We
believe in doing both, and <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/02/making-mistakes-and-learning-something.html">learning</a></u> while we do it. Here are eight principles
of innovation we’ve picked up along the way to guide us as we go.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">HAVE A MISSION THAT
MATTERS<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">Work can be more than a
job when it stands for something you care about. Google’s mission is to
‘organize the world’s information and make it universally accessible and
useful.’ We use this simple statement to guide all of our decisions. When we
start work in a new area, it’s often because we see an important issue that
hasn’t been solved and we’re confident that technology can make a difference.
For example, <a href="http://www.gmail.com/" target="_blank">Gmail</a> was
created to address the need for more web email functionality, great search and
more storage.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">Our mission is one that
has the potential to touch many lives, and we make sure that all our employees
feel connected to it and empowered to help achieve it. In times of crisis, they
have helped by organizing life-saving information and making it readily
available. The dedicated Googlers who launched our <a href="http://google.org/personfinder/global/home.html" target="_blank">Person
Finder</a> tool (to learn more see <a href="http://www.google.com/think/articles/missions-that-matter.html" target="_blank">Missions that Matter</a>) within two hours of the earthquake
and tsunami in Japan this March are a wonderful recent example of that
commitment.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">THINK BIG BUT START
SMALL<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">No matter how ambitious
the plan, you have to roll up your sleeves and <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/04/small-beginnings.html">start somewhere</a></u>. <a href="http://books.google.com/" target="_blank">Google Books</a>, which has
brought the content of millions of books online, was an idea that our founder,
Larry Page, had for a long time. People thought it was too crazy even to try,
but he went ahead and bought a scanner and hooked it up in his office. He began
scanning pages, timed how long it took with a metronome, ran the numbers and
realized it would be possible to bring the world’s books online. Today, our
Book Search index contains over 10 million books.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">Similarly, <a href="http://www.google.com/adsense/" target="_blank">AdSense</a>, which
delivers contextual ads to websites, started when one engineer put ads in
Gmail. We realized that with more sophisticated technology we could do an even
better job by devoting additional resources to this tiny project. Today,
AdSense ads reach 80 percent of global internet users – it is the world’s
largest ad network – and we have hundreds of thousands of publishers worldwide.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">STRIVE FOR CONTINUAL
INNOVATION, NOT INSTANT PERFECTION<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">The best part of working
on the web? We get do-overs. Lots of them. The first version of <a href="http://adwords.google.com/" target="_blank">AdWords</a>, released in
1999, wasn’t very successful – almost no one clicked on the ads. Not many
people remember that because we kept iterating and eventually reached the model
we have today. And we’re still improving it; every year we run tens of
thousands of search and ads quality experiments, and over the past year we’ve
launched over a dozen new formats. Some products we update every day.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">Our iterative process
often teaches us invaluable lessons. Watching users ‘in the wild’ as they use
our products is the best way to find out what works, then we can act on that
feedback. It’s much better to learn these things early and be able to respond
than to go too far down the wrong path.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri; mso-fareast-language: EN-US;">Iterating has served us well. We weren’t first
to Search, but we were able to make progress in the market by working quickly,
learning faster and taking our next steps based on data.</span><br />
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<b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">LOOK FOR IDEAS
EVERYWHERE<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">As the leader of our Ads
products, I want to hear ideas from everyone – and that includes our partners,
advertisers and all of the people on my team. I also want to be a part of the
conversations Googlers are having in the hallways.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">Several years ago, we
took this quite literally and posted an ideas board on a wall at Google’s
headquarters in Mountain View. On a Friday night, an engineer went to the board
and wrote down the details of a convoluted problem we had with our ads system.
A group of Googlers lacking exciting plans for the evening began re-writing the
algorithm within hours and had solved the problem by Tuesday.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">Some of the best ideas
at Google are sparked just like that – when small groups of Googlers take a
break on a random afternoon and start talking about things that excite them.
The <a href="http://www.googleartproject.com/" target="_blank">Google Art
Project</a>, which brought thousands of museum works online, and successful
AdWords features like Automated Rules, are great examples of projects that
started out in our ‘microkitchens.’ This is why we make sure Google is stocked
with plenty of snacks at all times.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">SHARE EVERYTHING<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">Our employees know
pretty much everything that’s going on and why decisions are made. Every
quarter, we share the entire Board Letter with all 26,000 employees, and we
present the same slides presented to the Board of Directors in a company-wide
meeting.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">By sharing everything,
you encourage the discussion, exchange and re-interpretation of ideas, which
can lead to unexpected and innovative outcomes. We try to facilitate this by
working in small, crowded teams in open cube arrangements, rather than
individual offices.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">When someone has an idea
or needs input on a decision, they can just look up and say, ‘Hey…’ to the
person sitting next to them. Maybe that cube-mate will have something to
contribute as well. The idea for language translation in <a href="http://www.google.com/talk/" target="_blank">Google Talk</a> (our
Gmail chat client) came out of conversations between the Google Talk and <a href="https://translate.google.com/" target="_blank">Google Translate</a> teams
when they happened to be working near one another.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">SPARK WITH IMAGINATION,
FUEL WITH DATA<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">In our fast-evolving
market, it’s hard for people to know, or even imagine, what they want. That’s
why we recruit people who believe the impossible can become a reality. One
example is <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sebastian_Thrun" target="_blank">Sebastian Thrun</a> who, along with his team, is building
technology for driverless cars to reduce the number of lives lost to roadside
accidents each year. These cars, still in development, have logged 140,000
hands-free miles driving down San Francisco’s famously twisty Lombard Street,
across the Golden Gate Bridge and up the Pacific Coast Highway without a single
accident.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">We try to encourage this
type of blue-sky thinking through ‘20 percent time’ – a full day a week during
which engineers can work on whatever they want. Looking back at our launch
calendar over a recent six-month period, we found that many products started
life in employees’ 20 percent time.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">What begins with
intuition is fueled by insights. If you’re lucky, these reinforce one another.
For a while the number of Google search results displayed on a page was 10
simply because our founders thought that was the best number. We eventually did
a test, asking users, ‘Would you like 10, 20 or 30 search results on one page?’
They unanimously said they wanted 30. But 10 results did far better in actual
user tests, because the page loaded faster. It turns out that providing 30
results was 20 percent slower than providing 10, and what users really wanted
was speed. That’s the beautiful thing about data – it can either back up your
instincts or prove them totally wrong.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">BE A PLATFORM<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">There is so much
awe-inspiring innovation being driven by people all over the globe. That’s why
we believe so strongly in the power of open technologies. They enable anyone,
anywhere, to apply their unique skills, perspectives and passions to the
creation of new products and features on top of our platforms.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">This openness helps to
move the needle forward for everyone involved. <a href="http://www.google.com/earth/index.html" target="_blank">Google Earth</a>,
for example, allows developers to build ‘layers’ on top of our maps and share
them with the world. One user created a layer that uses animations of real-time
sensor data to illustrate what might happen if sea levels rose from one to 100
meters. Another famous example of open technology is our mobile platform, <a href="http://www.android.com/" target="_blank">Android</a>. There are currently
over 310 devices on the market built on the Android OS, and close to half a
million Android developers outside the company who enjoy the support of
Google’s extensive resources. These independent developers are responsible for
most of the 200,000 apps in the Android marketplace.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">NEVER FAIL TO FAIL<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">Google is known
for <a href="http://www.youtube.com/" target="_blank">YouTube</a>, not
Google Video Player. The thing is, people remember your hits more than your
misses. It’s okay to fail as long as you learn from your mistakes and correct
them fast. Trust me, we’ve failed plenty of times. Knowing that it’s okay to
fail can free you up to take risks. And the tech industry is so dynamic that
the moment you stop taking risks is the moment you get left behind.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">Two of the first
projects I worked on at Google, AdSense and Google Answers, were both uncharted
territory for the company. While AdSense grew to be a multi-billion-dollar
business, Google Answers (which let users post questions and pay an expert for
the answer) was retired after four years. We learned a lot in that time, and we
were able to apply the knowledge we had gathered to the development of future
products. If we’d been afraid to fail, we never would have tried Google Answers
or AdSense, and missed an opportunity with each one.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">Our growing Google
workforce comes to us from all over the world, bringing with them vastly
different experiences and backgrounds. A set of strong common principles for a
company makes it possible for all its employees to work as one and move forward
together. We just need to continue to say ‘yes’ and resist a culture of ‘no’,
accept the inevitability of failures, and continue iterating until we get
things right.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">As it says on our
homepage, ‘I’m feeling lucky.’ That’s certainly how I feel coming to work every
day, and something I never want to take for granted.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">Culled from:</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";"><b><a href="https://www.thinkwithgoogle.com/articles/8-pillars-of-innovation.html">www.thinkwithgoogle.com</a></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">Also read: Frugal innovation, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/11/creativity-is-worth-millions.html">Creativity is Worth Millions</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2011/08/think-outside-box.html">Think Outside The Box</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/08/two-choices.html">Make Choices</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/10/what-have-people-told-you.html">What Have People Told You?</a> and <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/03/opportunity-inside-difficulty.html">Opportunities in Difficulty</a>.</span></div>
<div class="blogger-post-footer">A blog about success, business, social media, technology, entrepreneurship, and marketing.</div>Mina Angelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09801813020826443512noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5000503511159578264.post-48701503733278839442015-04-17T21:21:00.000-07:002015-06-24T02:50:37.981-07:00WHY I WRITE THINGS DOWN<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri;">Over
the years, one of the most powerful habits I have established in my life is the
art of jotting and writing. When I started taking notes in 2002, I started
without knowing the reasons why. By 2005 when I eventually stumbled upon it, my
life transformed and grew. But, by mid-2008 when I stopped writing things down
purposefully, I felt a sharp decline in my growth, <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/03/discover-your-passions.html">productivity</a></u></span><br />
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pursuits, career and life. In 2009, I retraced my steps and picked myself up.
Since then, you don’t need to ask…<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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is it so important?</span></b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri;">According
to Michael Leboeuf<i>,</i> <i>“When you write down your ideas you
automatically focus your full attention on them. Few if any of us can write one
thought and think another at the same time. Thus a pencil and paper make
excellent concentration tools.”<o:p></o:p></i></span></div>
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You don’t remember everything. Relying on your memory to store things
without offloading isn’t very reliable. Since I started writing things down
more often, I get sharper reviews from my notes that when I was relying solely
on my memory. Our memories do leak.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Ideas are very swift. Ideas don’t stay for long: they can pop up at
strange times as inspiration. You need to capture them fast or they are gone in
the wind. Such ideas can be ice breaking as the case of <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/06/the-walt-disney-train-ride-in-1928.html">Walt
Disney</a></u>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Written goal brings clarity and focus. It gives you direction, affirmation and
reminder. Sometimes, they form the basis for your routines all year.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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A written to-do-list helps maximize your daily focus and time. But, you must
take the time to write it down while <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/02/plan-ahead.html">planning</a></u> your
day.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Writing things down reduces mental clogging. It will help you think straight
and better. It will reduce the rate of processes on your mind.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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It gives proper brain ventilation to solve problems. When you write things
down: facts, figures, thoughts and feelings, you get an overview of the problem
and will easily make connections. It makes problem solving much easier. Don’t
hold too many thoughts in your head at once; they will drive you crazy.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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You will get to know yourself better if you write things down. Using diaries
and journals you will help you learn so much about yourself and your life. I
was there and I know so.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Writing things down will guarantee steady growth and development for you. I
have not known anytime that I have fared better without writing things down.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri;">Dear
friend, stop struggling with your brain over nothing. Life should be fun and
not a burden. Give your brain some space and stop overloading it up like the
hard drive in your computer. Writing things down will definitely improve your
health, responsiveness, ability to remember vital information when required and
limited occurrence of brain blackout. Start writing things down and see the
difference on your life in 3 months.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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share your experiences about writing things down with others.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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read</span></b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri;">: <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/03/discover-your-passions.html">Discover
your Passions</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/12/knowing-your-limitations.html">Knowing
your Limitations</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/11/sex-and-business.html">Sex and
Business</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/12/knowing-your-limitations.html">Overcoming
the Fear of Failure</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/07/the-song-just-start-something.html">Start
Something</a> and <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/12/why-do-people-procrastinate.html">Quit
Procrastination</a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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May the joy of resurrection fill your home this season and beyond in Jesus name
[AMEN!]. <o:p></o:p></span></i></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><b>Happy
Easter to you all!</b> Please read below an Easter present to you </span><span style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">…</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">A man
who was tired of life decided to commit suicide under a mango tree. He wrote a note
to his family and left on the dining table indicating where his dead body will
be found and why he has given himself up</span><br />
<a name='more'></a><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"> to death (poverty). <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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minutes later, his son showed up at home with excitement and happiness; full of
life. He saw the note and read it three times to fully understand and come out
of his excitement. So, he dashed to the back of the house only to see his
father standing on a stool with a knotted rope closely around his neck. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri;">Also read</span></b><span style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">: <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2012/09/can-you-say-i-love-my-job_13.html">I Love my Job</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/05/talent.html">Talent</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/05/levelling-up.html">Levelling Up</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2012/03/self-motivation-gist.html">Self-motivation</a>,
<a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/03/fds-thoughts-quotes.html">Some Thoughts</a> and <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/06/3-seasons-2-actions-1-desire.html">3 Seasons 1 Desire</a>.</span></div>
<div class="blogger-post-footer">A blog about success, business, social media, technology, entrepreneurship, and marketing.</div>Mina Angelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09801813020826443512noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5000503511159578264.post-9217826821730252252015-04-02T19:07:00.000-07:002016-07-28T05:48:55.357-07:00Small beginnings<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<i><span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">You can count the number of seeds in an apple, but you cannot count the number of apples in a seed</span></i><span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">. – <b>Robert Schuller</b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Coca-cola is the world’s largest marketer of soft drinks with a presence in more than 185 counties. It controls about 45 percent of the world’s soft drink market. Coca-cola is renowned to be the best-known brand name and most universally recognized word in the world. It might however interest you to know that this giant soft drink producer started </span><span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode", sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">in a small way in 1886 when Dr. Pemberton, a poor old patent medicine man, sought a substitute to counter the growing influence and evil of alcohol. </span><u style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode", sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/08/business-success-is-so-simple.html">Success</a></u><span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode", sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">, as you know, is finding a need and filling it. It is locating a problem and solving it, or discovering a hurt and healing it.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><br />Pemberton first produced his soft drink brand on a three-legged kettle. Hmm! Those were indeed days of small beginnings. As a Candler later saw what many eyes couldn’t see, he purchased the formula for a mere $500, and the rest is history. Millions of liters of ‘coke’ are today produced all over the world in large factories, providing livelihood to hundreds of thousands of employees, marketers, contractors, suppliers, traders and lots more, and satisfaction to its millions of consumers. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><br />One thing we must <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/02/making-mistakes-and-learning-something.html">learn</a></u> is never to despise the days of small beginnings; just as children and living things grow, so do dreams and ideas. Out of small seeds come the giant trees of the forest. Every forest is the product of seeds. What you hold in your hand may look small, but it could have the potential of becoming great.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><br />Most great achievers were mocked and ridiculed at the beginning. What many do not know however is that there could be no great harvest without planting seeds. The future is not something that arrives by accident. If you are too big to do small things, you will be too small to do big things. A dream is but the projection of the morrow and reminds us of the hope that lies ahead. It is seeing a future that is better than today. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">What you see determines what you become. Tomorrow belongs to dreamers, not wishers, thinkers, go-getters, complainers and grumblers. Tomorrow is for players, not spectators; believers not doubters; actors, not cowards. Those who see the future are always willing to take appropriate steps to <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/01/make-things-happen.html">make it happen</a></u>. You cannot do the incredible if you are reluctant to <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/03/dream-bigger-dare-impossible.html">dream the impossible</a></u>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><br />Battles are usually won and lost in the mind. Never be ashamed of your smallness and don’t be afraid to start small. To be small is not a sickness, reproach, or disgrace: all great edifices have started small. There is a man in every boy and a woman in every girl. Smallness is only a stage. Nobody was ever born great, but everyone has the potential of greatness within. For greatness is what you become, based on what you do. You may be born in a manger, but you don’t have to stay there. Those who want to start life from the top may have to wait a long time. Don’t forget that the only job you start from the top is the job of digging a hole.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><br />Expand your horizon. Develop the winner’s mentality. Imbibe attitudes that count. Where you are coming from cannot determine where you could go. You must <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2011/08/think-outside-box.html">live without ceilings</a></u>. You can achieve greatness. On the pathway to destiny, what matters is your dream, vision, generated <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/03/discover-your-passions.html">passion</a></u>, your willingness to go the extra mile and <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/03/dream-bigger-dare-impossible.html">dare to be different</a></u>, to persevere and keep on keeping on until you reach your dreamland with faith and conviction.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><br />According to Zadox Robinwits: “A man’s dreams are an index of his greatness” <u><a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.co.uk/2013/11/how-thoughts-become-things.html">What you see</a></u> is what you become. Some of us carry pictures of great edifices in our mind’s eyes, of the things we want to achieve or become. Tragically however many have remained where they are because they are not willing to start small. We don’t give birth to grown-ups, we give birth to babies. That’s the process set by the Creator. Adam messed up everything because he started big. He became great without passing through the process. You don’t reach the top by looking at the top. When you see a man at the top, find out what he did at the bottom. Things don’t just happen. We make them happen.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><br />Remember that everyone has a piece of good news inside of him. There’s a potential hero in everyone and a heroine in every woman. The chances are that you could be the next celebrity if only you were willing to dream dreams and take the right step. Permit me to remind you that the greatest stories have not yet been written. The best songs have not yet been sung. The best books have not yet been written. The best companies have not yet come on stage. The best products are yet to be displayed. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Every day new stars are born, celebrities are unveiled, Mr. Nobody becomes Mr. Somebody, and greatness is discovered in unexpected places. Look at the mirror; you may be looking at the next legend. Think big, and your deeds will grow. Don’t join the company of small thinkers who limit their dreams to the obstacles and challenges they see around. Small thinkers don’t dream great dreams.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><br />Many people have little hope for a better tomorrow because they hardly see beyond their problems. Of course the world we live in is embroiled with all manners of crises, which is precisely why it needs dreamers. The most celebrated persons in history were simply dreamers who wanted something better, something more or superior. They were willing to engage their time, energy, resources, and indeed their very lives to bring into manifestation the picture they carried in their minds. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Success is not an accident. Life is a fight against many forces. Anything that comes easily is most often not worth much. Don’t tell me that Asa Candler didn’t risk something or face challenges on his way to turning his dream into reality. As Muhammad Ali said, “He who is not courageous enough to take the risk will accomplish nothing.”<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><br />It is your birthright to dream great dreams, to imagine noble, lofty, heroic, stately, magnificent, wonderful and significant things. There’s enough room at the top for you. Don’t allow someone else to take your place. You could become a superstar, an icon and role model in your own right. You could stand out. You could excel. You could do well. There’s space for every imaginable dream under the sun. The sky is too wide for two stars to collide. If others could make it, you too can. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><br />Permit me to end this discourse with the words of Jim Rohn: “Let others lead small lives, but not you. Let others argue over small things, but not you. Let others cry over small hurts, but not you. Let others leave their future in someone else’s hands, but not you.” Remember that smallness is only a stage. Let others resign themselves to a life of mediocrity and insignificance, but not you. You are next in line for a miracle. Your own story will one day be written in style, if you don’t give up on yourself.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><br />Welcome to your dream world. <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/11/dreams-do-come-true.html">Keep on dreaming</a></u>, <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/11/rectitude-keep-believing-in-yourself.html">keep on believing</a></u>, keep on hoping, <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/11/how-i-implement-my-ideas.html">keep on taking steps</a></u>, keep on keeping on, keep on winning, and keep on making things happen.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Also read</span></b><span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">: <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/12/knowing-your-limitations.html">Know Your Limitations</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/02/plan-ahead.html">Planning Ahead</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.co.uk/2014/11/setbacks-to-achieving-goals.html">Overcoming Setbacks</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/11/do-more.html">Do More</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/10/what-have-people-told-you.html">You Can Do It</a> and <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/11/creativity-is-worth-millions.html">Creativity is Worth Millions</a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<div class="blogger-post-footer">A blog about success, business, social media, technology, entrepreneurship, and marketing.</div>Mina Angelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09801813020826443512noreply@blogger.com0California, USA36.778261 -119.4179323999999823.886875500000002 -140.07222939999997 49.6696465 -98.763635399999984tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5000503511159578264.post-6149685912745913332015-03-13T19:17:00.000-07:002016-11-16T02:34:05.185-08:00NEVER GIVE UP: NOT NOW<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Have you ever thought about giving up on yourself or your dream?
Yes, me too. But, some people do actually give up beyond their <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/11/how-thoughts-become-things.html">thoughts</a></u>; in
their attitude, in their actions. It is not because they really want to but, it
is because they didn’t hear the sound of that</span><br />
<a name='more'></a><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"> small voice that has encouraged
them through. At some point in our various journeys in life, we get to a part
where we feel like giving up. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Sometimes we give up before we even start and other times we
give up just before we are about to make that big break. Take a look at the
picture below. Sometimes, we are just like the lower guy; we are throwing the
towel, giving in and turning back at the point we needed to take a few more
breaths and break through. My friend, this is no assumption but reality in
yours and my life.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">In this article, I have some reasons why I have not given up on
my <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/11/dreams-do-come-true.html">dreams</a> for many years now, despite daunting </span><u style="color: #333333; font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/08/some-challenges-facing-family-owned.html">challenges</a></u><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">. Although my
dreams are different from yours, yes, nonetheless, there is always a point
where our differences align. Pick these reasons from there and move with them.
I believe there is a reason you are reading this article now, please don’t hold
back from it. Let us have them:</span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">The only valid <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2012/10/results-and-excuses-get-real.html">excuse</a></u> you have to give up is if you are
dead. As long as you are able to get this article to read, there is STRONG
hope that you will succeed intentionally just as Thomas Edison. Keep at
it irrespective of the number of attempts, the bulb will eventually glow. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">The chance of mastering something the first time you do it is
almost non-existent. Everything takes time to learn and you will make <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/02/making-mistakes-and-learning-something.html">mistakes</a></u>.
Learn from them and grow. “Repetition is the mother of <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/01/learn-something-new.html">learning</a></u>,” a wise
man once said. Don’t also forget how we learn to ride bicycles as kids: it
takes practice, patience and persistence.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">He is one of the best nuero-surgeons in our lifetime. He did not
walk into that status without sweat or hard work. He worked hard for it and
persisted with the limited resources he had access to. He never gave up despite
his childhood and background. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">He psyched himself to greatness. He kept telling himself “Float
like a butterfly, sting like a bee” several times during training and
preparations for bouts and indeed, it worked for him. Muhammad Ali is
one of the best boxers the world has ever known. He suffered only 5 losses
while having 56 wins and was the first boxer to win the lineal heavyweight
championship three times. This is a guy who literally knows how to get knocked
down and get back up.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">In the movie, “<b>The Pursuit of Happiness</b>” by Chris Gardner,
the lead character (Will Smith) went from the lowest of the lows in an
environment where most people would give up (no money, no job, his wife left
and he has a son to cater for) to the highest of the highs (A successful salesman
and millionaire) against all odds. If you ever think about giving up, watch
this movie!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">You are stronger than you think. One little setback is not
enough to stop you from achieving your goals: neither can 10, 100 or 1000 <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/11/setbacks-to-achieving-goals.html">setbacks</a></u>.
Remember, every setback is a stepping stone for a comeback. Think like a
marathoner; life/success is a marathon and not a sprint. Think Mandela! You can
do it!!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">You don’t have to be known as someone that is weak and gives up.
Go out there and prove yourself to the world and to yourself. <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/01/make-things-happen.html">You can</a></u> achieve
whatever you set out to do; the only time you will fail is when you give up. <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/08/do-you-know-keith-richards-and.html">Bill Gates</a></u> was a dropout but not a failure; because he proved himself and gave
his idea, Microsoft, value. Now most homes in the world uses Microsoft
in one form or the other and today, Microsoft is a sellout.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">If someone else has done it so can you. Even if it is only one
other person in the world that has achieved what you have set out to achieve,
that should be reason enough for you to never give up. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<u><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/11/dreams-do-come-true.html">Believe in your dreams</a></span></u><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"> and don’t sell
yourself short! In <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/06/3-seasons-2-actions-1-desire.html">life</a></u> there are going to be many people who will try
to bring you down and tell you what you want to achieve is not possible. <u><a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/10/what-have-people-told-you.html">What have they told you</a>?</u> Don’t let anyone destroy your dreams. <u><a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/09/12-business-advice-you-should-ignore.html">Ignore</a></u>
your naysayers and move on. If Michael Faraday did not discover electricity
what do you think life would have being now? <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Let the people you love and who mean the world to you be your
inspiration to persist and persevere. Maybe you need to try alternatives, fine.
Research more, study more, practice more and <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/11/do-more.html">do more</a></u>. Remember, your
family and friends are proudly looking up to you and patiently expecting you to
celebrate your victory and success. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Right now there are many people who are in worse situations and conditions
than you are. It may not seem as easy like I am saying it but, look deep inside
you: you have strengths still inside of you that you can bring out.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">When you achieve whatever you set out to achieve you can use
your <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/08/business-success-is-so-simple.html">success</a></u> to make a difference to the world or in other people’s
lives. Imagine what electricity is doing in our world today; the printing
machine, automobiles, airplanes, even the internet? Please, don’t stop now! <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">There will always be plenty of naysayers and people who
will always remind you of their warnings not to try something at all. Don’t
give them the chance to brag; don’t allow them ridicule your <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/11/sex-and-business.html">drive</a></u>.
Don’t pay attention to them and don’t take what they say to heart. <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/11/rectitude-keep-believing-in-yourself.html">Keep believing in yourself</a></u>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Don’t ever let anybody tell you otherwise. You deserve to be
happy and you deserve to be successful. Keep that mindset and never give up
until you reach your destination! You will have a sense of </span>fulfilment<span style="font-size: 12pt;"> when you
accomplish a given goal. Don’t you think so? I know so because I have been
there severally.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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others<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Be an inspiration to others by refusing to give up. Who knows
what someone else can achieve because you never gave up and in turn inspired them
not to give up. If you must know, the Wright brothers are one of my
inspirations, <u><a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/11/femi-otedola-man-of-courage-tenacity.html">Femi Otedola</a></u>, Sam Adeyemi and many more. However, I am not
inspired by their names but, by their <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/09/grow-up-not-older.html">stories</a></u>. Yours will not be
different.<b><o:p></o:p></b></span></div>
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not to<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">I know I am not any sort of guru or godly figure but, I urge you
not to give up now. Never give up. Life is in phases: if you don’t complete a
phase it will be very challenging to compete or fare well in a higher one. Have
the courage to move and press on. Every challenge has its solution inside of
it, even the one you are currently facing. Do keep at it, it will work!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">One of Joel Osteen’s encouragement slogans is this. And I
believe in it a lot. If you have read the story in the book “Acres of Diamond,”
the owner of the land wouldn’t have sold it off if only an expert told him
this. My friend, you are closer than you think and farther than you can
remember. Do not give up now; press a bit further.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">What do you think? Do you still have any more reason to give up
now? I doubt it. I am happy this article got to you now before your decision to
quit. However, help someone else that will (may) need it by sharing: you never
can tell.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "lucida sans unicode" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Also read: <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/08/two-choices.html">Two Choices</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/08/a-little-effort-and-c-plan.html">Plan C</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/02/rugged-gigs-what-for.html">Rugged Gigs</a>, <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/03/opportunity-inside-difficulty.html">Opportunities in Difficulty</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/07/moment-of-truth-change.html">Changes</a> and <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2012/10/results-and-excuses-get-real.html">Results & Excuses</a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="color: blue;">Hey, this ppragraah is wetrtin in Eglsinh but smoe of the wdors wree mexid up. Can you raed and uasdnetnrd it? Olny srmat poelpe can. I culod not blveiee taht I cluod aulaclty uesdnatnrd waht I was rdanieg - The phaonmneal pweor of the hmuan mnid. Aoccdrnig to a rscheearch at Cmabrigde Uinervtisy, it deosn't mttaer in waht oredr the ltteers in a wrod are, the olny iprmoatnt tihng is taht the fsrit and lsat lteters be in tiher rghit pclaes. The rset can</span></span><br />
<a name='more'></a><span style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="color: blue;"> be a taotl mses and you can sitll raed it wouthit a porbelm. Tihs is bcuseae the huamn mnid deos not raed ervey lteter by istlef, but the wrod as a wlohe. Amzanig huh? Yaeh! Now, konw taht slpeling is mroe ipmorantt wehn wtrniig tahn wehn rdenaig.</span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Were you able to read the paragraph above? What do you think? Amazing, isn’t it? This is to show you how powerful our minds are and highly efficient: if only we believe and recognize what it can really achieve and dare to do more. I believe there is someone in your circle that needs a bit of this information to make the next level; please </span>endeavour<span style="font-size: 12pt;"> to share with them.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;"><span style="color: #741b47;">Hey, this paragraph is written in English but some of the words are mixed up. Can you read and understand it? Only smart people can. I could not believe that I could actually understand what I was reading - The phenomenal power of the human mind. According to a research at Cambridge University, it doesn’t matter in what order the letters in a word are, the only important thing is that the first and last letters be in their right places. The rest can be a total mess and you can still read it without a problem. This is because the human mind does not read every letter by itself, but the word as a whole. Amazing, huh? Yeah! Now, know that spelling is more important when writing than when reading.</span><o:p></o:p></span></i></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Also read: <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/11/do-more.html" style="color: #4c1130; text-decoration: none;">Do more</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2011/08/think-outside-box.html" style="color: #4c1130; text-decoration: none;">Think Outside the Box</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/06/3-seasons-2-actions-1-desire.html" style="color: #4c1130; text-decoration: none;">Seasons of Life</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/12/knowing-your-limitations.html" style="color: #4c1130; text-decoration: none;">Overcoming your Limitations</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/11/rectitude-keep-believing-in-yourself.html" style="color: #4c1130; text-decoration: none;">Believe inYourself</a> and<a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2012/10/results-and-excuses-get-real.html" style="color: #4c1130; text-decoration: none;">Getting Results</a></span></div>
<div class="blogger-post-footer">A blog about success, business, social media, technology, entrepreneurship, and marketing.</div>Mina Angelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09801813020826443512noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5000503511159578264.post-89017945683865996652015-03-07T18:24:00.000-08:002015-06-24T02:59:09.433-07:00DREAM BIGGER: DARE THE IMPOSSIBLE<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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big can be a challenge in this age of ever increasing information and
technology. Although, it cannot be said for everyone but, a large part of the
world’s population are in blackout from dreaming, and taking steps that will
make <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/11/dreams-do-come-true.html">dreams come</a></u></span><br />
<a name='more'></a><span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"><u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/11/dreams-do-come-true.html"> true</a></u>. Or, don’t you agree with me?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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who do not believe dreams come true, you need to <u><a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/11/rectitude-keep-believing-in-yourself.html">believe in yourself</a></u>.
You need to stay in your thoughts and think deeper if you’d have dreams
and not mere wishes. You need to know what you need and what you want and know
the difference. As we go through this year, take time out to dream about the
year and write out possible action plans. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">What is
your pending dream in recent years? What are you waiting for to start it? See, the
dream you never started will not have hope nor see the light of day. But with starting,
your dream has a good chance to come true. Dreams do not happen just like that;
they will mostly make you go through rigorous and complex processes. Even technology
and innovations, don’t happen at the snap of fingers; they involve continuous
research, repeated tests, recordings, analysis and counter-analysis. So, what is your <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2012/10/results-and-excuses-get-real.html">excuse</a></u>? What have
being your <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/12/knowing-your-limitations.html">limitations</a></u>? <s><o:p></o:p></s></span></div>
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to remind you that nothing is impossible. You can have, do or be anything you
can imagine – <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/11/how-thoughts-become-things.html">thoughts become things</a></u>. Combine hard work, <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/03/discover-your-passions.html">passion</a></u>
and commitment to anything you do, you will see results like never before.
Begin to be the <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/09/coping-with-change.html">change</a></u> you want and start to dream bigger. You can do
it; you can create your own <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/03/opportunity-inside-difficulty.html">opportunities</a>. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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that success has no limits. We only create mental barriers with our limiting
mindsets thus; making us not to achieve as much as we have capacity to achieve.
Nothing is too far and out of your reach – it is just a function of your
mindset. So, train your mindset to dream bigger. According to Tony Robbins, "The
only limit to your impact is your imagination and commitment."<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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life, if you will achieve greatness, then you must dream bigger. Many years ago
when I started dreaming about being celebrated, awards and <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/12/making-money-out-of-fame.html">fame</a></u>, I asked
one of my mentors for advice and this is what he told me: “To attain fame and
celebrity status and win awards and paparazzi, you must do things you haven’t
done before, create or innovate things that has never been done, smash old
records and create new ones and then, dream bigger than you have always
dreamt.” This is so true.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">I have
listened to many people say that most people don’t dream big enough. Yes,
because they limit themselves with their mindsets and they don’t know any
better. I believe people dream based on the quality and quantity of information
in and around them. You cannot be smarter than the information inside you rarely
do you become more creative than the information around you. So, begin to hunt
for quality information from now, if you must dream bigger and dare the
impossible.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">You can
stretch your mind. Read books and literature, access audio and visual media,
follow resource people up, seek mentors for guide, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/06/a-good-question-to-ask-yourself.html">ask questions</a> and <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/11/do-more.html">do more</a></u>
than what you normally do. <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/01/learn-something-new.html">Learn something new</a> and go to places you
haven’t been to. Join social groups and professional bodies that will sharpen
your mind. Take time to think and meditate on situations, ideas and solutions. <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2011/08/think-outside-box.html">Think outside the box</a>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">In all,
as you look into the year, dream bigger and <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/02/plan-ahead.html">plan ahead</a></u>. Take bold steps,
be passionate and committed to whatever you do. Know and overcome your
limitations and the <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/11/setbacks-to-achieving-goals.html">setbacks to achieving goals</a></u>. And focus continually
until you achieve great heights.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">I am
living most of the things I post on this blog and I urge you to do likewise as
much as you can. Have the mindset to do more in everything you do and manage change
where necessary. <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/06/the-walt-disney-train-ride-in-1928.html">Start something now</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/06/the-walt-disney-train-ride-in-1928.html">think creativity</a>, skip <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/12/why-do-people-procrastinate.html">procrastination</a></u>,
take massive action and <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/10/what-have-people-told-you.html">don’t let anyone tell you different</a></u>. You can
become the person you want to become; just believe in yourself, dream bigger
and dare higher.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Also read</span></b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">: <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/11/setbacks-to-achieving-goals.html">Overcoming the Fear of Failure</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/04/100-things-leke-taught-me.html">100 Things Leke Taught Me</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/03/career-bricks-in-your-briefcase-part-1.html">Bricks in your Briefcase</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/05/levelling-up.html">Levelling Up</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/05/which-one-are-you.html">Which One are You</a> and <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/08/a-little-effort-and-c-plan.html">Using Plan-C</a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<div class="blogger-post-footer">A blog about success, business, social media, technology, entrepreneurship, and marketing.</div>Mina Angelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09801813020826443512noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5000503511159578264.post-35169816339402983092015-02-22T12:33:00.000-08:002015-07-02T05:34:46.432-07:00MAKING MISTAKES AND LEARNING SOMETHING NEW<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="background: white; font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif;">One important advantage
of making mistake is learning lessons from them</span><span style="background: white; font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif;">. Whether the lesson is how not to do something or a deeper knowledge about
something, or information about others or how to position yourself for <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/03/opportunity-inside-difficulty.html" target="_blank">opportunities</a></span></div>
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there must be lessons to be. According to Winston Churchill, ‘<i>All men make mistakes, but only wise men
learn from them.</i>’<b> </b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif;">However, I don’t like
making mistakes and I doubt if you do. But then, I have come to accept that
mistakes are</span><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"> inevitable; no one is perfect. The same goes for
processes and patterns; none is perfect. Remember, <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/09/coping-with-change.html" target="_blank">change</a></u> is the only constant
thing. Mistakes play a crucial role in our learning process especially when it
involves learning something new … and we learn something new every day.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">It will surprise you to note that a large percentage
of the advice which we all share with close friends, family, relatives, colleagues
and strangers are mints from deep thoughts and mostly lessons learned from
making mistakes. Hence, we must receive mistakes warmly and learn from them
continually as they occur from time to time.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Obviously, sometimes it is best for us to make our own
mistakes and learn from them because there are so many lessons learnt from
diverse and peculiar situations hence; warranting diverse and conflicting
advice, posts and hints. These are causing contradictory and confusing information
for so many lazy and reluctant people that don’t want to make mistakes at all. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Meanwhile, what we make out of mistakes greatly
depends on individuals and personalities. Some people make <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2012/10/results-and-excuses-get-real.html" target="_blank">excuses</a></u> out
of mistakes while many others make enterprising things out of them: <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/03/opportunity-inside-difficulty.html" target="_blank">opportunities</a></u>,
inspiration, adventures, careers, martyrs, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/12/making-money-out-of-fame.html" target="_blank">fame</a> and history. So, know
that mistakes and learning go hand in hand. <s><o:p></o:p></s></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">For example, you cannot learn to play the keyboard
without missing notes and keys. Similarly, you cannot become an NBA star without
practice and missing baskets. You cannot produce a song or a movie without
rehearsing out the mistakes. Mistakes are truly inevitable but they comprise a
reliable way of <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/01/learn-something-new.html" target="_blank">learning something new</a>: be it in the sciences, arts,
entertainment, style, business, construction, etc.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">According
to Alfred Alder, in a script I read a while ago; he said, <i>‘What do you do
when you learn to swim? You make mistakes. And what happens then? You make more
mistakes and when you have made them all without drowning what do you find?
That you can swim! Life is just the same as learning to swim. Do not be afraid
of making mistakes, for there is no better way of learning.’</i><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">What
about learning to ride a bicycle? You similarly make mistakes: you mistake to balance,
you mistake to pedal, you mistake to look forward or apply the brakes and much
more. And the outcome is mostly: you will fall, or not move, hit something or
someone or be hit by someone. But what happens after a while? You realize you
can ride the bicycle with ease and without mistakes. That is life for you and
it is applicable to career, family, business, arts, sports, etc.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Finally, don’t beat yourself up about your mistakes. Wallowing
in self-pity will kill your <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/11/sex-and-business.html" target="_blank">drive</a></u>, disempower you, slow you and make you
begin to struggle. And despite the fact that mistakes always cost something; <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/06/we-all-need-money.html" target="_blank">money</a></u>,
<u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/09/grow-up-not-older.html" target="_blank">time</a></u>, energy, integrity, <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/07/business-creating-culture-of.html" target="_blank">accountability</a></u> and sometimes,
embarrassment, learning from them will save you much more in the nearest future!
Remember, mistakes also bring about <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/11/creativity-is-worth-millions.html" target="_blank">creativity</a></u> and <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2011/08/think-outside-box.html" target="_blank">innovations</a></u>. So
what do you think about mistakes? Kindly share your thoughts as comments for we
all to learn.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-style: italic;">Also read:</span></b><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"> <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/10/five-business-lessons-from-tennis.html" target="_blank">Lessons from Tennis</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/04/100-things-leke-taught-me.html" target="_blank">100 Things Leke Taught Me</a>,
<a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/12/why-do-people-procrastinate.html" target="_blank">Why Do People Procrastinate</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/11/rectitude-keep-believing-in-yourself.html" target="_blank">Believe in Yourself</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/07/the-song-just-start-something.html" target="_blank">Just Start Something</a>
and <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/06/3-seasons-2-actions-1-desire.html" target="_blank">3 Seasons of Life</a><o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<div class="blogger-post-footer">A blog about success, business, social media, technology, entrepreneurship, and marketing.</div>Mina Angelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09801813020826443512noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5000503511159578264.post-30390241539532014752015-01-11T04:22:00.000-08:002015-07-02T05:26:18.808-07:00LEARN SOMETHING NEW<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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quite challenging at times, thus people often tend to avoid doing so. Some love
to experiment and engage in new stuff, while others avoid manifesting their
ideas.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">It’s a sense of exploring, a
very uncomfortable for some. The thing is that living in the same old routine
we tend to stick to is slowly taking its turn. We all need a breath of fresh
ideas, perceptions. We all need to explore other aspects of living full time,
without any restrain whatsoever.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">It’s important to realize the
awesome stuff you can pull out by learning something new no matter what it is.
Or, don’t you agree with me? Well, let me know what you feel at the end of what
you stand to gain by trying something new.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">1. It
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">I know you feel you’ll probably
have a lot of fun doing things that you like and do all the time, but doing
something new is strong. You will feel like a kid in a shopping mall; excited
and full of energy.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Only few things can make you more
proud at the moment, than learning something new. Give it a short. Learn to
speak short sentences in a new language; learn to play “London Bridge …” on the
piano.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Adding something to your
routine schedule is a proven to sharpen your time management ability.it will
make you value time more and use it better. Time management gurus employ this
as a strategy.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">When you meet new people, you
get fresh ideas. Trying something new will expose you to tremendous
opportunities, people concepts and perceptions. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Doing something new gives you
the chance to improve and grow. When you talk about growth, variety is truly
the spice of life. Even your mind, it grows based on various exposures and not
monotonous routines.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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will witness some hidden and untapped potentials. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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things that can make you step out of your comfort zone; they will make you see
your personality and potentials as a whole. For instance, my creativity began
to gain expression when I started to take Fine Art lessons in 2003. I made
friends and got diverse ideas that even birth my first business. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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and learn something new: and when you begin to discover new things, you will
realize that you want more and more. Don’t be stuck at where you are, go and
try something – explore, learn and enjoy yourself. Life is too short to stick
to just a few routines for many years, like a wind mill. I wish you all the
best.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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you that recently learnt something new, you can share your excitement and
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri;">Also read: <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/09/seven-reasons-people-dont-plan.html" target="_blank">Reasons People do not Plan</a>, <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/02/plan-ahead.html" target="_blank">Planning Ahead</a>, <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/06/a-good-question-to-ask-yourself.html" target="_blank">A Good Question to Ask Yourself</a>, <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/11/dreams-do-come-true.html" target="_blank">Dreams do Come True</a>, <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/11/do-more.html" target="_blank">Do more</a> and <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/11/creativity-is-worth-millions.html" target="_blank">Creativity is Worth Millions</a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">You
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">We
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">And
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">We
wish to also inform you that starting from January there will be additions to
our blog to further inform and educate our community. We will introduce other
pages to this blog and we expect your contributions and feedback. See the list
of pages below:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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entertaining, weird and fun. I mean what I mean but not on the excess and wild,
no. we have values set for the kind of posts you should expect but, I am sure
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about. Some tourism destinations will also be included where necessary but the
main idea is to give a lot of us a sense of unique places and why they are
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we will be covering everyday motivation and inspiration to keep us going and
ahead of discouragement. This is necessary to boost our morales when things
aren’t going well and when we need to hear the words of someone to say “keep
going forward, you are closer than you think”.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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members. This is a platform that is being created for you readers that wish to
share events with other readers.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<div class="blogger-post-footer">A blog about success, business, social media, technology, entrepreneurship, and marketing.</div>Mina Angelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09801813020826443512noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5000503511159578264.post-29828574518560867282014-12-09T10:10:00.001-08:002015-06-24T03:09:44.277-07:003Ps FOR HIGH UNEMPLOYMENT & POVERTY IN NIGERIA<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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today, both employed and unemployed cannot just <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/06/why-do-people-complain.html" target="_blank">stop complaining</a> and lamenting
about how difficult it is to be rich. Many keep blaming lack of funds as the
reason for sticking with paid employment for many years and not starting their
own businesses or pursuing their family <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/05/talent.html" target="_blank">crafts</a>. Many don’t even know
that they cannot be rich</span><br />
<a name='more'></a><span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"> in paid employment with linear income but with <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/06/other-streams-of-income-why-you-need.html" target="_blank">multiple streams of income</a>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Meanwhile,
many in paid employment are very broke and run a one-pay-cheque away from zero
bank balance cycle for many years now. Many of their liabilities are on loans
and credit basis: fancy <i>tokunbo</i> cars, clothes, home appliances, travels,
accessories and sometimes gadgets, devices and ceremonies. They love the good
in life but just can’t earn enough for it hence; remaining in debt all through
their afternoon <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/06/3-seasons-2-actions-1-desire.html" target="_blank">season of life</a>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Most do
not believe it is really that easy to make money in Nigeria except through
politics and dubious means. And I can tell you, a lot of people I have spoken
with and forums on this subject, all share similar opinions; it is not just
easy at all and everything must be based on connection or by travelling abroad.
But, there are still <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/12/start-up-ideas-hobby-or-real_16.html" target="_blank">exceptions</a>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">In 2013,
<a href="https://www.facebook.com/FranklySpeakingWithMuyiwaAfolabi" target="_blank">Muyiwa Afolabi</a> told a story about a friend he tagged Mariam on his radio
program “<u><a href="https://www.facebook.com/FranklySpeakingWithMuyiwaAfolabi" target="_blank">Frankly speaking with Muyiwa Afolabi</a></u>”. Mariam got a banking job
immediately after completing her youth service. She worked in various
departments and gathered twelve years of vibrant banking experience in the
industry. Unfortunate for her, she was a victim of retrenchment and her life
and dreams thereafter took a different turn. Things became hard for her for the
first time in 13 years after her graduation. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">For the
next 3-6 months, Mariam was down, disappointed, frustrated, confused, afraid
and in desperate need of ways out. The days seem to get longer and the nights
seem to be darker. When I heard this story, I imagined unemployed graduates
hoping to get their first jobs despite completing national youth service (NYSC)
2-5 years before; how will they earn and pay their bills? How are they faring
through life? It wasn’t a fun thought to me and I know someone in that category
is reading this now.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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one evening, Mariam went for a visit to Muyiwa’s house and his wife made a
delicious yam porridge meal for them all. While they ate up, they conceived a <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/11/how-do-i-get-ideas.html" target="_blank">business idea</a> for Mariam. “The idea was to prepare delicious yam porridge,
maintaining quality taste and quantity, put in packs with fish or beef and
supply to banks and offices numbering close to forty along the major road close
to her residence!” he said on air.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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started by giving free sample packs to receptionists and office assistants and
rapidly penetrated many offices on that road. She sold a pack of yam porridge
for </span><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">₦<span style="background: white; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">500
and in the first month sold about 650 packs; earning about ₦325,000 (more than
her monthly take home at the bank). In six months Mariam was selling over 2,300
packs in a month; making over </span>₦<span style="background: white; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">1,150,000 a month!<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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employed more people carrying out supplies to more offices while she stayed
with the cooking; sustaining quality and quantity. By the end of twelve months,
she made close to 20 million naira and had purchased a parcel of land to start
off her real estate development dream.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">One evening
when she visited Muyiwa again at his house, more than a year later, she was
happy, full of vigor and life sharing her property development dream with him. After
she has explained and eased plenty of the excitement about her new financial
status, Muyiwa then asked her a critical question.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">“Mariam,
why are many Nigerians poor?” “The 3Ps of poverty” she responded instantly
without thinking about them. “So, what are these 3Ps of poverty?” he curiously
asked “Pride, Position and Prestige” she replied.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">“<b>Pride</b>
– many people feel too important to do certain jobs or businesses no matter how
lucrative the business might be … </span><b><span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-style: italic;">Positions</span></b><span style="background: white; font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"> –
Nigerians love titles and positions even if it doesn’t translate to much reward
materially or financially … </span><b><span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-style: italic;">Prestige</span></b><span style="background: white; font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"> – many Nigerians
are overly bothered about how other people see them or would treat them if they
take on certain vocations like selling food, carting, vending, etc.” she
explained.</span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">I agree
with Mariam completely; many Nigerian youths are prisoners of these 3Ps. Just like
I tweeted this morning “You cannot become what you want by remaining how you
are; you MUST begin to <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2011/08/think-outside-box.html" target="_blank">THINK</a>, ACT and BEHAVE like you want, to become
what you want.” Most Nigerian youths are wishful thinkers rather than <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/11/dreams-do-come-true.html" target="_blank">dreaming</a> action-takers. Friends, let us begin to be the <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/07/moment-of-truth-change.html" target="_blank">change</a> we desire in our
future.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">In addition,
the basic design for success and fulfilment in life is by growth. Complaining and
lamenting will not change anything and people don’t appear as success; they
only emerge as <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/08/business-success-is-so-simple.html" target="_blank">success</a>. Learn to <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/03/the-story-of-anyway.html" target="_blank">take actions</a> and <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/02/plan-ahead.html" target="_blank">plan</a> them
critically. Leave out pride, positions and prestige and <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/07/the-song-just-start-something.html" target="_blank">just do your thing</a>.
It can happen for you, just like it happened for Mariam. 2014 is gradually
coming to an end but 2015 is another year full of trends and <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/03/opportunity-inside-difficulty.html" target="_blank">opportunities</a>.
Make up your mind and take bold steps. You can achieve anything if you <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/11/rectitude-keep-believing-in-yourself.html" target="_blank">believe in yourself</a> enough to <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/12/knowing-your-limitations.html" target="_blank">overcome your limitations</a>. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Also
read: <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/11/setbacks-to-achieving-goals.html" target="_blank">Overcoming Setbacks of Achievement</a>, <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/02/plan-ahead.html" target="_blank">Planning Ahead</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/10/lagos-molue-12-business-lessons-to-learn.html" target="_blank">The Lagos Molue</a>,
<a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/05/levelling-up.html" target="_blank">Levelling Up</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/11/dreams-do-come-true.html" target="_blank">Dreams do Come True</a> and <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/11/creativity-is-worth-millions.html" target="_blank">Creativity is Worth Millions</a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<div class="blogger-post-footer">A blog about success, business, social media, technology, entrepreneurship, and marketing.</div>Mina Angelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09801813020826443512noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5000503511159578264.post-40823908270190268782014-12-06T17:19:00.000-08:002015-07-02T05:25:49.991-07:00MAKING MONEY OUT OF FAME<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Monetizing
fame is actually pretty easy. Consider the Oprah effect. When Oprah recommends
a book, it sells like crazy. If she wanted to, she could leverage her fame to
promote products, businesses, and more</span><br />
<a name='more'></a><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"> in exchange for a cut of the sales. Lots
of companies would be happy to pay her for an endorsement.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Catholic Church is excellent at leveraging fame to make money. The Church has
many supporters who go out of their way to market it. This generates new
subscribers who are in turn encouraged to go out and spread the “good news.” By
taking the form of a non-profit, they also avoid many taxes. L. Ron Hubbard
copied their model to create the Church of Scientology, which is also quite
wealthy.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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commonly generate <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/06/other-streams-of-income-why-you-need.html" target="_blank">income streams</a> by endorsing products and services. With
enough leverage they can be granted a cut of the sales they help generate,
stock options, and additional perks. Their endorsement may not involve much
direct effort, maybe a photo shoot or some filming, but it can produce
significant income if the celebrity’s recommendation carries a lot of weight in
terms of generating sales.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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celebrities have millions of Twitter followers, even though they often share
mostly personal updates that no one would ever want to read if it came from a
non-celebrity. With such large audiences, they could recommend all kinds of
things that make them money, such as William Shatner did by appearing in
Priceline commercials. Movie stars can promote their own movies too, which puts
more money in their pockets if they can help sell more movie tickets.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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provides many benefits because attention begets more attention. A famous movie
star gets more movie offers because the star’s fame can drive more people to
see the movie. More movies mean even more fame and recognition.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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don’t have to become a major movie star to enjoy some of the benefits of fame.
Even a little fame can help. For instance, due to the popularity of my
website, I’ve been quoted in the New York Times three times. My website
has been mentioned in quite a few books as well as on TV. I’ve never paid for
any of this extra publicity. More exposure can generate more web traffic, and
that’s something I already know how to monetize. I don’t have a good way to
measure how much this helps income-wise, but I’m sure it has some effect.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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have to be careful when monetizing fame because there’s always a chance of
killing the goose that lays the golden eggs. If you do something stupid that
kills your reputation and turns everyone against you, your fame will become
infamy. Interestingly, you can still monetize infamy, but you may need to use
different strategies. The greater risk to your financials is muddying your
reputation and being forgotten.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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is a mixed bag. While it can open up a lot of doors, it can also do weird
things to your social life. If you can feel congruent with this path, it’s not
that difficult to become famous. The hard part is reaching the point where you
can accept and welcome the whole package. Most people could appreciate the
benefits of fame but definitely wouldn’t want to deal with the drawbacks such
as the loss of privacy, endless solicitations, and the public criticism they’d
have to deal with, and so they reject the package as a whole; this virtually
ensures they won’t become famous.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Also
read: <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/11/rectitude-keep-believing-in-yourself.html" target="_blank">Believe in Yourself</a>, <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/07/the-song-just-start-something.html" target="_blank">Just start something</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/11/dreams-do-come-true.html" target="_blank">Dreams do come True</a>, <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2011/08/think-outside-box.html" target="_blank">Think Outside the Box</a>, <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/12/knowing-your-limitations.html" target="_blank">Overcoming your Limitations</a> and <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/11/how-thoughts-become-things.html" target="_blank">Thoughts Become Things</a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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had been away for too long, got home sick and depression was playing games with
my head making me completely confused as to whether I should go back to Africa
and leave America and its comforts. Although I was not sure, I still packed
some bags and I left. In no time, I find out that what I thought I knew - is
nothing at all. Life in the fast world is</span><br />
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years before deciding to go back to Nigeria to start a business.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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counts. Almost everything is quantified by minutes and seconds. One gets used
to a schedule and it is relatively possible to tell what you will be doing
tomorrow and what you will be having. That is in the developed economies and
slightly in the developing ones.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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life, ideals, infrastructure, education, systems and how thinks work,
platforms, communication, etc. everything is different in Africa when compared
to most nations in America, and Europe. But the worst thing about these
countries is that while in diaspora you think you never left, yet, you have
been away for years experiencing so many convoluted things in your mind and you
do not realize it.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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business venture please keep these in mind. Or maybe, you have a family, close
relative or friends aiming to come back to Africa to invest and start their
business, give them this advice:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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have to be on the ground to really know what goes on and how it goes on in
Africa, especially Nigeria. Thank God recent <u><a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/11/world-bank-nigeria-goes-up-in-doing.html" target="_blank">rating by World Bank</a></u> stated
that times are much better in Nigeria in terms of ease-of-doing-business.
However, never rest on your oars relying on whatever plans you have made
before.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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questions as you can.</span></b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"> Do
not feel tried or embarrassed to ask questions about grey areas you are not
clear about. Ask as many people questions but do not take all their advice to
the point of action. Learn to be the final judge. By this I mean, most people
will advise you based on what is in it for them before what is in for you: be
careful. <b>Do not trust anyone</b> and at the same time do not harm
anyone.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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will be tried</span></b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"> many
times and it takes extra strength not to give up. If you struggle with patience,
you will get hurt on a daily basis and for a long time. You will get used to
everything happening so fast out there, that it takes mental strength to sit
back and relax. Like I said earlier, Africa is different from Europe, America,
Asia or Australia. In addition, every country in Africa is uniquely
challenging, take note.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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of coming back on a regular basis, at intervals</span></b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"> to do your homework on what you would like to
embark on before the major one. Initially, this might be hard but when your
mind is made up, it will be fun and a piece of cake. Also, people may not
understand you when you start and you will wonder why some things are different
in Africa. In all, remember that <u><a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/07/moment-of-truth-change.html" target="_blank">change</a></u> is the hardest thing
to deal with and try as much as you can to embrace it as you start this new
journey.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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humility.</span></b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"> It will be
tough and it will even get tougher when you think you know it all. Come back
with expectations and excitement and expect altering <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2012/10/results-and-excuses-get-real.html" target="_blank">results</a>. If you have
a good network of reliable people, ask for tested referrals from them. And when
difficulties arise, tell them what you are going through and map out ways to
overcome them. Some people change in less than a year; the longer you are out
there, the more you will have changed culturally, mentally and physically too.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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long</span></b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">. <u><a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/03/opportunity-inside-difficulty.html" target="_blank">Opportunities</a></u> abound so much in
Africa. Where is your native country? There are lots of opportunities there
waiting for you to come and explore. In every sector of every African economy,
there are opportunities lying fallow and for you. Remember, life is in cycles
and some of these opportunities are being discovered and hijacked by
non-African investors that are prowling Africa in the last two decades.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Come back home my friend. Don’t stay from afar and be saying “why and
who?” don’t stay in diaspora waiting for lingering developmental challenges to
be resolved; these <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/05/the-challenges-of-entrepreneurship.html" target="_blank">challenges</a> are actually your first points of wealth if you
can act fast and join the train of Africans and foreign investors returning
back to Africa to invest. Think about these things and do not fall victim to
people’s ploy and scams. <b>Always be the final judge</b> if it is
too good to be true.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Also read: <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/08/business-success-is-so-simple.html">Business
success is very simple</a>, <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/05/which-one-are-you.html">Which
one are you</a>, <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/07/is-businessman-entrepreneur.html">Is
a Business man an entrepreneur</a>, <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2012/04/entrepreneurs-iq.html">The
Entrepreneurship quiz</a>, <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/06/top-businessman-advice-africas.html">Advice
for African entrepreneurs</a> and <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2011/09/tips-on-how-to-invest-your-money-wisely.html">Howto
invest your money wisely</a>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">I suppose you do know
Femi Otedola? He is the man who always wears white and clearly doesn’t believe
in doing things by half. He is a man that is extremely dedicated to his family
and supports his daughter’s career (musical DJ). He is a man who appears to
love the good life and doesn’t mind spending on it: be it homes, cars, gadgets,
investments, vision, name it. He is the second Nigerian</span><br />
<a name='more'></a><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";"> to make the FORBES
billionaires list in 2009, an oil-and-gas business owner and now, he is The
BILLIONAIRE WHO BOUNCED BACK (Forbes).<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">Femi Otedola’s business
empire collapsed along with the shares of his company in 2008, with a debt of
over $800 million but, he fought back to take his place among an elite group of
successful <u><a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/06/top-businessman-advice-africas.html" target="_blank">African entrepreneurs</a></u>. His fortitude has earned him the
respect of his peers.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">“The African business
landscape is <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/05/the-challenges-of-entrepreneurship.html" target="_blank">challenging</a> but also full of <u><a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/03/opportunity-inside-difficulty.html" target="_blank">opportunities</a></u> for discerning
entrepreneurs. Femi Otedola belongs to this class of bold entrepreneurs that
have been able to navigate the storms often associated with doing business in
Africa,” says Aliko Dangote the President and Chief Executive of Dangote Group.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">“He is a man of immense
courage, tenacity, and vision who is not afraid to take on new </span><a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/05/the-challenges-of-entrepreneurship.html" style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif;" target="_blank">challenges</a><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">.
He represents the indomitable Nigerian spirit – adapt and conquer.” Dolapo Oni,
an Energy Analyst with the Ecobank Group, says there are three factors behind
Otedola’s and Forte Oil’s recent success.</span></div>
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“The First is the improvements in the payment of subsidiaries in 2013. Faster
payment of cycles enabled companies such as Forte Oil to deleverage their
balance sheets and improve their bottom line.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">The second factor was
the optimistic market reaction to the company’s acquisition of the Geregu power
plant. The final factor is the inclusion of Forte Oil in JP Morgan’s <a href="http://www.msci.com/products/indexes/country_and_regional/em/" target="_blank">emerging market stock index (MSCI)</a> in May, which immediately triggered interest from
portfolios,” says Oni.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">Jim Ovia, Chairman of
Zenith Bank, admires Otedola’s resilience. “He has experienced the vicissitudes
of doing business on the African continent in recent years. I have however
encouraged and believed in him through the entire course. He has remained
resolute in his quest and today, it is a pleasure to celebrate his successes,”
says Ovia. “Otedola is a true survivor.”<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">Also
read: Africa’s Richest woman, <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/06/clear-signs-of-dying-business.html" target="_blank">Signs of a dying business</a>, <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/06/how-to-revive-any-dying-business.html" target="_blank">How to revive a dying business</a>, <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/11/10-most-powerful-men-in-africa-2014.html" target="_blank">10 most powerful men in Africa</a>, <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/08/do-you-know-keith-richards-and.html" target="_blank">Business partnerships that last</a> and <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/11/creativity-is-worth-millions.html" target="_blank">Creativity is worth millions</a>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;">Eleven years ago I started
a <u><a href="http://monacards.blogspot.com/2012/12/seasons-greetings.html?view=classic" target="_blank">gift making business</a></u>. I was able to grow her to make profit in 2005.
In 2006, the profit tripled but in 2007, a challenge set in: there became more
orders than I was able to supply per time. I improved a lot but I started
having delivery issues with orders. I didn’t employ my first employee that year
and the business lost customers</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;">Two years later, the
business hit the stage again but didn’t make any profit and struggled through
2010 and in 2011, profits hit double digit and I hit the same roof like 2007:
more orders, and this time, across states. Unfortunately, I didn’t decide <b>when
to employ my first employee</b> to help me cope with growth and the business slumped
again. Yes, the business slumped. That was one of my businesses, what
about yours? You see, you need to decide when to make the move. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;">So, when is it time for a small business owner to hire
his or her first employee? When the time is ripe and right, you will know. I never
knew then, or maybe I was focused on developing another business: One of the
reasons stated in <b><i>How the Mighty Fall</i></b> by Jim Collins.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;">Hiring your first employee
is a big step. Many entrepreneurs struggle with when to pull the trigger. The
short answer is that you should hire your first employee when the incremental
cost is justified by any combination of three items: increased revenue, lower
expense, and reduced workload for you. In order to make this assessment, you’ll
need to understand four things.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;">1. The true cost of your
first employee<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;">Make no mistake; hiring your first employee will be
expensive. To be sure, a large portion of the cost will be compensation. This
portion of the expense can be mitigated by employing part-time, rather than
full-time, help. However, the cost of your first employee goes well beyond the
paychecks you’ll write. You’ll have to
spend time and effort to complete the hiring process and then to manage the employee once he or she is on board.
You may need to purchase new equipment (e.g., a computer, desk, and chair). New
office space may be required. Not insignificantly, your business will become
subject to a plethora of new regulations and taxes. Having hired our first
employee, we can attest that this burden is not inconsequential. It’s amazing
that a government that’s so focused on reducing unemployment, makes it so
difficult to hire an employee and yet, it does (not really applicable in
Africa).<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;">Your new employee may bring in revenue by selling. He
or she may increase your capacity to deliver a product or service that fills
existing demand. Perhaps the new employee will simply relieve you of
administrative duties that will allow you more time to sell and deliver your
product or service. Each of these activities will bring incremental revenue to
your firm.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;">Your new employee will surely increase certain costs.
However, he or she may also enable you to reduce certain expenses. For example,
your new employee may perform functions that were previously outsourced
reducing what you pay to these outside vendors.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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a reduced workload<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;">The three items above are all quantifiable (although
admittedly, some will be estimates). You can run the numbers and determine if
hiring your first employee will represent a net increase or decrease to your
bottom line. If the result is more profit, the decision is a slam-dunk.
However, even if your new employee is a net drain on the bottom line, making
your first hire may be a good decision if it gives you, at least, some of your
life back. Remember, in the long run, working at a pace that is sustainable for
you and your family is critical.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;">Hiring your first employee is a big decision,
but, at some point, you’ll have to do it if your business is to grow. The
guidelines above can help you determine when the time is right to make that
move. I missed it years back; do not miss it this time. <u><a href="http://monacards.blogspot.com/2012/12/seasons-greetings.html?view=classic" target="_blank">Here</a></u> is <u><a href="http://monacards.blogspot.com/2012/12/seasons-greetings.html?view=classic" target="_blank">my slumped business blog</a></u>.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;">Also read: <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/06/clear-signs-of-dying-business.html" target="_blank">Signs of A Dying Business</a>, <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/06/how-to-revive-any-dying-business.html" target="_blank">How to Revive a Dying Business</a>, <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2012/10/results-and-excuses-get-real.html" target="_blank">Results and Excuses</a>, <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/05/simple-steps-to-increase-small-business.html" target="_blank">Increasing Productivity</a>,
<a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/02/plan-ahead.html" target="_blank">Plan Ahead</a> and <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/07/business-creating-culture-of.html" target="_blank">Have a Culture of Accountability</a>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">While there are probably no firm
statistics on the subject of why people fail to achieve goals, I think you’d
agree that majority of people do not or never achieve their goals and
objectives. In fact, the same reasons for this failure can also be the reasons
why many never really have any objectives</span><br />
<a name='more'></a><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> in the first place. Pause and ponder
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">For instance, to set goals and objectives,
<b>someone needs to have ambitions</b>, but
not all people have ambitions; for the ones who have, many are not clearly
stated. Many people feel either content, resigned or are brainwashed to believe
that they have a fixed role in something from which there is no escape. They
have just done what they have done, and will do what they will do and repeat
the same all their lives; they tend not to question the status quo.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Now let us discuss the setbacks of
achieving goals and objectives. The reasons so many people live their lives
without ambitions and <u><a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/11/dreams-do-come-true.html" target="_blank">dreams</a></u>, without <u><a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/11/sex-and-business.html" target="_blank">drive</a></u> and enthusiasm,
without <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/02/plan-ahead.html" target="_blank">plans</a></u> and a definite direction. These reasons include:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">The education systems of most
Western countries do not train young people to </span><u style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 16px;"><a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2011/08/think-outside-box.html" target="_blank">think </a></u><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> for themselves.
These systems use social pressures to make graduates to go with the flow rather
than question the status quo. And, the politicians and their political parties
who govern these countries have no reason to upset the status quo. Reason is: they
don’t want a generation of students who are powerful and independent in the use
of their minds.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Look around you and observe the
lives of the vast majority of people from the student days to the early days of
a career: they just follow the paths of their parents and peers. If their
parents and friends are not independent achievers, then their chances are very
small. To even set personal objectives at all, whether formally written down or
loosely in their mind as dreams, would probably set them apart from the
majority. They struggle with breaking free from the norms all their youth days
and even through their early adult days, for some others. This is sad.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">The best time to establish a pattern
of setting goals and reaching them is while young. Young people, of course, are
more easily distracted than their older counterparts. Whether it is through a
volatile love life or an excess of parties, other social activities and the internet;
achievement can easily take a back seat in their lives. Also, trying to step
outside the norm mostly attract peer pressure that sometimes, force them to
conform. The fact is, most people, irrespective of any age, cannot deal with
being different from everyone else because is one of the basic needs of man. So,
to set ambitious objectives and achieve them needs a firm degree of
independence, both in action and thought.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Frankly, it takes a lot of
<u><a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2012/03/self-motivation-gist.html" target="_blank">self-motivation</a></u> to set and achieve personal goals and that is not something
that is in plenty supply. For most people, motivation equates to money, but
money itself is not a competent motivator. <u><a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/06/we-all-need-money.html" target="_blank">Making money</a></u> your motivator
will only give you scenic satisfaction that will fade like the flower. When you
achieve high goals, money will come on its accord; because good success
attracts wealth and fame. Begin to work on your <u><a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2012/03/self-motivation-gist.html" target="_blank">self-motivation</a></u>; begin to do
more.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">It is true that people are lazy, and
cannot be motivated to work hard for themselves and set themselves apart. Most
especially, once in a job or career, they tend to slip into an auto pilot life,
pivoted around hope for a better paycheck, large mortgage, cars they cannot
really afford, a daily grind of commuting to a job where there is no independence
and can be fired at the drop of a hat. But, it's their life and they kept it
that way until forced to do otherwise. For others, they are not so busy but
have submitted themselves and their will to <u><a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/03/time-wasters-at-work.html" target="_blank">time wasters</a></u>, doubters and
dream killers.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Achievement in most fields involves
set-backs along the way. Most people are impatient and unrealistic, and if <u><a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/08/business-success-is-so-simple.html" target="_blank">success</a></u>
is not a smooth path or instant, they just give up and retreat to their safe
shell; non-independent existence. They may never wake from their slumber, until
one day when they are heavily in debt, close to retirement and redundant with
no savings and nil <u><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2011/09/tips-on-how-to-invest-your-money-wisely.html" target="_blank">investment</a></u>. This is a common path for many parents
and grandparents; don’t follow their trail, <u><a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2011/08/think-outside-box.html" target="_blank">think outside the box</a></u>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Learn to ignore the people I refer
to as dream killers. They believe so much in the status quo despite they don’t
really know why it is so or if it can be changed. They are naysayers, doubters,
people of low self-esteem, people frustrated because they could not achieve
their own goals, people full of fear, people of no ambition, by-standers and
small minds. <u><a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/09/12-business-advice-you-should-ignore.html" target="_blank">Learn to ignore</a></u> them all and move on. Remember, whether you
give in to their advice or not, they will still criticize you, positively or
negative. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">My friends, achieving worthwhile
goals which you really desire, and those that will bring you long term
financial freedom and wealth, requires vision, determination, ability to comeback
from setbacks, persistence, self-belief and confidence. It also means ignoring
bandwagon trails, </span><u style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 16px;"><a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/03/time-wasters-at-work.html" target="_blank">time wasters</a></u><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">, doubters and dream killers. For those who can
overcome these setbacks to achievement, life can eventually become very sweet
indeed.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Please, use sharing tools to share
with others and subscribe to <b><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">naijaoptions</a></b>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Also read: <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/07/the-song-just-start-something.html" target="_blank">Start something</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/11/sex-and-business.html" target="_blank">Sex and business</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/03/discover-your-passions.html" target="_blank">Discover your passion</a>, <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/12/knowing-your-limitations.html" target="_blank">Overcome your limitations</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/03/career-bricks-in-your-briefcase-part-1.html" target="_blank">Bricks in your briefcase</a> and <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/03/opportunity-inside-difficulty.html" target="_blank">Opportunities</a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Shell Petroleum Development Company, Diamond Bank Plc and GroFin of
South Africa have partnered to float a $30m fund branded ASPIRE NIGERIA to
serve as a catalyst for the development and growth of Nigerian Small and Medium
Enterprises (SMEs).<o:p></o:p></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">The fund - ASPIRE NIGERIA - is expected to enhance the operations of
indigenous</span><br />
<a name='more'></a><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"> small and medium enterprises through the provision of much needed
business development assistance and appropriate finance.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">ASPIRE NIGERIA is an innovative and important step towards creating
sustainable growth of the Nigerian SME sector. Historically, businesses in this
sector have not only lacked access to capital, but also skill development. This
combination has limited their ability to grow and achieve their
potential. By integrating the provision of business development assistance
and appropriate finance, this fund will support the growth and expansion of
SMEs in all sectors of the Nigerian economy. <o:p></o:p></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">It is important to note that the ASPIRE NIGERIA Fund is a joint step in
a deliberate effort to address the funding and developmental problems of small
and medium scale Nigerian entrepreneurs. It will enable credible SME operators
to access medium-term, competitively priced financing and business development
assistance, ranging between N6 million and N125 million and would hopefully
enable them to achieve their growth aspirations. <o:p></o:p></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Preference will be given to Nigerian enterprises that have limited
capability for meeting collateral requirements, and who typically employ fewer
than 50 employees, with an annual turnover not exceeding N600 million or gross
assets not exceeding N400 million. <o:p></o:p></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">GroFin is an African specialist business developer and financier. It has
the potential for unlocking entrepreneurial talents in Nigeria and
also help SME operators overcome start up challenges. It has been implemented
in other developing African countries along with the Shell Foundation. GroFin
has established GroFin Nigeria to manage the fund on behalf of the
Trustees.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Shell Foundation (SPDC) and Diamond Bank have different but
complementary reasons for supporting this project. For Shell Foundation, the
project is part of its continuous efforts to demonstrate commitment to the
development of the Nigerian economy and support government initiative to
develop SMEs in particular. And, it is an opportunity to give back to the
community for Diamond Bank. The fund will be made up of the following
respective contributions:- Shell - US$10 million; Diamond Bank, - US$20
million; and GroFin - US$0.6 million.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">This is all timely for Nigerian SMEs, especially with the latest rating
by the World Bank in its ease-of-doing-business ranking recently released. If
you are an SME operator in Nigeria, and you need funds, ASPIRE NIGERIA is your
big break … to overcome start up challenges, grow and expand.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><br /></span>
<br />
<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Also read: <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/08/do-you-know-keith-richards-and.html" target="_blank">Business partnerships</a>, <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/05/the-challenges-of-entrepreneurship.html" target="_blank">Challenges of Entrepreneurship</a>,
Setbacks of achievers, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2012/04/entrepreneurs-iq.html" target="_blank">Entrepreneurship IQ</a>, <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/06/interview-why-young-entrepreneurs-fail.html" target="_blank">Why young entrepreneurs fail</a> and <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/06/we-all-need-money.html" target="_blank">We all need money</a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<div class="blogger-post-footer">A blog about success, business, social media, technology, entrepreneurship, and marketing.</div>Mina Angelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09801813020826443512noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5000503511159578264.post-19420564515256257002014-11-14T15:36:00.001-08:002015-06-24T07:25:01.574-07:00DO MORE<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;">Owning a
business does not make you an entrepreneur. Being a graduate does not make
you a success. Good work is the work that you do well and you can do without
blinking. Great work is doing what’s meaningful to you, has an impact, and
stretches you. Your life is more than just </span><br />
<a name='more'></a><span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;">for you alone; your life is for the
world to benefit from.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;">There
are potentials and resources in you waiting to be harnessed. There are records
in you waiting to be broken and new ones to be set. There are ideas and
inventions patiently waiting for your genius to take them over. Friends, you
need to do more. In order to achieve great feats and enjoy excellence, you need
to do more. What do I mean? I mean every word you understand; you need to do
more.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;">I wish I
can explain better but, the words of John Mason did it all in one of his books.
Read through and feel how I feel. You need to stop living for yourself and
start living for others. Life is too short to live just like that. You need to
start doing more.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;">You need
to …<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Do
more than hear – <b>listen</b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Do
more than agree – <b>cooperate</b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Do
more than talk – <b>communicate</b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Do
more than grow – <b>bloom</b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Do
more than spend – <b>invest</b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Do
more than think – <b>create</b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Do
more than work – <b>excel</b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Do
more than share – <b>give</b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Do
more than decide – <b>discern</b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Do
more than consider – <b>commit</b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Do
more than forgive – <b>forget</b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Do
more than help – <b>serve</b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Do
more than coexist – <b>reconcile</b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Do
more than sing – <b>worship</b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Do
more than think – <b>plan</b> <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Do
more than dream – <b>do</b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Do
more than see – <b>perceive</b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Do
more than read – <b>apply</b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Do
more than receive – <b>reciprocate</b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Do
more than choose – <b>focus</b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Do
more than wish – <b>believe</b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Do
more than advice – <b>help</b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Do
more than speak – <b>impart</b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Do
more than encourage – <b>inspire</b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Do
more than add – <b>multiply</b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Do
more than change – <b>improve</b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Do
more than reach – <b>stretch</b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Do
more than ponder – <b>pray</b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Do
more than just live – <b>live for Jesus</b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">I
believe you now know that beyond everything, there is a more that can be done.
You will not attain great feats by ordinary deeds. You will not unlock possibilities
by mere wishing. You need to dare like the lion to be the king of the jungle.
There is no building without a foundation; the taller the intended height, the
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read: The Billionaire that Bounced Back in 2014, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2012/09/can-you-say-i-love-my-job_13.html" target="_blank">I Love my Job</a>, <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/04/100-things-leke-taught-me.html" target="_blank">100 things Leke taught me</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2012/04/entrepreneurs-iq.html" target="_blank">Entrepreneurship IQ Test</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/11/dreams-do-come-true.html" target="_blank">Dreams do come true</a> and <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2012/10/results-and-excuses-get-real.html" target="_blank">Results and Excuses</a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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week, Africa’s largest economy, Nigeria, made further improvement in the <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/11/world-bank-nigeria-goes-up-in-doing.html">World Bank ease of doing business</a> global ranking which has seen the country move up
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it is getting better to do business in emerging markets, as Nigeria jumped to
170 out of a total of 189 counties measured in the ease of doing business
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report finds that Nigeria now ranks among the top five economies in Sub-Saharan
Africa in two areas: the ease of getting credit and the strength of minority
investor protection. Also some improvement was recorded in the process of starting
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<span class="s1"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">“The latest World Bank doing
business global ranking which indicated Nigeria’s appreciable progress with
regard to the ease and speed of doing business is encouraging and laudable. The
report showed that Nigeria recorded remarkable improvement in 34 vital thematic
requirements,” said Kayode Omosebi, an analyst with UBA Capital in a response
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Nigeria needs to do more to make its economy attractive to foreign investors
and catch up with other developing countries, despite the improvement
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">In ease of obtaining
credit, Nigeria jumped 73 places up to No.52, while in ease of starting a
business it improved nine places to<span class="apple-converted-space"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;"> </span></span><span class="s2"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">No. 125. </span></span><span class="s3"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">The World Bank report went further to say that Nigeria has
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<span class="s4"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">“We remain hopeful that this
result can be a springboard for improved co-ordination between the national and
sub national governments across party lines,” said Chika Mordi, CEO National
Competitiveness Council of Nigeria. </span></span><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="s3"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Nigeria improved its credit
information system through a Central Bank guideline defining the licensing,
operational and regulatory requirements for a privately owned credit bureau. The
country improved access to credit information by distributing credit
information from retail companies.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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have focused on improving business incorporation, trade, and credit reporting
systems—allowing the country to gradually narrow the gap with the best
regulatory practices in the region.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span class="s3"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Between 2013 and 2014, Nigeria
saw an increase of 3.6 points in its distance to frontier score, greater than
the global average increase of 0.8. This is due in large part to an increase in
the coverage rate of Nigeria’s credit reporting system and a reduction in the
company registration fee that made it less costly to start a business.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span class="s3"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Nigeria’s upward movement (+5)
compared favourably to the BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India and China) (+0), other
MINT (Mexico, Indonesia, Nigeria, Turkey) (+2) nations and Sub Saharan Africa
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<span class="s3"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">However, the country recorded a
decline in rankings in the dealing with construction permit, getting
electricity, paying taxes and resolving insolvency.</span></span><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="s3"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Abiola Rasaq, analyst at
Associated Discount House Limited said, “It’s appealing to see improvement in
the ease of doing business in Nigeria; moving five notches to rank 170th of 189
ranked countries in the world. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span class="s3"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Whilst it is still a long haul
to where a country like Nigeria should be, given the potentials and business
opportunities in the country, I think it is important to look at the components
of the rank to ensure further improvement going forward.”<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span class="s3"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">He said: “In my view, the CBN,
operators, as well as other collaborators in the financial services sector,
have enhanced access to credit, especially at the low-end of the market, with
expectation of further improvement, when the high interest rate tapers out.
Most state governments and the CAC have also relaxed rigid rules on starting or
registering businesses, thus improving our score on this component of the ranking
criteria.”<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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read: <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/10/hope-for-smes-fg-establishes-industrial.html" target="_blank">FG establishes industrial parks</a>, <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/10/five-business-lessons-from-tennis.html" target="_blank">Lessons from tennis</a>, <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/10/lagos-molue-12-business-lessons-to-learn.html" target="_blank">The Lagos Molue</a>, <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/08/two-choices.html" target="_blank">Two Choices we make</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/06/interview-why-young-entrepreneurs-fail.html" target="_blank">Why young entrepreneurs fail</a> and <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/08/do-you-know-keith-richards-and.html" target="_blank">Business partnerships that last</a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">The late Christian author, Leonard Ravenhill once
wrote ”the opportunity of a lifetime must be seized within the lifetime of
the opportunity,” and some of the business moguls and entrepreneurs,
emerging political leaders, rising corporate titans from Africa are seizing the
opportunity of turning the continent around. The 2014 list of the</span><br />
<a name='more'></a><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"> “10
Most Powerful Men In Africa” follows the inaugural list of <a href="http://www.forbes.com/pictures/ehed45lik/joseph-kabila-congolese-president-democratic-republic-of-congo#content" target="_blank">The 10 Youngest Power Men In Africa</a> in 2011. Much like the
annual <a href="http://www.forbes.com/sites/mfonobongnsehe/2011/08/18/the-20-youngest-power-women-in-africa/" target="_blank">The 20 Youngest Power Women in Africa</a><b> </b>list, the 2014 list of
the “10 Most Powerful Men In Africa” distinguishes and celebrates the
accomplishments of Africa’s most outstanding male game changers.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Our list is distinctive in that it identifies African men who
are innovative, courageous, daring and often disruptive in their fields. The
list highlights African entrepreneurs, corporate executives, social
entrepreneurs, political and civil leaders who are changing the continent and
the world around them, often times without much fanfare. Africa’s emerging
power brokers – meet the 10 powerful African men who are carving a name for
themselves and simultaneously changing their communities and the continent.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><a href="http://www.januarymakamba.com/" target="_blank">January Makamba</a>, Tanzania, Deputy Minister of Communication, Science &
Technology and Member of Parliament</span></b><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Makamba is one of Tanzania‘s
rising stars in government. He is currently the Deputy Minister of Communication, Science and Technology and
is rumored to run for President in 2015. Makamba is a Member of Parliament for
Bumbuli constituency in the National Assembly of Tanzania. Before running for
the Bumbuli parliamentary seat, Makamba was aide to Tanzanian President Jakaya
Kikwete for 5 years. Named Young Global Leader class of 2013 by the World
Economic Forum, Makamba comes from a political family; his father, Yusuf
Makamba was Secretary General of the ruling CCM party. In 2013 Makamba
was awarded an NDI Democracy Award by the <a href="http://www.ndi.org/" target="_blank">National Democratic Institute</a> which
“honors individuals and organizations that have exhibited a sustained
commitment to democracy and human rights, and have demonstrated leadership,
integrity and courage in their dedication to democratic values and practices”.</span></div>
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<b><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Chinedu Echeruo, Nigeria, Tech
Entrepreneur & Founder of Hopstop.com and Tripology.com</span></b><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Echeruo is a Tech entrepreneur and founder of <a href="http://www.hopstop.com/" target="_blank">HopStop.com</a> which he
reportedly sold to Apple in
the “billion” dollar range. HopStop.com is a mobile and online application that
provides mass transit directions door-to-door mass transit, taxi, walking,
biking and hourly car rental directions in major metropolitan markets
throughout the U.S., Canada, U.K, France, Australia, New Zealand and Russia. In
2001, HopStop was named one of the 100 fastest growing companies in the US by
Inc. magazine. Chinedu also founded <a href="http://www.tripology.com/" target="_blank">Tripology.com</a>, an interactive travel referral service
focused on connecting travelers with travel specialists which was later
acquired by USA Today Travel Media Group. Echeruo obtained an M.B.A. from
Harvard Business School and a B.S from Syracuse University.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Mohammed Dewji, Tanzania, Group Chief Executive Officer of
Mohammed Enterprises Tanzania Limited</span></b><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Dewji is the Group Chief Executive Officer of <a href="http://www.metl.net/" target="_blank">Mohammed Enterprises TanzaniaLimited</a> (MeTL) and at 39 is the youngest member of the Forbes’ <a href="http://www.forbes.com/africa-billionaires/list/" target="_blank">Africa’s50 Richest</a> list with an estimated networth of USD $500 million. The
MeTL Group began as a family business, a small trading company which Mohammed
transformed into one of the largest industrial conglomerates in East
Africa, with interests ranging from real estate, agriculture, finance,
distribution and manufacturing. The company employs more than 24,000 people
across Tanzania and
according to Dewji, generates annual revenues of USD$1.3 billion. Dewji has
been a Member of Parliament in the National Assembly of Tanzania since 2005.
Dewji graduated from Georgetown University with a degree in International
Business and Finance with a minor in Theology.</span></div>
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<b><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Kola Karim, Nigeria, Group Managing Director and Chief
Executive Officer of Shoreline Energy International</span></b><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Karim is the Group Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer
of <a href="http://www.shoreline-group.com/" target="_blank">Shoreline EnergyInternational</a>, a Nigerian conglomerate with interests that span oil &
gas, power generation, engineering, commodities trading, infrastructure and
construction across sub-Saharan Africa. In 2012, Shoreline Energy
partnered with U.K-based Heritage Oil in acquiring a stake in OML 30, an
oilfield asset in Nigeria for a reported $850 million. An avid polo
player, Karim was named Young Global Leader class of 2008 by the <a href="http://www.weforum.org/" target="_blank">World Economic Forum</a>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Ashish J. Thakkar, Uganda, Founder and Managing Director of
Mara Group, Mara Foundation and Mara Online</span></b><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Thakkar is the Founder and Managing Director of <a href="https://mara.com/" target="_blank">Mara Group</a>, a diversified
conglomerate with approximately USD $1 billion in revenues, according to
Thakkar. The group operates in operates in 19 of the 46 sub-Saharan African
nations, as well as in India and the United Arab Emirates. Headquartered in
Dubai, Mara Group participates in sectors ranging from financial services,
information and communications technology, manufacturing, real estate and
agriculture. Thakkar also launched <a href="https://mara.com/business/#tech" target="_blank">Mara Online</a>, a
portfolio of online and mobile platforms that allow users to communicate,
interact and collaborate with each other. The serial entrepreneur advises the
Presidents of Tanzania and Uganda and
runs Mara
Foundation, a social enterprise that mentors young African entrepreneurs.
He signed up for <a href="http://www.virgingalactic.com/" target="_blank">Virgin Galactic</a>‘s first mission to space.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Mamadou Toure, Cameroon,
Founder and Chairman of Africa 2.0</span></b><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Toure is the founder and Chairman of <a href="http://africa2point0.org/%20africa/index.php" target="_blank">Africa 2.0</a>,
an initiative-driven advocacy group that brings together emerging leaders
representing African countries and the diaspora, who share a common vision of
the continent’s future. In 3 years of existence Africa 2.0 has
already grown into an organization with a global footprint in 26 countries
and rallied some of the most influential continental and
global leaders. As the Managing Director with <a href="http://www.ge.com/ng/company/africa.html" target="_blank">General Electric (GE) Africa</a>, Toure currently leads a regional Investments and
Project Finance team supporting all GE businesses (power, water, mining,
oil & gas, transportation, healthcare, aviation) with financing solutions
across sub-Saharan Africa. Toure received a distinction as “New Leader for
Tomorrow” by the Crans Montana
Forum in 2011. He was selected in 2012 as of one of the <a href="http://newafricanmagazine.com/special-reports/other-reports/2013-100-most-influential-africans" target="_blank">100 Most Influential Africans</a> by the <a href="http://newafricanmagazine.com/" target="_blank">New African Magazine</a>. In
2013, Toure was ranked among the “<a href="http://bricsmagazine.com/en/articles/25-faces-of-the-new-africa" target="_blank">25 Faces of the new Africa</a>” by BRICS Business
Magazine <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Amadou Mahtar Ba, Senegal, Founder
and Chief Executive Officer of the African Media Initiative</span></b><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><br />
<br />
Mahtar Ba is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of the African Media
Initiative (AMI), a pan-African organization aimed at strengthening the media
sector in Africa. Ba is also a co-founder and Chairman of AllAfrica Global
Media, Inc – owner and operator of <a href="http://www.allafrica.com/" target="_blank">AllAfrica.com</a>, one of the largest distributor of African
news and information worldwide. For three years in a row, Mahtar Ba has been
selected as one of the <a href="http://newafricanmagazine.com/special-reports/other-reports/2013-100-most-influential-africans" target="_blank">100 Most Influential Africans</a> by the <a href="http://newafricanmagazine.com/" target="_blank">New African Magazine</a>,
in 2011, 2012 and 2013 respectively. He was also listed in the top 500 Africans
contributing to the rise of the continent by the <a href="http://www.africa24magazine.com/" target="_blank">Africa24 magazine</a> published
in March, 2011.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Simdul Shagaya, Nigeria – Tech Entrepreneur and Founder of
Konga.com and DealDey.com </span></b><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Shagaya is the founder and CEO of <a href="http://www.konga.com/" target="_blank">Konga.com</a>, Nigeria’s
largest online shopping portal and <a href="http://www.dealdey.com/" target="_blank">DealDey</a> spinoff site. Konga.com, Africa’s answer to <a href="http://www.amazon.com/" target="_blank">Amazon.com</a>, is an e-commerce
platform that sells goods and services directly to consumers. Shagaya is also
the founder & Executive Chairman of DealDey Limited, which offers services
and products at discounted prices. In 2013 Shagaya won the <a href="http://www.aabla2013.com/" target="_blank">All Africa Business Leaders Awards</a>’ <a href="http://www.aabla2013.com/west-africa" target="_blank">Entrepreneur of the Year</a>award. HumanIPO selected Konga.com as one of the African
technology startups of 2013. Shagaya is a graduate of George Washington
University, Dartmouth College and holds an M.B.A. from <a href="http://www.hbs.edu/Pages/default.aspx" target="_blank">Harvard BusinessSchool</a>.</span></div>
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<b><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Ben Magara, Zimbabwe, Chief Executive Officer and Director
of Lonmin</span></b><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Recently appointed as the Chief Executive Officer and as a
Director of <a href="http://www.lonmin.com/" target="_blank">Lonmin</a>,
the world’s third-largest platinum mining company, Magara is tasked with
improving industrial relations and guiding the platinum miner’s turnaround
strategy after strikes last year triggered violence<b> </b>which killed 46
people including 34 strikers shot dead by police in a single day at its <a href="http://www.lonminmarikanainfo.com/" target="_blank">Marikana mine</a>.
With a mining career that spans 26 years, Magara was previously the Chief
Executive Officer of Anglo Coal South Africa responsible for Anglo American
total coal business in South Africa and revenues of around USD $2 billion.
Magara, who speaks seven languages, has a degree in Mining Engineering from
the University of Zimbabwe.</span></div>
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<b><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Komla Dumor</span></b><i><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">, </span></i><b><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Ghana, Lead
Presenter on “Focus On Africa” and BBC World News’ European morning
segment</span></b><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">In memoriam. The highly-respected presenter of “<a href="http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/n13xtmgm" target="_blank">Focus on Africa</a>”,
BBC’s flagship and first-ever dedicated daily TV news show on BBC World News
died of cardiac arrest on January 18 earlier this year at his home in
London. Dumor, who was named one of “<a href="http://newafricanmagazine.com/special-reports/other-reports/2013-100-most-influential-africans" target="_blank">100 Most Influential Africans</a>” in 2013 by <a href="http://newafricanmagazine.com/" target="_blank">New African magazine</a>,
had “established himself as one of the emerging African faces of global
broadcasting.”As a lead presenter for BBC World, Dumor had considerable
influence on how the continent is covered.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">He leaves behind a powerful and enduring legacy; how the
continent is reported. <i>“There’s so much more to tell about Africa than
the usual stories about war, famine and disease.”</i><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Also read: <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/08/meet-africas-richest-woman.html" target="_blank">Africa's richest woman</a>, <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/08/american-bill-gates-and-canadian-caution.html" target="_blank">Bill Gates</a>, <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/06/the-walt-disney-train-ride-in-1928.html" target="_blank">Walt Disney</a>, <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/04/100-things-leke-taught-me.html" target="_blank">Leke Alder</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/11/how-do-i-get-ideas.html" target="_blank">How to get Ideas</a> and <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/11/how-i-implement-my-ideas.html" target="_blank">How to implement ideas</a></span><br />
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<div class="blogger-post-footer">A blog about success, business, social media, technology, entrepreneurship, and marketing.</div>Mina Angelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09801813020826443512noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5000503511159578264.post-58337387617793226432014-09-25T17:22:00.001-07:002015-06-24T08:22:59.307-07:0012 BUSINESS ADVICE YOU SHOULD IGNORE<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">One of the difficulties I had when starting my first
business was getting the right advice. Most advice was from business books or
blogs. Some of the most accepted advice turned out to be the worst for me at
the time.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><br /></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">The advice was often given by someone at a completely
different phase and often by people who had </span><br />
<a name='more'></a><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">lost touch with what it’s like to
be a bootstrapped startup founder. As a result, I had to learn some of these
startup lessons the hard way.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><br /></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Here are my top 12 pieces of business advice to ignore
in your bootstrapped startup.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">1.
Work on your business not in your business<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Working ‘on’ the business not ’in’ the business is
likely the most popular advice ever given to small business owners. The problem
is, It’s completely impractical and ignored by most successful business owners.
What would have happened if Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniac hired a sales guy and
an engineer and spent their time strategizing?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><br /></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">In most small businesses, you have to work in the
business. No one else has your vision and you can’t afford a replacement for
yourself anyway. Better advice is from Paul Graham who says ‘Do things that
don’t scale’. This is the opposite advice. It’s means getting stuck in, getting
your hands dirty and doing whatever you have to do to kick start growth. It’s a
prerequisite that you have a business model that <b>will scale</b>, but
you don’t have to replace yourself from day one.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><br /></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">2.
Learn how to sell<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">If you love sales, good for you. I do but I don’t know
it. Most business owners hate it, but they accept that you need to learn how to
sell in order to get customers. That’s not true. You don’t have to learn to
sell. You only have to be there with a valuable proposition when people are
ready to buy.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><br /></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">If you create value for potential customers, build
trust over time and you are there, top of mind when they are ready, they will
sell themselves. Particularly if you have a very simple proposition: a simple
solution to a well understood problem, sells itself.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><br /></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">3.
Ideas don’t matter, only execution matters<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">This is a two-sided advice that I think will send the
right message by helping people launch something quickly, and not stress
out for months about ideas. But the problem is, ideas do matter. A bad idea
that’s well executed will fail. I know that because I’ve done it. A great idea
that is poorly executed will also fail. I’ve also done that. You need both.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><br /></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">4.
Refine your elevator pitch<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">One of the first things your friends will tell you
when you start a business is to refine your elevator speech. If you watch
Grey’s Anatomy you’ll know there’s one thing that happens in elevators and it’s
not business development. More to the point, if your business model is
complicated or boring, it won’t matter how good your speech is.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><br /></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">But the worst advice you’ll get is to frontload your
elevator speech with benefits. Let’s say you have a graphic design business. On
day 1 of your business you run into Jane in the elevator. She asks what you do
for a living. You say ‘I make business cards’. Your entrepreneurial friends
don’t like your pitch so they help you make a better one by frontloading it
with benefits.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><br /></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">The following day you run into Jill in the elevator
who asks what you do for a living. To which you reply ‘we help companies
grow and increase the value of their brands with best in class graphic design
solutions like high quality business cards’. When Jill passes on the message do
you think she repeats your pitch? No, she says ‘He makes business cards’. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><br /></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">The point is, no matter how tricky you try to be, people
will only understand your words from their own perspective. Rather than try to
complicate your message, <b>create
something simple and referable</b> in the first place. If it’s a challenge to
explain what you do in one sentence, then the problem is not your elevator
pitch. The problem is your business. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><br /></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">5.
Content is King<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">I used to be a huge fan of content marketing, so it
hurts a little bit to admit that content isn’t king. The fact is, most
businesses get their customers when people talk about them. If content is your
thing, then by all means create compelling contents to get the attention of
your customers and get people talking. But don’t do it at the expense of your
product.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><br /></span></div>
<div style="line-height: 15.0pt; text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">It’s much more important to have a great product or
service than anything else. A great product means sticky customers, instant
referrals, more coverage and more growth. It’s the shortest path to more
customers. Content works too, but it takes a long time and it won’t launch a
poor product into success. Product is king.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><br /></span></div>
<div style="line-height: 15.0pt;">
<b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">6.
Think big<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
<div style="line-height: 15.0pt; text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">As an entrepreneur we all think we are Steve Jobs. I’m
guilty of it as well. I get excited about my ideas and try to turn them into
world-changing products. For most businesses, this really isn’t how things work
out. I’ve had a lot more exciting ideas, but they’ve generally failed. When you
think big you run the risk of losing focus on solving real problems.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div style="line-height: 15.0pt; text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><br /></span></div>
<div style="line-height: 15.0pt; text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Playing the visionary is a privilege reserved for 2nd
and 3rd time entrepreneurs: people who’ve already made it and are now playing
for fun and legacy. For most of us, we want to create a profitable business and
it’s much easier to do that by solving existing small problems. This generally
means thinking small, at least to start with.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div style="line-height: 15.0pt; text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><br /></span></div>
<div style="line-height: 15.0pt;">
<b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">7.
Raise your prices<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
<div style="line-height: 15.0pt; text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Most fellow entrepreneurs will tell you to raise your
prices when you ask them for advice. The popular way to start a business is to
go after the biggest consulting projects you can. A $1,000 project is great, a
$10,000 project is even better.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div style="line-height: 15.0pt; text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><br /></span></div>
<div style="line-height: 15.0pt; text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">For instance, one of my mentor’s first business had
his biggest project to be $32,000. In his current business, which is far better
and much more profitable, their biggest project is $99 (of which, it’s not
projects, it’s a monthly recurring service). Do you see the difference?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div style="line-height: 15.0pt; text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><br /></span></div>
<div style="line-height: 15.0pt; text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">The truth is prices can only be raised so far and
business models based on large projects are notoriously difficult to scale. If
you have to raise your prices 50% to become profitable, there is a good chance
your business model is broken.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div style="line-height: 15.0pt; text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><br /></span></div>
<div style="line-height: 15.0pt; text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Higher prices sometimes means less clients, which
means less referrals and less momentum. Businesses with less clients and higher
prices tend to be founder dependent. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div style="line-height: 15.0pt; text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><br /></span></div>
<div style="line-height: 15.0pt; text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">To build something that has scale built in and can
outgrow the founder, often the answer is to drop your prices and get more
customers. A business with lower prices and more customers tends to be more
stable, more consistent, more scalable and more valuable.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><br /></span></div>
<div style="line-height: 15.0pt;">
<b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">8.
Be productive<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
<div style="line-height: 15.0pt; text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Entrepreneurs are obsessed with productivity. If you
have a real business, it should run well regardless of how productive you are. What’s
likely to have a much bigger impact is your level of happiness and motivation.
If you lose motivation your business will die. If you are unhappy, your
business will die. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div style="line-height: 15.0pt; text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><br /></span></div>
<div style="line-height: 15.0pt; text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Look for ways to stay motivated and work on things
that make you happy, before worrying about being productive.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div style="line-height: 15.0pt; text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><br /></span></div>
<div style="line-height: 15.0pt;">
<b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">9.
Be everywhere<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
<div style="line-height: 15.0pt; text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">New business owners think they have to be everywhere.
They sign up to 30 forums, attend networking events, advertise on Google, sign
up to 50 different social networks and create content on 5 domains. Being
everywhere is a waste of time and bad advice.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div style="line-height: 15.0pt; text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><br /></span></div>
<div style="line-height: 15.0pt; text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Be where your customers are. By all means test as many
as you like, but don’t stay in 50 places because you think it is good advice: it’s
not. Stay in the places that drive customers to you.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div style="line-height: 15.0pt; text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><br /></span></div>
<div style="line-height: 15.0pt;">
<b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">10.
Follow your passion<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
<div style="line-height: 15.0pt; text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">There’s a good chance if you follow your passion
you’ll end up creating a local niche business and ‘working for yourself’. The
problem with working for yourself is you end up never building a real business
and just re-creating a job. But this time with a much harsher boss who makes
you do jobs that no real boss could legally make you do.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div style="line-height: 15.0pt; text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><br /></span></div>
<div style="line-height: 15.0pt; text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Forget your passion. Be passionate about business
instead. Be passionate about creating things and creating value for your
customers. If you can get into that zone, you can be happy creating any
business.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div style="line-height: 15.0pt; text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><br /></span></div>
<div style="line-height: 15.0pt; text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Create a business that has you working on things you
enjoy yes, but don’t create a lemonade stand because you like lemonade.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div style="line-height: 15.0pt; text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><br /></span></div>
<div style="line-height: 15.0pt;">
<b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">11.
Scratch your own itch<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
<div style="line-height: 15.0pt; text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Experts say ‘solve your own problems’ and create a
business based on that. This avenue is fraught with danger. When you do this,
judging the actual value of a product or service is difficult to achieve. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div style="line-height: 15.0pt; text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><br /></span></div>
<div style="line-height: 15.0pt; text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">People vote with their wallets, not their words. When
you scratch your own itch, you can’t vote with your wallet. You make
assumptions about what is and what isn’t really important. Your assumptions are
wrong.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div style="line-height: 15.0pt; text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><br /></span></div>
<div style="line-height: 15.0pt; text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">A better way is to solve someone else’s problem and
measure your progress based on whether or not they pay you. If you are
scratching your own itch, make sure you get it in your customers hands
quickly.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div style="line-height: 15.0pt; text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><br /></span></div>
<div style="line-height: 15.0pt;">
<b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">12.
Niche down<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
<div style="line-height: 15.0pt; text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">When you start your business, everyone will tell you
to find a small group of people to sell to. Find a niche of specific buyers
that you can serve well. My point of view is that real businesses serve large
markets. Some think it makes sense to start small and then naturally ‘outgrow’
the small market and go after bigger ones.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div style="line-height: 15.0pt; text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><br /></span></div>
<div style="line-height: 15.0pt; text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">This advice causes more problems for people than it
helps. I see a lot of entrepreneurs with successful niche businesses. But
they’ve hit a ceiling and lost momentum. It impacts on your productivity, your
growth, your motivation and you start second guessing your strategy.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div style="line-height: 15.0pt; text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><br /></span></div>
<div style="line-height: 15.0pt; text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">The easiest path to having a business serving a large
market is to start a business serving a large market. The last thing you
want to do as a business is to lose momentum. It’s the most powerful force in
business and when you choose to start serving a small niche and hope to outgrow
it later, you plan on compromising your momentum at some stage.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><br /></span></div>
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<div style="line-height: 15.0pt; text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Don’t be afraid to enter into a large market. It
affords you zero changes in strategy, clear targets and goals with consistent
growth and lots of referrals over time when customers/clients have completely
trust your products and services. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><br /></span></div>
<div style="line-height: 15.0pt; text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Also read: <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/02/plan-ahead.html" target="_blank">Planning</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/06/we-all-need-money.html" target="_blank">We all need money</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/04/100-things-leke-taught-me.html" target="_blank">100 Things Leke taught me</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/05/talent.html" target="_blank">Talent</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/03/career-bricks-in-your-briefcase-part-1.html" target="_blank">Career bricks in briefcase</a> and <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2012/09/can-you-say-i-love-my-job_13.html" target="_blank">Can you say you love your job</a></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Realize that now is the best time to be alive and productive. If
you want to make an easy job seem difficult, just keep putting off doing it. “A
duty dodged is like a debt unpaid; it is only deferred and we must come back
and settle the account at last,” said Joseph Newton. Work is the best thing
</span><br />
<a name='more'></a><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">ever invented for killing time.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">What’s holding us back? According to George Sheehan, “There are
those of us who are always about to live. We’re waiting until things change,
until there is more time, until we are less tired, until we get a promotion,
until we settle down, until, until-until. It always seem there must be some
major event that must occur in our lives before we will begin to live.” One of
these days is really none of these days. The by and by never comes. The person
who desires but doesn’t act brings stagnation. And don’t forget; always expect
poison from standing water.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Old age is about the only thing that comes to those who wait.
You can’t build your reputation on what you are going to do tomorrow. Do today
what you want to postpone until tomorrow. Do not allow idleness to deceive you;
for while you give him today, he steals tomorrow from you. Nothing is so
fatiguing as the eternal hanging-on of an uncompleted task.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">When people get into the habit of wasting time, they are sure to
waste a great deal that does not belong to them. “One day, today, is worth two
tomorrows” asserted Ben Franklin. What may be done at any time, will be done at
no time. Life is like a taxi, the meter keeps ticking whether you are getting
somewhere or standing still. The successful person is someone who went ahead
and did the things others never got around to.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">What the wise man does in the beginning is what the fool will do
at the end. Prolonged idleness paralyses initiative. Don’t stand shivering,
plunge in at once and get it over with. Tomorrow is the busiest day of the
week. if there is a hill to climb, don’t think waiting will make it any
smaller.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Make a decision now; even if the action is in the future. A
reviewed decision is usually better than one reached at the last minute. He who
fiddles around seldom get to lead the choir. There is danger in delay. It’s
always better to reap two days too soon than one day too late. I pity the man
who waits until the last day.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
<br />
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Finally, fools live in tomorrow while the wise live yesterday.
While the fool enjoys the little time he spares, the wise hunt for more by
utilizing odd moments. The man who is always killing time is really killing his
own chances in life. Be wise and smart.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><b>John Mason</b></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Also read: <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/12/why-do-people-procrastinate.html" target="_blank">Avoid procrastination</a> and <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/03/15-time-wasters-successful-people-avoid.html" target="_blank">time wasters</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/01/make-things-happen.html" target="_blank">make things happen</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/10/what-have-people-told-you.html" target="_blank">Ignore what people told you</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/08/two-choices.html" target="_blank">Make choices</a> and <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/07/the-song-just-start-something.html" target="_blank">Start something</a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">Many
people do not like to plan ahead in their personal or professional life;
including you and I. We either wait
until the last minute to plan what we want to do or jump into action without
any plan. The lack of interest in planning ahead is found to be deeply rooted
in our</span><br />
<a name='more'></a><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";"> belief system. I know this may sound unfamiliar but the following seven
reasons will explain why many people push aside planning. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">1.
People are reactive rather than proactive.<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">When we are
reactive, we do not plan to perform tasks or meet objectives until we are asked
to or it is urgent. We scarcely respond appropriately therefore, our reactive
plans rarely work. Until you become proactive, you will have little interest in
planning ahead.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">2.
People are not organized.<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">People who
plan ahead are typically better organized than those who do not. They may like
the idea of being organized or even expect others to be organized, but since they
lack organization, they do not believe in the benefit of planning. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">3.
People are not self-disciplined.<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">People who
are self-disciplined create order in their personal and professional lives.
They have the willpower to stick to their values and take the right actions
based on the right plans. Without a well-developed plan, it is difficult to be
self-disciplined. When there is lack of self-discipline, people tend to overlook
following through with their plans; another reason why they do not like to plan
ahead. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">4.
People procrastinate.<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">People are
good at making plans but procrastinate about implementing the plans. Whereas, others
procrastinate about planning ahead: they delay planning for success because
they think that it is too early to plan or they are not ready, or they may not
need a plan at all. The more they procrastinate, the harder it is to arrive at
effective plans that lead to success.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">5.
People don’t know how to plan effectively.<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">Planning
ahead requires knowledge. There are tools for effective planning, but if people
do not know them, then they will not be successful planners. Also, not knowing
how to plan effectively will result in a lack of interest in planning ahead.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">6.
People think planning is a waste of time!<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">Normally,
people don’t do what they don’t believe in. If they think that plans do not
work and that planning ahead is a waste of time, they are right! Remember, as a
man thinks in his heart, so he is. People get what they focus on thus, they
need to change their mind-set and see planning as necessary and very important.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">7.
People are not patient.<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">Finally,
people are too hasty and cannot wait for the plans to come to fruition. People just
want to jump right into the execution part without the plan in hand. This
attitude to planning results in incomplete plans, low productivity, and in most
cases, huge losses.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; line-height: 18px;">Now that you know the reasons why people don’t plan, why don’t you avoid them? There is no wisdom as </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; line-height: 13.5pt;">planning. Like the wise one will say “Failing to plan is
planning to fail.” I believe this article will help you to improve your sense
of planning, just as it helped me.</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">Also
read: <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/02/plan-ahead.html" target="_blank">Planning Ahead</a>, <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/03/15-time-wasters-successful-people-avoid.html" target="_blank">Time Wasters at Work</a>, <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/12/why-do-people-procrastinate.html" target="_blank">Why Do People Procrastinate</a>, <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/12/knowing-your-limitations.html" target="_blank">Overcoming your Limitations</a>, <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/07/the-song-just-start-something.html" target="_blank">Just Start Something</a> and <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/08/two-choices.html" target="_blank">Make Two Choices</a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-l6zDpu1yjmA/VAEqUT0gJLI/AAAAAAAAAmA/zaeDWk4q9aQ/s1600/Alakija.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-l6zDpu1yjmA/VAEqUT0gJLI/AAAAAAAAAmA/zaeDWk4q9aQ/s1600/Alakija.jpg" width="211" /></a></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Africa's richest woman and
chairman of Famfa Oil, <b>Mrs Folorunsho Alakija </b>addressed students of the
University of Lagos yesterday at the 2014 UN International Youths Day in
<a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/10/lagos-molue-12-business-lessons-to-learn.html" target="_blank">Lagos</a>. Speaking about her success story</span><br />
<a name='more'></a><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"> that has seen her become a
billionaire today, she also opened up about not attending University.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-style: italic;">"I
come from Ikorodu, <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/10/lagos-molue-12-business-lessons-to-learn.html" target="_blank">Lagos</a> state. I am married to a dashing young lawyer of 70
years of age and we have four grown up gentlemen and grandchildren. It has not
been a rag to riches fairytale. It has not been an overnight phenomenon like
some cases which you find here and there all over the world. For as long as I
can remember, I had always wanted my own <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/08/business-success-is-so-simple.html" target="_blank">business</a>. Hard work! I'm trying to
tell you how I got to where I am if you want those billions. Hard work,
diligence, persistence...days where you will nearly give up but, choose not to
give up.</span><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">It would have been easy to
compromise but I chose not to and I stayed focus. I could have stayed a
secretary as my father desired according to his plan for me but I had bigger
aspirations. I dreamt big. God strengthened me and gave me wisdom. I had a
<a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/03/discover-your-passions.html" target="_blank">passion</a> and burning desire to succeed. Being a secretary, a banker, a fashion
icon, a cooperate promoter and printer, a real estate owner, an oil magnate,
that I can assure you was no easy feat. Firm belief that what is worth doing is
what doing well or not doing at all. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">I took charge of my life with
the tools I have shared with you. I chose to become born again at the age of
40. I chose to make a covenant with God that if he would bless me I would work
for him all the days of my life. I chose to hold on to the cross and look up to
him every step of the way. Today additional accomplishment includes a wife of
almost 40 years, a mother, grandmother, ministry, counseling, outreach, NGO (Rose
of Sharon Foundation for widows) and Author, writer, author of several
inspirational books. All I say to the glory of God. So I am 63 and I am not yet
done. So what is your <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2012/10/results-and-excuses-get-real.html" target="_blank">excuse</a>? I never went to a University and I am proud to
say so because I don't think I have done too badly. You do not have to have a
University education to be able to make it so count yourselves privileged to
have that education as part of the feather in your cap" she said.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Also read: <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2012/10/results-and-excuses-get-real.html" target="_blank">Results and excuses</a>,
<a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/06/other-streams-of-income-why-you-need.html" target="_blank">Other streams of income</a>, <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/10/what-have-people-told-you.html" target="_blank">What have they told you</a>, <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/11/dreams-do-come-true.html" target="_blank">Dreams come true</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2011/08/think-outside-box.html" target="_blank">Think outside the box</a> and <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/11/rectitude-keep-believing-in-yourself.html" target="_blank">Believe in yourself</a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Dave
Thomas, founder of Wendy’s hamburger chain, left school after year ten. He
began his education at the age of twelve, working at a launch counter.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">He
spent time as a cook in the army, worked in several restaurants and as a
manager of a KFC store, which led him to open his first Wendy’s store in 1969.
His stores</span><br />
<a name='more'></a><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"> today number 4020. Yet one thing he notes about education is that
many people, especially those with degrees, out-think themselves. He maintains that
success is not about complicated theories found in university lecture rooms.
Success, he believes, is simply knowing what people want and helping them get
their money’s worth: simple!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">‘I
know how to make a hamburger,’ he says. ‘We give customers good food, clean
restaurants, polite service at a good price.’ Really! Do you need to go to
university to know this? Of course not, but success is about knowing this
deeply and intrinsically, and building your whole business based on these
principles.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">How
can you learn the principles? Study the successes. Successful people write
autobiographies, and they generally set out their business principles clearly
there. It’s not an ideal way to learn. Face-to-face is better, but it is a
place to start. As time goes by and you gain more experience, you will manage
to meet your role models and learn more.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">It
isn’t a secret: throughout history students have assimilated what their masters
have done, branched out on their own, and improved on past practices. And it’s
the only way you can fast-track your education.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Don’t
just concentrate on the success of others. Learn from their failures too. Study
how they spend their money as well as how they make it. Use other people’s
experience; it is invaluable.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Brian Sher</span></b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<i><span style="color: #548dd4; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Making money
out of thin air<o:p></o:p></span></i></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Also
read: <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/11/rectitude-keep-believing-in-yourself.html" target="_blank">Believe in Yourself</a>, <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/06/we-all-need-money.html" target="_blank">We all need money</a>, <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/11/dreams-do-come-true.html" target="_blank">Dreams do Come True</a>, <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2011/08/think-outside-box.html" target="_blank">Think Outside the Box</a>, <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/11/creativity-is-worth-millions.html" target="_blank">Be creative</a> and <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/11/how-thoughts-become-things.html" target="_blank">Thoughts Become Things</a><o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Do you know Keith Richards and Mick
Jagger? What about Bill Gates and Steve Ballmer? What about Warren Buffett and
Charlie Munger? … Bill Hewlett and Dave Packard? If you don’t know them, they
represent </span><br />
<a name='more'></a><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">some of the famous business partnerships I know. But what do these
famous partnerships have in common? They lasted a long time, some are still
going strong. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">In 2010, I went into three business
partnerships with two friends and a business partner. One of them crashed after
seven months, the other crashed in 2011 while the third is still working,
though with some persisting challenges hence, the business struggling to hit
double digit profit.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Having said all that, the big
question is: <b>why is it that some
partnerships succeed while others crash and burn? <o:p></o:p></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">To find an answer, here are a few
reasons I put together from a short research I made late last year when I was
invited for a partnership. I asked a mentor and a few experts to give me an insight
to what has made famous partnerships thrive. So, I identified four key elements
that define lasting business partnerships.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Trust<br />
</span></b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Trust is the foundation for any
successful partnership. Trust implies that both parties participate in the
relationship with both ‘gives' and ‘gets. The attitude of giving a full
commitment to the partnership will usually result in getting the same
commitment in return.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">It's that very commitment that has
kept Warren Buffett and his vice chairman of Berkshire Hathaway, Charlie
Munger, working together for more than 30 years. Indeed, while they are known
to be exact opposites in terms of personality, their deep trust in one another
has allowed their partnership to be mutually beneficial despite their
differences.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Shared vision and values<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Also, it's important that partners
aren't too different when it comes to goals. Hewlett and Packard, both Stanford
University electrical engineering graduates, worked together on a fellowship.
When they launched their business in Packard's garage near Palo Alto,
California, in 1939, they shared the same mission and objective: to build an
electronics company.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">What cripples famous partnerships to
a point of failure is when, after achieving success, the partners have the
interest and opportunity to take on new projects. New projects can require new
missions and objectives that take the partners in different directions, and so
the elements of the relationship that made them successful end up frittering
away.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Mutual respect<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">From the famous examples I mentioned
earlier, each pair has complementary skill sets that allow the partners to
respect each other's unique strengths. Each partner needs to "acknowledge
that no matter who did what or how much, nothing could have been accomplished
without the work and contribution of the other," says my mentor. Keith
Richards, for example, an expert musician, relies on Jagger's skills as a vocalist,
lyricist and businessman.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Similarly, though Bill Gates is no
longer at Microsoft, his genius at software development, combined with Steve
Ballmer's ability to drive ideas from inception to implementation, made them a
successful pair.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Honest and open communication<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">It is also important to note that communicating
with a partner can be liken to communicating with a spouse. Meaning: you need
to have honest and open communication always, no matter how difficult the
topic. This includes talking about money, mistakes, different management styles,
instincts and more.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">It's extremely important that your
partner know where you stand; what motivates you, how you operate, what your expectations
are, e.t.c. “Make it a practice to meet with everyone on your team very
early on and tell them everything they need to know about you and also
encourage them to tell you what you need to know about them at the end of the
meeting: It makes for a more productive partnership" an expert I consulted
told me. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Finally, partnerships fail when a
partner does a little deal on the side or wants to break away and the second
party finds out about it hence; declaring yourself is important. As you work to make your partnership thrive, find
a win-win solution that is fair to both of you, and establish clear metrics for
success. Anyone who's been in a
partnership can tell you that they are not easy, far from a stroll in the park
but, they can be extremely rewarding, and perhaps even essential to the success
of your business or venture.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Also read: <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/06/interview-why-young-entrepreneurs-fail.html" target="_blank">Why young entrepreneurs fail</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/11/sex-and-business.html" target="_blank">sex and business</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/12/knowing-your-limitations.html" target="_blank">Overcoming your limitations</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2011/08/think-outside-box.html" target="_blank">Thinking outside the box</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/03/discover-your-passions.html" target="_blank">Focus on your passion</a> and <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/07/business-creating-culture-of.html" target="_blank">Be accountable</a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<div class="blogger-post-footer">A blog about success, business, social media, technology, entrepreneurship, and marketing.</div>Mina Angelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09801813020826443512noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5000503511159578264.post-83485238882499994692014-08-26T18:10:00.001-07:002015-07-02T05:58:11.030-07:00SOME CHALLENGES FACING FAMILY OWNED BUSINESSES<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Many businesses are family owned businesses as it is easy to
find family members and start a company. For many family owned businesses, here
are the common challenges faced:</span><br />
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Most family business are informal and do not have much structure
or policies. Communications may be informal and may be influenced by political
divisions or other relationship problems.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">As the family business usually hires family members, there may
be lack of outside opinions and this limits the diversity of ideas required to
expand the business.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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high turnover<o:p></o:p></span></b></li>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Hiring family members for high positions may prevent really good
talents from joining the business as there is a "glass ceiling." Some
family members may even lack the skills required for the job, and firing a
family member is hard. When employees feel that the family will always promote
over outsiders and when employees realize that management is incompetent they
will leave.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Because most family owned businesses are run by older family
members, there is a resistance to changes and new ideas proposed by younger
family members and tradition will prevail over best practices.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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strategy</span></b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></li>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Family businesses usually run till they fail. At no point of the
business do they call for a valuation or plan to increase or decrease its
value. There is no plan to sell off and go into another sector. Only in very
few instances that they come together and agree to sell shares to competent
managers and public.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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training<o:p></o:p></span></b></li>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Family members may be placed into positions which are not good
or fit for them, and it is done so due to relationship in the family. There is
often no formal training, documentation or business continuity plan if a family
member has to retire or leaves the company (or dies).<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Due to lack of capital, talents, new investments or resistance
to reinvest in the business, family businesses often face challenges in growing
or expanding regionally or internationally.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">These are the common challenges faced by businesses. If you plan
to start one, perhaps you can think of overcoming some of these challenges as
you write your business plan. And if you are a part of any successful family
business, kindly share with us how you or your family overcame these challenges
and made the business successful.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Also read: <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/12/knowing-your-limitations.html" target="_blank">Overcoming your business limitations</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/05/simple-steps-to-increase-small-business.html" target="_blank">Increase your business productivity</a>, Home based business: <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2012/08/home-based-business-quiz.html" target="_blank">the Quiz</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2012/08/home-based-business-plus-and-minus.html" target="_blank">the Plus and minus</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2012/08/home-based-business-potholes.html" target="_blank">the Potholes</a> and <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/06/how-to-revive-any-dying-business.html" target="_blank">How to revive a dying business</a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Someone recently ask me if I found any differences
between the audiences I speak to in Canada and the U.S. The answer is yes.
“Americans want to be Bill Gates. Canadians want to be careful.”</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">This article was originally titled “<b>Americans want to be Bill Gates. Canadians
want to be careful</b>”<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">I’m not sure why this is. While Canadians are known
for their more conservative approach in general, our entrepreneurs were at
least as daring as the Americans’ in opening up the West, building the national
railway, and pushing back the frontiers of communications, medicine, and
technology. Still, when I speak about entrepreneurship and innovation in the
U.S., there’s buzz about success and fortune; you can almost hear the American
Dream springing to life. In Canada, however, the word entrepreneur is still
painfully associated with the term ‘small business.’<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Across Canada, at cocktail parties and banker’s
offices, our should-be heroes of industry and innovation are still too often
dismissed as wild risk-takers who needlessly put their savings and financial
security on the line. But entrepreneurship is so much more than that.
Businesses that employ fewer than 500 people in North America have accounted
for two-thirds of job growth in the past 10 to 20 years. The dreamers and the
risk-takers are the growth engines that drive our economies. So let’s not label
the entrepreneurs behind these businesses and the opportunities they pursue
‘crazy.’ Rather, let’s go with ‘crazy important.’<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Still, there is something to be said for the Canadian
approach to entrepreneurship. While we need more people to take initiative and
champion change, there’s merit in doing so conservatively. I like to advise
entrepreneurs to dream big, but proceed with caution. What exactly does this
mean? There is never a shortage of opportunities in business; they’re
everywhere. The key to success lies not in putting all your hopes and life’s
savings into the first Big Idea you see, but in taking time to define the very
best venture you will actually choose to pursue.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Last month, I addressed the process of bringing
together your team to generate great new business ideas. We talked about the
power of the group dynamic and the “Yes, and...” process that enables your team
to generate a wall of Post-It notes full of ideas.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Once you’ve done that, however, you need to begin
culling those ideas into a manageable short list. More importantly, your ideas
should be relevant to you, your business and your prospective customers.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Sounds obvious, I know, but judging by the number of
times that I read about companies selling off non-core assets or dropping
unprofitable clients, I realize that dreams of glorious short-term returns too
often overcome solid analytical thinking.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">I approach opportunity assessment with a rigorous,
three-pronged approach. I like to rank each business opportunity according to
three criteria: global (which includes ensuring that each new idea aligns with
your company’s high-level, strategic direction, its vision, its mission, and so
on), sales and marketing (rigorously identifying the ideal customer, target
markets, time-to-market, and the competitive landscape) and financial
(analyzing the projected top-line revenue, contribution, productivity ratios,
net profit, and so on). The bracketed examples are, of course, only a few of
the concepts you need to think through; there are many others that your team
will think of or may already have in place.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Before anyone on your team gets carried away by a
shiny new idea, it’s extremely important that you rank each opportunity you are
considering against all three of these criteria. Don’t fall into the trap of
saying, “this is a great idea, even though it’s not in keeping with the
long-term vision of the company. I’ll worry about getting back on-strategy next
quarter.”<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Unless you rank new opportunities thoroughly and
objectively, ruthlessly matching them to your strategy and capabilities, you
will have little chance of converting even the best new ideas into successful
and highly profitable new products.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">The moral of the story:</span></b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"> Embrace the American dream; believe in the
possibility of success, but exercise good old Canadian caution along the way.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-style: italic;">Ken Tencer<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">CEO
of Spyder Works Inc. He is a branding and innovation thought leader who
helps organizations reimagine their futures. He is the co-author of two books
on innovation — <a href="http://www.amazon.ca/The-90-Rule-Whats-Opportunity/dp/1450513549" target="_blank">The 90%Rule</a> and <a href="http://www.amazon.ca/Cause-Disturbance-Right-Hand-Breakthrough-Innovator/dp/1614489920" target="_blank">Causea Disturbance</a> (Morgan James Publishing, NY).</span></i><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Also
read: <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/06/risks-and-rewards-of-entrepreneurship.html" target="_blank">Risks and Rewards of Entrepreneurship</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/05/simple-steps-to-increase-small-business.html" target="_blank">Business productivity</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/10/five-business-lessons-from-tennis.html" target="_blank">Business Lessons from Tennis</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2011/08/think-outside-box.html" target="_blank">Thinking Outside the Box</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/10/lagos-molue-12-business-lessons-to-learn.html" target="_blank">Business Lessons from Lagos Molue</a> and <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/04/100-things-leke-taught-me.html" target="_blank">100 Things Leke Taught Me</a>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<div class="blogger-post-footer">A blog about success, business, social media, technology, entrepreneurship, and marketing.</div>Mina Angelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09801813020826443512noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5000503511159578264.post-35653142001342011972014-08-11T17:58:00.000-07:002015-07-02T06:05:12.203-07:00A LITTLE EFFORT AND THE C-PLAN<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;">You know that deadlines
stress you out and even the best-laid plans get messy, don’t you? But with a
little effort, you can become a dependable, respectable businessman</span><br />
<a name='more'></a><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;"> or entrepreneur who is
admired for always being on time and achieving their dreams. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;">Here's some tips to get you there.<br />
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<b>Have a Plan B, and even better, a Plan C</b><o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;">Surprises, setbacks and
roadblocks are inevitable. You may not know where they're coming from, but
trust me: Things will go wrong – they always do. So think about alternatives
and backups before you even get started. If you create options for yourself,
you will have less stress. If you're embarking upon a new project, there's only
so much you can learn on your own. Reach out to a mentor and ask, "What
should I be aware of? What could go wrong?" Their advice will save you
time and money.</span></div>
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<b>Give yourself some cushion</b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 13.5pt; line-height: 115%;">It's
important to be realistic about how quickly you can accomplish a task. Do
yourself a favor and factor in a little more time than you think you need when
you begin setting deadlines. You already know that things could get off track!
If you're unsure about how much time you really need to budget, reach out to
someone with experience. It's tempting to over-promise and try to be
Superman, but I guarantee that your colleagues would rather you just not
be late. If you don't end up needing the extra time you factored in, you may
even make a deadline early, and that's sure to impress.</span><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;">Set explicit expectations</span></b><br />
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<span style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Other people always have different ideas about what
constitutes timeliness, it's best to establish very clear expectations with the
people you work with – ideally in writing. This is especially true if you hire
an outside contractor to work with you. Does he or she know what is expected of
them? Make sure. It's best to check in regularly, too. If there are going to be
any issues about him or her meeting a deadline, you'd rather know about it
earlier than later, so you can adjust your plans. If you send an email, confirm
he or she received it. Don't hesitate to get on the phone. We all need people
to help us achieve our goals.</span></div>
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Use these tips to start reaching your goals, one deadline at a time. C-Plan or
Plan C is one of the most effective tool to meeting deadlines and targets:
because, some will always want to go wrong. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;">Also read: <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/11/rectitude-keep-believing-in-yourself.html" target="_blank">Believe in Yourself</a>, <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/08/two-choices.html" target="_blank">Just Start Something</a>, <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/11/dreams-do-come-true.html" target="_blank">Dreams do come True</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/08/two-choices.html" target="_blank">Make two Choices</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/12/knowing-your-limitations.html" target="_blank">Know your limitations</a> and
<a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/11/creativity-is-worth-millions.html" target="_blank">Be Creative</a>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #3d3d3d; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Are you a “<b>Businessman</b>” or an
“<b>Entrepreneur</b>”? Well, so many people
use them interchangeably worldwide, what about you? But the fact is that the
meaning they signify is as different from each other as it can possibly be.</span><br />
<a name='more'></a><span style="color: #3d3d3d; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"> In
course of ignorance, many businessmen label themselves as entrepreneurs.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="color: #3d3d3d; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Who is a Businessman?</span></b><span style="color: #3d3d3d; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"> A businessman is any person that engages in a series of
economic activities to earn a profit. Okay. <b>Who then is an Entrepreneur?</b> An entrepreneur, on the other hand, is
someone who conceives an idea or a solution to a problem in society, finds
investors and sets up an enterprise to offer his expertise to the general
public.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #3d3d3d; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Is that all, <b>how else is a
Businessman different from an Entrepreneur?</b> There are many differences in
the way both think, operate, and do business.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #3d3d3d; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">A businessman starts his business with
an already existing and mostly a well-exploited area whereas an entrepreneur
conceives a fresh concept/idea/solution to start his enterprise. The
entrepreneur has an object to provide a never-tried-before solution to an
existing problem instead of capitalizing on a tried-and-tested idea.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #3d3d3d; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">A businessman is afraid to take risks
whereas an entrepreneur is always ready to plunge deep in. A businessman is
apprehensive of trying new things. An entrepreneur is almost habitual of taking
risks.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #3d3d3d; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">A businessman is concerned with hiring
people to increase his business productivity whereas an entrepreneur brings
productivity in his employees. An entrepreneur hires people and converts them
into a pool of resource which can be easily and effectively tapped by the
society.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #3d3d3d; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">A businessman shies away from changes,
and often finds him at the receiving end of turbulent business environment
whereas an entrepreneur is always eager to face challenging business
conditions. A businessman is apprehensive of changes whereas an entrepreneur
embraces changes.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #3d3d3d; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">A businessman, more often than not,
sticks with his older products and is afraid to innovate. An entrepreneur is
renowned for his knack of innovating and creating a better product for the
society. An entrepreneur thrives on his risk taking capabilities and strives to
outshine all his previous products each time.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #3d3d3d; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">A businessman stays with the more
traditional way of doing business whereas an entrepreneur is obsessed with
unconventional way of doing things. Beginning from the product idea and going
till after the product has been sold, an entrepreneur makes an effort to be
boldly unconventionally different.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #3d3d3d; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">A businessman is known for making
revenue whereas entrepreneurs are focused on creating value. Adding value to
the society is the reason entrepreneurs exist. Entrepreneurs want to bring in a
revolutionary change in the way society thinks and works.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #3d3d3d; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">A businessman adopts an idea, starts a business and brings it to life
whereas an entrepreneur plants the seed, nourishes it over years and creates a
value-generating asset for the world; he brings life to his business.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #3d3d3d; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><br /></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB" style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #3d3d3d; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Also read: <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/05/which-one-are-you.html" target="_blank">Which One are You</a>, <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/06/top-businessman-advice-africas.html" target="_blank">Top Businessman Advice</a>,
<a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/06/interview-why-young-entrepreneurs-fail.html" target="_blank">Why young Entrepreneurs Fail</a>, <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/06/being-mediator-among-my-friends-has.html" target="_blank">Business and Friends Don’t Mix</a>, <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/06/how-to-revive-any-dying-business.html" target="_blank">Revive Your Dying Business</a> and <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/05/simple-steps-to-increase-small-business.html" target="_blank">How to make yourself work</a>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<div class="blogger-post-footer">A blog about success, business, social media, technology, entrepreneurship, and marketing.</div>Mina Angelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09801813020826443512noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5000503511159578264.post-21730363251971379042014-07-09T17:53:00.000-07:002015-07-02T06:09:19.215-07:008 TIPS FOR DEVELOPING LOYAL CUSTOMERS<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-H37hvaFFdns/U73gAFMZueI/AAAAAAAAAkA/EsWKbv2Ufc8/s1600/Loyalty.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-H37hvaFFdns/U73gAFMZueI/AAAAAAAAAkA/EsWKbv2Ufc8/s1600/Loyalty.jpg" /></a></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">You will
agree with me that one of the most tiresome tasks of being a small business
owner is constantly establishing loyalty from your current clients, while
developing relationships with new ones. It can take months</span></div>
<a name='more'></a><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">, and even years to
build a great relationship, yet only few minutes to destroy it.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">However,
having used these tips for a while now I believe they will help you, just like
they helped me. Read on and learn them to heart. Put them to use and begin to
keep record and enjoy customer loyalty in your small business. Also, share with
those in your circles that will benefit from this; just like I just did with
you. Let’s roll.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">1.
Be Honest<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<div style="text-align: justify;">
<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">Part of
establishing loyalty with a client is developing a pattern of transparency so
there are no grey areas in your business relationship. Whether in your pricing
or delivery, work quality or business-client relationship, you need to hold
true to your promises. When you don’t hold true to your word, you not only
crush your reputation, you waste other people’s time and money and loose
business. Please don’t compromise your honesty.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">2.
Show Kindness<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<div style="text-align: justify;">
<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">Everybody wants
to be cared for, even me. In your business-client relationships, you have to
make it apparent from the beginning that you genuinely care for your customer’s
needs. One of the best ways to show you care is to become a great listener.
Inherit your client’s vision as if it was your own, and always try to save them
time and resources. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">3.
Have Integrity<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">You need to
hold true to your character and your values as a business owner. Your character
and your integrity is all you have at the end of the day. Do not put on a front
for a client, if that is not truly how you or your business operates. For your
own sake and the sake of your clients, stay true to who you are. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
</div>
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<b><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">4.
Stick to Your Talent<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<div style="text-align: justify;">
<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">Your clients
trust you for the specific talents that you have. Contain yourself, and don’t
go outside your area of expertise. Clients respect those who can direct them to
an expert, rather than those who pretend to be an expert. I assure you, this
will enhance your talent. And stay abreast of whatever is happening in your
industry at all times.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">5.
Generate Results<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<div style="text-align: justify;">
<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">People trust
people who generate results. You can have all the energy, passion and zeal in
the world, but if you do not generate results, it is only a matter of time
before the loyalty between you and your client dwindle. I strongly believe in
the principle of ‘under promising and over delivering”.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">6.
Connect Deeper<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<div style="text-align: justify;">
<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">There is
something amazing that happens when you can find a common denominator between
you and a client and focus in on that. Whether it is your passion for a certain
sport, or your love for your kids, your clients are human and like to have
connections with those they work with and/or hire to do work for them. This
concept is very similar to how a waiter or waitress tries to connect with their
customers for bigger tips and to keep them coming back.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
</div>
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<b><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">7.
Stay Consistent<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<div style="text-align: justify;">
<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">Most clients
are smart enough to weigh their options between different companies before
establishing a relationship. If someone hires you, it is most likely because
they have done their research and/or like your previous work enough to call
you. One of the easiest ways to make them happy and loyal is via your consistency.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">8.
Practice Grace<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">Sometimes you are going to get burned. It is
not every business-client relationship that will turn out great. There will
always be those clients that you just can seem to make happy and they certainly
are not loyal. Sometimes a client just needs to know that you are patient and
willing to stand firm when the crap hits the fan. You never want to give up,
but rather turn the other cheek.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">I know that these tips work because they
have kept lots of business relationships for me in the past eight years plus. Try
them and master them and teach others in your circle; you may never know how
many businesses you will help keep their customers loyal. I wish you all the
best.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">Please if you have additional tips, you can add them as comments for we all to benefit from. Thank you!</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">Also
read: <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2012/10/results-and-excuses-get-real.html" target="_blank">Results and Excuses</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/11/sex-and-business.html" target="_blank">Business and Sex</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/10/lagos-molue-12-business-lessons-to-learn.html" target="_blank">Lagos Molue Lessons</a>, <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2011/08/think-outside-box.html" target="_blank">Thinking Outside the Box</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/04/100-things-leke-taught-me.html" target="_blank">100 Things Leke Taught Me</a> and <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/03/the-story-of-anyway.html" target="_blank">The Story of Anyway</a>. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<div class="blogger-post-footer">A blog about success, business, social media, technology, entrepreneurship, and marketing.</div>Mina Angelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09801813020826443512noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5000503511159578264.post-17804444260094677532014-07-09T17:32:00.001-07:002015-07-02T06:10:28.473-07:00MANAGING ANGRY CUSTOMERS<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">What
do you know about dealing with difficult customers? How about dealing with
angry customers? I learnt to deal with these set of customers the hard way
while starting off in business many years ago</span><br />
<a name='more'></a><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";"> and I lost some good deals then. It
trailed my business for a while before I came off it via the help of a mentor.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">In
late 2012, a childhood friend of mine, who just started his freelance venture
then, had issues with managing some angry clients of his and they almost
crumbled his small business with negative referrals. After a phase of
struggles, he came to me for advice and I told him these points on managing
angry customers and clients. It put them to use and they worked for him.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">Remember,
the goal of every business is to have happy satisfied customers. But, from time
to time you or any of your employees will encounter an angry customer or
client. Do not wait till you have difficult and angry customers and clients
before you master these nuggets in managing angry customers.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">Here
are five ways I manage my angry customers. Read on..... <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">Handle the
person first, then the problem</span></b><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">. Let angry people vent their frustrations.
This alone will go a long way toward resolving the problem. Many times people
just need to let off some steam and you are their sounding board, whether you
deserve to be or not. Allow the talk.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";"><br /></span></div>
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<b><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">Apologize.</span></b><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";"> This is
crucial. It shows you are committed to the relationship. Remember, the customer
is always right, whether they are or not. So apologize, whether or not it was
your fault; after you have allowed them to talk.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">Show empathy.</span></b><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";"> Assure your
customer that he or she has every right to be angry and disappointed and that
you would feel the same way if it happened to you. Make them feel understood.
Use your own experiences to show empathy. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">Find a solution.</span></b><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";"> Resolve the
problem with your customer, not for the customer. Ask questions that will get
the customer involved in the process, such as "How would you like to see
this problem resolved?" or “If you were in my position, how might you
resolve this kind of problem for your customer?" <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">Follow up. </span></b><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">After
resolving the problem, you must follow up. Make sure things are satisfactory,
but also look for additional needs that represent selling opportunities. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">By
employing these strategies, I can assure you that in less time you will begin
to turn every angry customer and client that comes your business way into happy
ones.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">Also
read: <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/06/top-businessman-advice-africas.html" target="_blank">Advice for African Entrepreneurs</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/05/the-challenges-of-entrepreneurship.html" target="_blank">Challenges of Entrepreneurship</a>,<a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/06/interview-why-young-entrepreneurs-fail.html" target="_blank"> Why Young Entrepreneurs Fail</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/02/plan-ahead.html" target="_blank">Planning Ahead</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/05/levelling-up.html">Levelling Up</a> and <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/10/five-business-lessons-from-tennis.html" target="_blank">Lessons from Tennis.</a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;">Starting a small business
may sound easy considering it’s a “small business”, but the reality is there
are numerous problems that often larger businesses don’t even have to deal
with. Tasks can be overwhelming when only one or two people are running
the business,</span><br />
<a name='more'></a><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;"> and there is no money to pay someone else to fix constantly
arising problems. Below are common challenges most small business owners
will face.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;"><br /></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;">Human Dependence</span></b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;">When you stop running, the business stops running.
If you only have 2 employees and 1 employee becomes sick, what do you do?
You might say hire more people, but that’s another problem. Every person
added to your payroll costs your business more money. And when you do
have someone on the payroll they will expect hours. Putting someone on
the payroll as a backup employee can be costly and most people aren’t willing
to do it.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;"><br /></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;">Employees</span></b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;">The high dependence on a small number of employees
means it is vital to choose the right people. It’s impossible to know if
someone will become flaky and stop showing up for work at some point, but you
should do your best to determine if they will be a good fit. You should
interview employees and do all the necessary procedures before hiring. Once
hired, take plenty of time before giving a new employee big responsibilities. You
should trust them and build a relationship, so that you understand them on a
personal level. This way they will feel respected and value their position at
your business.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;"><br /></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;">Too Much</span></b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;">Even with trusted employees, owners often take on too
many tasks themselves. Sometimes it’s because the money is tight and
that’s the only way to get a job done. Taking on so much leaves the owner
exhausted. Problems of all kinds, from an employee not getting their full
paycheck to the soda machine breaking down during a lunch rush will
happen. As an owner it’s impossible to learn every little detail of the
business without exhausting themselves. There needs to be a healthy
balance between their work, and paying someone else to fix the problem.
This is where money comes in.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;"><br /></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;">Money</span></b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;">The money aspect is what will give an owner the option
to relax for a few days and have another person take over. If the money
is not there, the owner won’t have that option. Small business owners
must either have a large amount of capital set aside or they must have another
source of income like a second job. This is the reason why the beginning
stages of starting a small business are the hardest. Even thorough
planning will not prevent unforeseen expenses in the business. Once cash
is flowing it doesn’t mean a business is successful. An increase in
profit almost always means an increase in expenses, so it’s vital to make sure
you’re staying on the positive end. It’s super important to hire an
account for this.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;">These are just a few
challenges, but don’t be discouraged. Owning a business can be a
rewarding experience. Many owners wouldn’t trade their way of living for
any other job. You can count on that.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">Also
read: <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/06/risks-and-rewards-of-entrepreneurship.html" target="_blank">Risk and rewards of Entrepreneurship</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/05/the-challenges-of-entrepreneurship.html" target="_blank">Challenges of Entrepreneurship</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/06/interview-why-young-entrepreneurs-fail.html" target="_blank">Why young entrepreneurs fail</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/06/top-businessman-advice-africas.html" target="_blank">Advice to African Entrepreneurs</a>, <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/03/opportunity-inside-difficulty.html" target="_blank">Opportunities</a> and
<a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/12/knowing-your-limitations.html" target="_blank">Knowing your Limitations</a>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Are you among
the individuals that believe accountability is an odd concept? It has been
defined as having the responsibility and authority to act and fully accept
the natural and logical consequences for the results of one’s actions.</span><br />
<a name='more'></a><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Personal
accountability is an admirable trait that everyone should strive to attain. But
as an entrepreneur, it is essential to create a culture of accountability for your
employees and your business as a whole.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><br /></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">While some may
attach a negative air to the word accountability, research indicates that
holding people accountable for their results has very positive effects: greater
accuracy of work, better response to role obligations, more vigilant problem
solving, better decision making, more cooperation with co-workers and higher
team satisfaction.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">In this
article, we will be looking at creating a culture of accountability using six
simply <b>S</b>-<b>I</b>-<b>M</b>-<b>P</b>-<b>L</b>-<b>E</b> tips that will bring about a firm foundation for accountability in
your business.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><br /></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 15.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Set
expectations<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">It is
important to set firm, clear and concise expectations for your business.
Accountability will not grow where you and your employees are unsure of the
purpose and vision of your business. Employees need to know what is expected of
them before they in turn can be expected to be held accountable.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">You can set
expectations by:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Clearly communicating the business
mission and vision.<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Emphasizing the urgency
and importance of whatever task you have assigned.<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Laying out the standards
that will be upheld throughout the process. Be specific regarding end
results, time frames and expected levels of effort.<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Clearly and explicitly
defining each member’s role and responsibilities.<o:p></o:p></span></li>
</ul>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">The clearer
initial goals and expectations are, the less time will be spend arguing when any
employee is held accountable because of ambiguous initial goals.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 15.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Invite Commitment<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Although you
may make these initial conditions and goals clear, it is important to have the employees
commit to these standards and expectations. Work with them to make sure that
everyone commits to their role, understanding how it will benefit both the business
and the employees. Be sure to put it in writing, too. This will give the
commitment a physical representation that cannot be debated.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Accountability
grows when this connection is made, and is enhanced when everyone is aware of
the commitment. And where employees are further motivated to accomplish their
tasks, they readily welcome you holding them accountable for their actions or
lack thereof.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><br /></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 15.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Measure
progress</span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Measure the
progress of employees in alignment with the goals and expectations set out at
the beginning. Goals can only be measured when they are quantified. Compare the
measured expected results to the goals to find out where employees need the most
improvement.</span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 15.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Provide
feedback<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">After setting
clear expectations, committing to set goals, and measuring progress, it is
important to provide feedback to team members so that there can be
improvement towards the overall goal. When creating a culture of accountability,
make sure that the feedback that you do give highlights both the positive
things (accomplishments) and the areas where employees can improve.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><br /></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Here are two
tips to give the best feedback possible:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
<ul style="margin-top: 0in;" type="disc">
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: Lucida Sans Unicode, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><span style="line-height: 115%;">Talk about the work and </span></span><span style="font-family: Lucida Sans Unicode, sans-serif;"><span style="line-height: 18.399999618530273px;">behaviour</span></span><span style="font-family: Lucida Sans Unicode, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><span style="line-height: 115%;">, not the person.<o:p></o:p></span></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Work with employee to
improve the situation.<o:p></o:p></span></li>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 15.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Link
to consequences<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Not all people
are driven by internal motivating factors. So, in creating a culture of
accountability, it is important to emphasize the link to consequences, whether
as a ‘whip’ behind the employees to drive them forward, or as a carrot for them
to chase. As a business owner, it is important to assess and realize which type
of motivation different people may need.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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effectiveness<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Not all methods
of operation are effective. Waiting until the end of the process or project to
evaluate the effectiveness can severely affect the potential of your employees
and the business as a whole. Step aside and assess the plan from time to time
and evaluate the effectiveness of each component, good and bad, in relation to
the goal and mission.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Creating a
culture of accountability does not end with evaluating effectiveness, and it is
not established by going through this process one time. Once you take stock in
the efficiency of the process and team, use the information you have gained to
improve the process moving forward.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">When assigning
a task, make sure that at the end of the day, a single person is responsible
for its completion. It is acceptable to have a team helping to get it
done, but when something goes wrong that person is the only one accountable.
This eliminates confusion and opportunities to blame someone else.</span></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">What have you
done to create or promote a culture of accountability in your business? Share
those tips below! </span></i><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Also read: <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/07/how-your-business-can-beat-your.html" target="_blank">Beating your Competitor</a>, <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/05/profit-and-loss-analysis.html" target="_blank">Profit and Loss Analysis</a>, <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/06/clear-signs-of-dying-business.html" target="_blank">Signs of a Dying Business</a>, <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/03/time-wasters-at-work.html" target="_blank">Time Wasters at Work</a>, <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/02/rugged-gigs-what-for.html">Business Survival Tips</a> and <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/05/simple-steps-to-increase-small-business.html" target="_blank">How to Increase your Business Productivity</a>.</span></div>
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<div class="blogger-post-footer">A blog about success, business, social media, technology, entrepreneurship, and marketing.</div>Mina Angelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09801813020826443512noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5000503511159578264.post-18766570233716685552014-07-04T16:51:00.000-07:002015-07-14T03:01:23.314-07:00HOW YOUR BUSINESS CAN BEAT YOUR COMPETITORS <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;">For your small business to succeed, you need to
know almost as much about your competitors as you do about your own company and
customers. </span><br />
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<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;">Unfortunately, many small business owners make the mistake of
waiting until a competitor has opened up shop across the street and is cutting
into profits to find out who and what they're up against.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;">A competitive analysis allows you to identify your
competitors and evaluate their respective strengths and weaknesses. By knowing
the actions of your competitors, you will have a better understanding of what
products or services you should offer; how you can market them effectively; and
how you can position your business.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;">Competitive analysis is an on-going process. You
should always be gathering information about your competitors: look at their
websites, read their product literature and brochures, get your hands on their
products. See how they present themselves at trade shows. Read about them in
your industry's trade publications. Talk to your customers to see how they feel
about competitive products or services.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;">Below are four easy steps on how to analyze your
competitors:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Identify your competition<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;">Every business has competitors, and you need to
take the time to discern who your customers can approach to get a product or
service that fills the same need as yours does. Even if your product or service
is truly innovative, you need to look at what else your customers would
purchase to accomplish this task. For example, you may be opening a Website
that offers online Bingo. Your competition would be other Bingo sites, other Web
gaming sites, the Bingo hall down the street, and any other businesses that are
competing for the same leisure-time currency.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;">Begin by looking at your primary competitors. These
are the market leaders, the companies who currently dominate your market. They
are probably the ones who you find yourself bumping up against in your search
for new customers. If you're a florist, it would be other florists in your neighbourhood.
If you're a computer consultant, it would be other consultants with the same
specialty.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;">Next, look for your secondary and indirect
competitors. These are the businesses who may not go head-to-head with you, but
who are targeting the same general market. Sticking with the florist example,
it might be a small local roses-only store, a national floral delivery service,
or the flower/plant department of your local supermarket or discount store.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;">Finally, look at potential competitors. These are
companies who might be moving into your market and who you need to prepare to
compete against. For example, you might have an independent frozen yogurt
stand; you will need to prepare to compete against national frozen yogurt
franchises, even if they are not yet in your market.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 14.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;">Step 2:
Analyze strengths and weaknesses<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;">After you've figured out who your competitors are,
determine their strengths and find out what their vulnerabilities are. Why do
customers buy from them? Is it price? Value? Service? Convenience? Reputation?
Focus as much on "perceived" strengths and weaknesses as you do on
actual ones. This is because customer perception may actually be more important
than reality.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;">It's a good idea to do this strengths/weaknesses
analysis in table form. Write down the names of each of your competitors. Then
set up columns listing every important category for your line of business
(price, value, service, location, reputation, expertise, convenience, personnel,
advertising/marketing, or whatever else is appropriate to your type of
company). Once you have this table set, rate your competitors, and be sure to
put in comments as to why you've given them that rating. You might even want to
put strengths in red and weaknesses in blue, so you can tell at a glance where
each competitor stands.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;">Strengths and weaknesses are often factors that are
under a company's control. But when you're looking at your competition, you
also need to examine how well prepared they are to deal with factors outside
their control. These are called opportunities and threats.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;">Opportunities and threats fall into a wide range of
categories. It might be technological developments, regulatory or legal action,
economic factors, or even a possible new competitor. For example, a photo
developing store needs to know how well its competitors are prepared to deal
with the advent of digital photography. Or a company that sells over the Web
should analyze how its competitors are prepared to deal with online security
issues.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;">Again, an effective way to do this is to create a
table listing your competitors and the outside factors that will impact your
industry. You will then be able to tell how they can deal with opportunities
and threats.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<a href="https://www.blogger.com/null" name="Step-4"></a><b><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 14.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;">Step 4. Determine your position<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;">Once you figure out what your competitors'
strengths and weaknesses are, you need to determine where to position your
company vis a vis the competition. Some of this may be obvious from the results
of your analysis, but it also pays to take a hard look at how your business
operates.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;">One of the most effective ways to do this is to
create a strengths/weaknesses opportunities/threats analysis of your business.
Rank your company in the same categories that you ranked your competitors. This
will give you an even clearer picture of where your business fits in the
competitive environment. It will also help you determine what areas you need to
improve, and what characteristics of your business you should take advantage of
to gain more customers.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;">The bottom line: look for ways to leverage your
strengths and take advantage of your competitors' weaknesses.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;"><br /></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;">In conclusion, a good
competitive analysis will include price points, the mechanism by which a
problem is addressed, cost estimates, distribution and sales channels, and any
strengths or weaknesses of the competitive solution. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;"><br /></span></div>
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keep your competitive analysis updated on a regular basis, as market conditions
are highly dynamic - and larger competitors can change strategy very quickly. Doing
a quick review of conditions once a month and making needed changes should be
sufficient for keeping up to date.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;"><br /></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;">Price points and the price
elasticity of similar products may need to be watched more closely than once a
month, as many companies drop pricing in an effort to gain market share when
results are not what they would have wanted to see. Missing a competitive price
reduction can lead to losing market share unexpectedly.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;"><br /></span></div>
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business to succeed.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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competitive analysis worksheet to help you get started. Send a request mail to <a href="mailto:naijaoptions@gmail.com">naijaoptions@gmail.com</a>. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;"><br /></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;">In conclusion, a good
competitive analysis will include price points, the mechanism by which a
problem is addressed, cost estimates, distribution and sales channels, and any
strengths or weaknesses of the competitive solution. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;"><br /></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;">It is also important to
keep your competitive analysis updated on a regular basis, as market conditions
are highly dynamic - and larger competitors can change strategy very quickly. Doing
a quick review of conditions once a month and making needed changes should be
sufficient for keeping up to date.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;"><br /></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;">Price points and the price
elasticity of similar products may need to be watched more closely than once a
month, as many companies drop pricing in an effort to gain market share when
results are not what they would have wanted to see. Missing a competitive price
reduction can lead to losing market share unexpectedly.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;"><br /></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;">Be sharp and help your
business to succeed.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;"><br /></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;">You can request for a
competitive analysis worksheet to help you get started. Send a request mail to <a href="mailto:naijaoptions@gmail.com">naijaoptions@gmail.com</a>. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<div class="blogger-post-footer">A blog about success, business, social media, technology, entrepreneurship, and marketing.</div>Mina Angelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09801813020826443512noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5000503511159578264.post-27978597703152090932014-07-03T21:02:00.000-07:002015-07-14T04:10:31.337-07:00PLEASE READ: A TOUCHING STORY<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">It
was their wedding anniversary, and Rose, was waiting for her husband (Dan) to
show up. </span><br />
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<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">Things had changed since their marriage, the once "cute,
couldn't-live-without-each-other couple" had turned bitter; fighting over
every little thing, both didn't like the way things had turned so negative.
Rose was waiting to see if Dan remembered it was their anniversary. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";"><br /></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">Just
as the doorbell rang, she ran to find her husband smiling with a bunch of
flowers in his hand. The Couple started reliving the good old days. Making up
for fights, there was champagne, light music and rain outside! It was perfect,
but the moment paused when the phone in the bedroom rang and Rose went to pick
it up. It was a man’s voice "Hello Ma'am, I'm calling from the Police
Station. Is this Mr Dan Brynes Home?"<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";"><br /></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">"Yes,
it is" answered Rose. "I'm sorry Ma'am, but there was an accident and
a man died. We got this number from his purse; we need you to come and identify
his body." Rose’s heart sank. What the, ooh?! "But my Husband is here
with me?" "Sorry Ma'am, but the incident took place at 2pm, when he
was boarding the subway. Rose was about to lose her senses. How could this
happen!? <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";"><br /></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">She
knew this type of thing from stories she heard before; about the soul of a dead
person coming to meet a loved one before it leaves finally! "Oh,
Dan!" she exclaimed and ran into the other room, he was not there. It was
true! He had left her for good!! Oh God, she would have died for another chance
to mend every little fight before. She rolled on the Floor in pain. She has lost
her chance, forever.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";"><br /></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">Suddenly,
there was a noise from the bathroom, the door opened and Dan came out and said
"Honey, I forgot to tell you my purse was stolen today"! <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";"><br /></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">LIFE
MIGHT NOT GIVE YOU A SECOND CHANCE SO, NEVER WASTE THE MOMENT WHEN YOU CAN
STILL MAKE UP FOR YOUR WRONGS!!!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; line-height: 13.5pt;">The
first half of this year has rolled out so let's start making amends: To
parents, To spouses, To lovers, To in-laws, To siblings, To friends, To children,
To Neighbours, partners, advisors, counsellors, well-wishers and all. Have a great
remaining half year!</span></div>
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<div class="blogger-post-footer">A blog about success, business, social media, technology, entrepreneurship, and marketing.</div>Mina Angelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09801813020826443512noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5000503511159578264.post-56721371854224860922014-06-28T16:54:00.002-07:002015-07-14T03:02:39.231-07:00TOP BUSINESSMAN ADVICE AFRICA's ENTREPRENEURS<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-VrVgaypVWrg/U6t8mNplBgI/AAAAAAAAAiE/6YFrKPBe2-M/s1600/Fred+Robertson.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-VrVgaypVWrg/U6t8mNplBgI/AAAAAAAAAiE/6YFrKPBe2-M/s1600/Fred+Robertson.jpg" /></a></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">While Africa is a
continent of entrepreneurs, success never comes easily. </span><br />
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<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">However, being
successful is not impossible and everyone has the potential to make it. South
African Fred Robertson, executive chairman of Brimstone Investment Corporation,
is living proof of this. Brimstone currently employs over 3,000 people in its
subsidiaries.</span><br />
<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: Symbol; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 7pt;"><br /></span></span>
<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; text-indent: -0.25in;">Robertson
was born and raised during the country’s apartheid years in Cape Town’s
District 6 before the community was forcibly removed and relocated under
government orders. After completing his schooling, he briefly embarked on a
career in education and then entered into the insurance industry selling
door-to-door insurance, a job he says is more difficult than one can even
imagine. Hard work, intelligence and an entrepreneurial spirit led him to
co-found Brimstone and today he is considered one of South Africa’s top
entrepreneurs and highly respected. </span><br />
<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; text-indent: -0.25in;"><br /></span>
<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; text-indent: -0.25in;">Speaking
at the launch of the <b>2013 Sanlam/Business Partners Entrepreneur of the Year</b>
competition, Robertson shared his advice to other entrepreneurs on how to be a
success. Here are 15 highlights from his presentation.</span><br />
<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; text-indent: -0.25in;"><br /></span></div>
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<!--[if !supportLists]--><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;">·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 7pt;"> </span></span><b><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">Be
passionate</span></b><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";"> –
It sounds like a cliché but that is because it is advice that every great
entrepreneur gives. Like Robertson, the large majority of the entrepreneurs
interviewed by <i>How we made it in Africa </i>agree that being passionate
about what they do has been imperative to their success. It is what motivates
them through the long working hours and stressful lifestyle that inevitably
comes with running your own business. “You have got to get up every morning and
motivate yourself,” explained Robertson.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<!--[if !supportLists]--><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;">·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 7pt;"> </span></span><b><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">Be
brave</span></b><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";"> –
Some of the most successful entrepreneurs have seen <b>opportunities</b> in
ventures that others deem too risky. They see solutions to problems and are
often innovators. “Entrepreneurs take risks,” stressed Robertson.
“Entrepreneurs see opportunities where others see chaos.”<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<!--[if !supportLists]--><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;">·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 7pt;"> </span></span><!--[endif]--><b><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">No
great success comes easily</span></b><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";"> –
“They say that if you want to become an expert, you can do it a few thousand
hours at a time,” said Robertson, comparing entrepreneurs with expert sports players
such as Tiger Woods and Serena Williams. “You mustn’t be afraid of
hard work. Remember overnight success is never overnight. Hard work and honest,
innovative, clever thinking all has to come together for you,” said Robertson.
“It takes tough times, often sleepless nights to be successful… it has never
been easy.”<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<!--[if !supportLists]--><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;">·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 7pt;"> </span></span><!--[endif]--><b><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">Believe
in yourself and your dream</span></b><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";"> –
“As an entrepreneur you have to be a dreamer. You got to have vision, you got
to have passion and belief in yourself that you can do it.”<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<!--[if !supportLists]--><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;">·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 7pt;"> </span></span><b><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">Invest
in yourself</span></b><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";"> –
“We can’t take other people’s money if we don’t have our own money on the
table. It’s a principal that I live by, a very important principal as well. You
can’t take the bank’s money or other people’s money if you don’t have your own
money at risk.”<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<!--[if !supportLists]--><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;">·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 7pt;">
</span></span><!--[endif]--><b><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">But
be responsible</span></b><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";"> –
“An entrepreneur understands and believes in himself [so much so] that he would
put his mother’s money on the table. He would put his children’s money on the
table. But then also please be careful, because you have responsibility of that
money,” stressed Robertson. “Don’t be like the builder who built my first
house. He got the first draw and I saw the next day he [had] a Mercedes… he was
seeing to himself first.”<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<!--[if !supportLists]--><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;">·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 7pt;"> </span></span><!--[endif]--><b><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">Keep
good company</span></b><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";"> –
Robertson said that you should surround yourself with individuals that you can
learn from. “Go meet with other entrepreneurs that you think are better than
you. You could find that they aren’t that much better than you but it’s nice to
admire somebody else.”<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<!--[if !supportLists]--><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;">·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 7pt;"> </span></span><!--[endif]--><b><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">Don’t
give up</span></b><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";"> –
“If you fall down, you have got to pick yourself up again,” Robertson added.
“In your mind’s eye you must see yourself being successful and collecting that
prize.”<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<!--[if !supportLists]--><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;">·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 7pt;"> </span></span><b><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">Team
effort</span></b><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";"> –
“I didn’t do it alone,” said Robertson referring to his success at Brimstone.
“Go work with people with high energy, who are clever and have integrity.”<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<!--[if !supportLists]--><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;">·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 7pt;"> </span></span><!--[endif]--><b><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">Get
the right mindset</span></b><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";"> –
“Don’t play your game in the dark, go play it in the stadium and see how
quickly your game improves. You have the ability to step it up.”<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<!--[if !supportLists]--><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;">·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 7pt;"> </span></span><b><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">Expand
your knowledge</span></b><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";"> –
“As entrepreneurs we still need continuous education and training. I read all
the time.”<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<!--[if !supportLists]--><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;">·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 7pt;"> </span></span><!--[endif]--><b><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">Do
the right thing</span></b><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";"> –
“There is no right way of doing the wrong thing.”<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<!--[if !supportLists]--><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;">·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 7pt;"> </span></span><b><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">Contribute
to the society you love</span></b><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";"> –
Robertson believes that true entrepreneurs should consider themselves as
playing a role in society’s development and have a vision greater than their
own personal wealth. “We as entrepreneurs can build businesses that can in fact
create employment and give dignity to people,” he added, saying that they don’t
only employ themselves but others. “Start spreading wealth, start spreading
dignity.”<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<!--[if !supportLists]--><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;">·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 7pt;"> </span></span><!--[endif]--><b><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">Pay
your taxes</span></b><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";"> –
“It’s written in the Bible that you have got to pay your taxes,” Robertson said
with a laugh. “It has a long history; it’s not a new thing.”<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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forget to enjoy the experience</span></b><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";"> – “Enjoy the ride, enjoy the game,
follow your gut and enjoy business,” concluded Robertson.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";"><br /></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">Culled
from: <a href="http://www.ventures-africa.com/">http://www.ventures-africa.com</a><o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<div class="blogger-post-footer">A blog about success, business, social media, technology, entrepreneurship, and marketing.</div>Mina Angelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09801813020826443512noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5000503511159578264.post-46154865301279753382014-06-28T16:47:00.000-07:002015-07-14T04:15:37.529-07:00A GOOD QUESTION TO ASK YOURSELF<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-0IiYOzJw0Nw/U69SqUZymHI/AAAAAAAAAiY/J6Nes2YGxwY/s1600/a+long+walk.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" border="0" height="195" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-0IiYOzJw0Nw/U69SqUZymHI/AAAAAAAAAiY/J6Nes2YGxwY/s1600/a+long+walk.jpg" title="a good question to ask" width="320" /></a></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;">Here is a good question to ask
yourself: “<b>Where will I arrive ten years
from now?</b>” </span><br />
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<span lang="EN" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;">We don't want to kid ourselves about where; we don't want to kid
ourselves about the road we're walking.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;"><br /></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;">At age 25, I had a day shortly
after I met Mr. Schoaff called "do not kid myself anymore" day. I
didn't want to be disillusioned anymore. Up until then, I had been using the
crossed-finger theory. But after meeting Mr. Schoaff, I finally decided that
the crossed-finger theory was not going to get me what I wanted. That it wasn't
taking me to where the treasure lies. That I was going to have to make sure
which way I was headed.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;"><br /></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;">Then, with the help of Mr.
Schoaff, I found with a few reading disciplines, and a few disciplines of mind,
and a few disciplines of activity, that when exercised, can begin making all
the difference in the world as to where I will arrive.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;"><br /></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;">Just a few changes were all.
Sometimes we get the idea that we're doing about 10% and there's about 90% more
that we need in order to make the difference for our fortune but probably the
opposite is true. We're doing enough things to have bought and shared in the
good life so far. And maybe all we need is that extra 5% or 10% of intellectual
change; activity change, a refinement of discipline, a refinement of thought. All
we need is the ideas to make those simple changes and the equity starts
gathering in one year, three years, five years, and ten years.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;"><br /></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;">I have a good comment for you:
Now's the time to fix the next 10 years. Now, you may have to come to grips
with reality and with truth; that's what was good for me when I met Mr.
Schoaff, I was 25 years old, he was 44 years old. And he brought me a wealth of
experience and he started asking me the tough questions. "Big question",
he said, "Are you reading the books that are going to take you where you
want to go in the next 5 years?"<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;"><br /></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;">Excellent questions! See, you
want to make sure. I would assume for all of you, to get to where you want to
be in the next 5 years, you are either reading the right books or you're not.
You're either engaged in the disciplines or you're not. But, here's what we
don't want to engage in: disillusion: Hoping without acting; Wishing without
doing.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;"><br /></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;">The key is to take a look and
say, "Where am I? What could I do to make the changes to make sure that I
can take more certain daily steps toward the treasure I want, the mental
treasure, the personal treasure, the spiritual treasure, the financial
treasure? I don't want to make any more errors, now's the time to adjust my daily
program to take me where I want to go."<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;"><br /></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;">In lecturing the last 39
years, I've gotten letters and personal testimonies of people that have done
such remarkable things with just a few suggestions. And that is why seminars,
tapes and books can be so valuable. Here's a key idea for us all to remember:
We could all use a little coaching. When you're playing the game, it's
sometimes hard to see it all.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;"><br /></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;">But the key is to start right
now making these changes to walk this new road. And here's what's exciting to me,
just a few daily disciplines makes a great deal of difference in one year,
three years, five years. And before you know it, you will be walking a brand
new road.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;"><br /></span></div>
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<b><span lang="EN" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;">Jim Rohn</span></b></div>
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<b><span lang="EN" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;"><br /></span></b></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 16px; line-height: 22.3999996185303px; text-align: justify;">Also read: </span><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2014/06/a-good-question-to-ask-yourself.html" style="background-color: white; color: #9b681d; font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 16px; line-height: 22.3999996185303px; text-align: justify; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank">A Good Question to Ask</a><span style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 16px; line-height: 22.3999996185303px; text-align: justify;">, </span><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2015/02/making-mistakes-and-learning-something.html" style="background-color: white; color: #9b681d; font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 16px; line-height: 22.3999996185303px; text-align: justify; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank">Learning from Mistakes</a><span style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 16px; line-height: 22.3999996185303px; text-align: justify;">, </span><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2015/06/how-to-be-bold-and-succeed.html" style="background-color: white; color: #9b681d; font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 16px; line-height: 22.3999996185303px; text-align: justify; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank">How to be Bold</a><span style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 16px; line-height: 22.3999996185303px; text-align: justify;">, </span><a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2015/05/challenging-your-status-quo.html" style="background-color: white; color: #9b681d; font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 16px; line-height: 22.3999996185303px; text-align: justify; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank">Challenging Status Quo</a><span style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 16px; line-height: 22.3999996185303px; text-align: justify;">, </span><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2015/06/dignity-of-working.html" style="background-color: white; color: #9b681d; font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 16px; line-height: 22.3999996185303px; text-align: justify; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank">Dignity of Working</a><span style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 16px; line-height: 22.3999996185303px; text-align: justify;"> and </span><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.ca/2013/03/opportunity-inside-difficulty.html" style="background-color: white; color: #9b681d; font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 16px; line-height: 22.3999996185303px; text-align: justify; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank">Maximizing Opportunities</a><span style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 16px; line-height: 22.3999996185303px; text-align: justify;">.</span><br />
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<div class="blogger-post-footer">A blog about success, business, social media, technology, entrepreneurship, and marketing.</div>Mina Angelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09801813020826443512noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5000503511159578264.post-35663480467138681022014-06-25T18:35:00.000-07:002015-07-14T04:14:17.748-07:00INTERVIEW: WHY YOUNG ENTREPRENEURS FAIL<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">In 2010, Scott Gerber interviewed the Founder
of Under30CEO.com, Matt Wilson, and here are some excepts on tips to avoid failure.</span><br />
<a name='more'></a><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">Face
it. Nothing will go as planned. Ever.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";"><br /></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">Failure
is inevitable. Your world will be flipped upside-down on a daily basis, and
even the best-laid plans--accompanied by the best intentions--can go belly-up.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">To
make it as a business owner in the real world, you need to learn to fail like a
pro, adapt at will and pay attention to detail in order to make informed
decisions that will keep your business moving forward. Your ability to plan for
the worst-case scenario and manoeuvre around unforeseen circumstances will be
the keys to finding success as your own boss.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";"><br /></span></div>
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<b><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">Matt Wilson</span></b><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";"> is a young
entrepreneur who knows a thing or two about failure. He's hustling it out like
the rest of us and created a company, Under30CEO, to provide tools and
resources to help aspiring entrepreneurs drop their 9-to-5 and take control of
their lives. Under30CEO has helped countless people overcome adversity, avoid catastrophe
and survive failure.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";"><br /></span></div>
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<b><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">What was your
biggest failure as a young entrepreneur?<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">MW:
My biggest failure as an entrepreneur came at Under30CEO after wavering from
our mission of inspiring young entrepreneurs. We were frustrated because our
market wasn't buying what we had to sell, so we took on an enormous re-branding
campaign and changed the name of our company to incorporate a larger audience
and drop our under-30 demographic. We spent a lot of time and money trying to
expand our market. Still, nobody bought.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">It
doesn't matter how big your market is if nobody likes your product. It wasn't
the market's fault. Our product was bad, and we ruined our brand and had to
start from scratch. The most embarrassing part was going back to our old brand
and apologizing to our old customers we wanted to welcome back. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";"><br /></span></div>
<div style="text-align: justify;">
<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">That
being said, now we spend a lot more time getting to know our market instead of
trying to sell anything to anyone. We were in a hurry to turn
cash-flow-positive when we needed to stay focused and be patient. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">Are there
specific obstacles young entrepreneurs need to overcome vs. older generations?<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">The
biggest thing for a young entrepreneur to overcome is credibility. Why should
someone invest in you? Why should someone trust your advice? What will make
people think you will get the job done with no track record? Building
credibility is best done with a stepping-stone approach. Do one thing today
that will make you more credible tomorrow. If people won't pay you or invest in
you, give away your product or service for free, get testimonials from
customers and build your track record that way. Show customers what value you
can provide them, and if you can quantify that value, even better. The more
things you can come to the table to brag about, the better. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";"><br /></span></div>
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<b><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">What about
some typical missteps you've seen young entrepreneurs make?<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">One
of the biggest mistakes young entrepreneurs make is neglecting their revenue
model. Today there are so many businesses that haven't figured out how to
monetize themselves yet. To me, the word monetize is redundant in business. If
you don't have a business model, you aren't really in business--it's just a
hobby. Sure, investors are dropping millions of dollars into companies with
hopes of being acquired by Google, but without a solid business model behind
it, you are just building "castles in the sky."<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">Seasoned
investors and accomplished entrepreneurs can help mentor young people to
overcome this hurdle. Show them your financials and focus on how to generate
cash flow. There are thousands of people out there who want to see young people
succeed--you just need to ask.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">What advice
do you have for aspiring entrepreneurs who hate their 9-to-5s?<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
<div style="text-align: justify;">
<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">Aspiring
entrepreneurs need to surround themselves with others who want more out of life
than the typical 9-to-5. There is a great group of motivated people eating
peanut butter and jelly sandwiches every night in your city, scraping by to
build their business. Surrounding yourself with these types of people gives you
the confidence to know you aren't alone on the road to success. The minute you
quit your job, naysayers will come out of the woodwork, but if you have that
support group to fall back on, you'll be able to overcome the hard times.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<div style="text-align: justify;">
<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">Remember,
entrepreneurship is a marathon, not a sprint. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";"><br /></span></div>
<div style="text-align: justify;">
<b><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">How has
Under30CEO.com helped young entrepreneurs avoid failure and launch successful
businesses?<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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</div>
<div style="text-align: justify;">
<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">More
than 100 young entrepreneurs from all over the globe have shared their
successes and failures on Under30CEO.com. Hearing insights from young people
overcoming the same problems they are experiencing in their businesses allows others to come together and learn from one another. The community has a culture
of reaching out to one another and helping each other with the challenges they
are facing.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";"><br /></span>
<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">Also read: <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2012/12/reasons-why-first-time-entrepreneurs.html">Reasons why First time Entrepreneurs fail</a>, <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2012/11/nurturing-entrepreneurial-mindset.html">Nurturing an Entrepreneurial mindset</a>, <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2012/04/entrepreneurs-iq.html">Entrepreneurs IQ</a>, <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/05/the-challenges-of-entrepreneurship.html">Challenges of Entrepreneurship</a>, <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/06/solutions-of-entrepreneurship.html">Solutions of Entrepreneurship</a> and <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/04/100-things-leke-taught-me.html">100 Things Leke Taught me</a>.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Did
you get the <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/06/18-things-i-wish-when-i-was-18.html">first 8 things I wish someone told me when I was 18</a> in the previous
article? </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">It was written by <b>Marc Chernoff</b> and I love their reality. Here is a
recap as you get to read the other twelve that makes up the <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/06/18-things-i-wish-when-i-was-18.html">18 things I wishsomeone told me when I was 18</a>.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 17.85pt; text-indent: 0in;">Commit yourself to making mistakes, work hard, invest in yourself, explore opportunities, focus on a career, tell people what you think, make swift decisions and embrace change. Now let us examine wishes 9 - 18 of the <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/06/18-things-i-wish-when-i-was-18.html">18 things I wish someone told me when I was 18</a>.</span></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><b><span style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Don’t worry too much about what other people think about you</span></b><span style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">For the most </span><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">part, what other people think
and say about you doesn’t matter. When I was
18, I let the opinions of my high school and early college peers influence my
decisions. And, at times, they steered me away from ideas and goals I
strongly believed in. I realize now, ten years later, that this was a
foolish way to live, especially when I consider that nearly all of these people
whose opinions I cared so much about are no longer a part of my life.
Unless you’re trying to make a great first impression (job interview, first
date, etc.), don’t let the opinions of others stand in your way. What
they think and say about you isn’t important. What is important is how
you feel about yourself.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><b><span style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Always be honest with yourself and others</span></b><span style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Living a life of honesty
creates peace of mind, and peace of mind is priceless. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><b><span style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Talk to lots of people in college and early on in your career</span></b><span style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Talk to your bosses, colleagues,
classmates, social club members, other students outside of your social circle, teaching
assistants, career advisors, friends, friends of friends; everyone!
Why? Professional networking. I have worked for three employers
since I graduated from college (I left my first two employers by choice on good
terms), but I only interviewed with the first employer. The other two
employers offered me a job before I even had a formal interview, based strictly
on the recommendation of a hiring manager (someone I had networked with over
the years). When employers look to fill a position, the first thing they
do is ask the people they know and trust if they know someone who would do well
in the position. If you start building your professional network early,
you’ll be set. Over time, you’ll continue talking to new people you meet
through your current network and your network’s reach and the associated
opportunities will continue to snowball for the duration of your career.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><b><span style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Sit alone in silence for at least ten minutes every day</span></b><span style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Use this time to think,
plan, reflect, and dream. Creative and productive thinking flourish in
solitude and silence.</span><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> With quietness, you can
hear your thoughts, you can reach deep within yourself,
and you can focus on mapping out the next logical, productive step in your
life.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><b><span style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Ask lots of questions</span></b><span style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">The greatest ‘adventure’
is the ability to inquire, to ask questions. Sometimes in the process of
inquiry, the search is more significant than the answers. Answers come
from other people, from the universe of knowledge and history, and from the
intuition and deep wisdom inside yourself. These answers will never
surface if you never ask the right questions. Thus, the simple act of
asking the right questions is the answer.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><b><span style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Exploit the resources you do have access to</span></b><span style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">The average person is
usually astonished when they see a physically handicap person show intense
signs of emotional happiness. How could someone in such a restricted
physical state be so happy? The answer rests </span><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">in how they use the resources
they do have. Stevie Wonder couldn’t see, so he
exploited his sense of hearing into a passion for music, and he now has 25
Grammy Awards to prove it.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Live a comfortable life,
not a wasteful one. Do not spend to impress others. Do not live
life trying to fool yourself into thinking wealth is measured in material
objects</span><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">. Manage your money
wisely so your money does not manage you.
Always live well below your means.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">In life and business,
it’s not so much what you say that counts, it’ how you make people feel.
So respect your elders, minors, and everyone in between. There are no
boundaries or classes that define a group of people that deserve to be
respected. Treat everyone with the same level of respect you would give
to your grandfather and the same level of patience you would have with your
baby brother. Supporting, guiding, and making contributions to other
people is one of life’s greatest rewards. In order to get, you have to
give.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">There’s no point in
doing something if you aren’t going to do it right. Excel at your work
and excel at your hobbies. Develop a reputation for yourself, a
reputation for consistent excellence.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">You must follow your
heart, and </span><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">be who you were born to be.
Some of us were born to be musicians – to communicate
intricate thoughts and rousing feelings with the strings of a guitar.
Some of us were born to be poets – to touch people’s hearts with exquisite
prose. Some of us were born to be entrepreneurs – to create growth and
opportunity where others saw rubbish. And still, some of us were born to
be or do whatever it is, specifically, that moves you. Regardless of what
you decide to do in your lifetime, you better feel it in every fiber of your being.
You better be born to do it! Don’t waste your life fulfilling someone
else’s dreams and desires.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">But above all, laugh when you can,
apologize when you should, and let go of what you can’t change. Life is too short, yet amazing. Truly, I wish someone have told me these <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/06/18-things-i-wish-when-i-was-18.html">18 things when I was 18</a>. What about you, what else would you have wished to be told when you were 18? Leave your response in the comment section for all of us to learn.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Also read: <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/11/dreams-do-come-true.html">Dreams do come True</a>, <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/08/two-choices.html">Two Choices</a>, <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/07/the-song-just-start-something.html">Just Start Something</a>, <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/12/knowing-your-limitations.html">Know your Limitations</a>, <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/03/discover-your-passions.html">Discover your Passions</a>
and <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/11/rectitude-keep-believing-in-yourself.html">Believe in yourself</a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<div class="blogger-post-footer">A blog about success, business, social media, technology, entrepreneurship, and marketing.</div>Mina Angelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09801813020826443512noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5000503511159578264.post-8645436158642371852014-06-21T02:54:00.000-07:002015-07-14T04:18:40.362-07:0018 THINGS I wish ... when I WAS 18<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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coffee shop when an 18-year-old kid sat down next to me and said, “That’s a
great book, isn’t it?” </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Lucida Sans Unicode, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><span style="line-height: 17.85pt;">I said “Sure” and smiled at him and so, we started
chatting. My name is</span></span><b style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 17.85pt;"> Marc Chernoff</b><span style="font-family: Lucida Sans Unicode, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><span style="line-height: 17.85pt;">.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">He told me he was getting ready to
graduate from high school in a couple of weeks and then immediately starting
his college career in the fall. “But I have no clue what I want to do
with my life,” he said. “Right now I’m just going with the flow.”<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">And then, with eager, honest eyes,
he began asking me one question after the next … “What do you do for a living?”
“When and how did you decide what you wanted to do?” “Why did you do
this? Why didn’t you do that?” “Is there anything you wish you had done
differently?” “Would you this? Would you that?” and many more …<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">I answered his questions as best as
I could, and tried to give decent advice with the time I had. And after a
half-hour conversation, he thanked me and we parted ways.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">But on the walk home I realized the conversation
I had with him was actually quite nostalgic for me. He reminded me of me
ten years ago. So I started thinking about his questions again, and I
began imagining all of the <b><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/06/18-things-i-wish-when-i-was-18.html">things I wish someone had told me when I was 18</a></b>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Then I took it a step further and
thought about all the things I would love to tell myself if I could travel back
in time to give my 18-year-old self some advice about life.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">So after a few cups of coffee and a
couple hours of deliberation, here are <b><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/06/18-things-i-wish-when-i-was-18.html">18 things I wish someone told me when I was 18</a></b>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><b><span style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Commit yourself to making lots of mistakes.</span></b><span style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Mistakes teach y</span><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">ou important lessons. The biggest mistake you can make is doing nothing because
you’re too scared to make a mistake. So don’t hesitate – don’t doubt
yourself. In life, it’s rarely about getting a chance; it’s about taking
a chance. You’ll never be 100% sure it will work, but you can always be
100% sure doing nothing won’t work. Most of the time you just have to go
for it! And no matter how it turns out, it always ends up just the way it
should be. Either you succeed or you learn something: that is
Win-Win for you. Remember, if you never act,
you will never know for sure, and you will be left standing in the same spot
forever.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><b><span style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Find hard work you love doing</span></b><span style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">If I could offer my
18-year-old self some real career advice, I’d tell myself not to base my career
choice on other people’s ideas, goals and recommendations. I’d tell
myself not to pick a major because it’s popular, or statistically creates
graduates who make the most money. I’d tell myself that the right career
choice is based on one key point: Finding hard work you love doing. As
long as you remain true to yourself, and follow your own interests and values,
you can find success through passion. Perhaps more importantly, you won’t
wake up several years later working in a career field you despise, wondering
“How the heck am I going to do this for the next 30 years?” So if you
catch yourself working hard and loving every minute of it, don’t stop.
You’re on to something big because hard work isn’t hard when you concentrate on
your passions.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><b><span style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Invest time, energy and money in yourself every day</span></b><span style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">When you invest in
yourself, you can never lose, and over time you will change the trajectory of
your life. You are simply the product of what you know. The more
time, energy and money you spend acquiring pertinent knowledge, the more
control you have over your life.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><b><span style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Explore new ideas and opportunities often</span></b><span style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Your natural human fears
of failure and embarrassment will sometimes stop you from trying new
things. But you must rise above these fears, for your life’s story is
simply the culmination many small, unique experiences. And the more
unique experiences you have, the more interesting your story gets. So
seek as many new life experiences as possible and be sure to share them with
the people you care about. Not doing so is not living.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><b><span style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">When sharpening your career skills, focus more on less</span></b><span style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Remember that society
elevates experts high onto a pedestal. Hard work matters, but not if it’s
scattered in diverse directions. So narrow your focus on learning fewer
career related skills and master them all.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><b><span style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">People are not mind readers; tell them what you’re thinking</span></b><span style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">People will never know
how you feel unless you tell them. Your boss does not know you’re hoping
for a promotion because you haven’t told him yet. That cute girl you
haven’t talked to because you’re too shy hasn’t given you the time of day
simply because you haven’t said anything to her. In life, you have to
communicate with others. And more often, you have to open your mouth and speak
the first words. You have to tell people what you’re thinking. It’s
as simple as that.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><b><span style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Make swift decisions and take immediate action</span></b><span style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Either you’re goin</span><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">g to take action and seize new
opportunities, or someone else will first. You
can’t change anything or make any sort of progress by sitting back and thinking
about it. Remember, there’s a huge difference between knowing how to do
something and actually doing it. Knowledge is basically useless without
action.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">However good or bad a
situation is now, it will change. That’s the one thing you can count
on. So embrace change, and realize </span><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">that change
happens for a reason. It won’t always be easy or obvious at first, but in
the end it will be worth it.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 16px; line-height: 17.85pt;"><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/06/18-things-i-wish-when-i-was-18-2.html">Read wishes 9-18 in the following article</a>.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">You can read <b><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/06/18-things-i-wish-when-i-was-18-2.html">wishes 9-18</a></b> here of the <b><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/06/18-things-i-wish-when-i-was-18.html">18 things I wish someone told me when I was 18</a></b>. These wishes are inspiring as
teenagers but as adults, they are calling for personal assessment. You can
always assess your life and goals and reposition or refocus towards your
pursuits of happiness. I am glad I got to read this article by <b>Marc</b> <b>Chernoff</b>, what about you? Please leave your comments and proceed
to read <b><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/06/18-things-i-wish-when-i-was-18-2.html">wishes 9-18</a></b> of the <b><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/06/18-things-i-wish-when-i-was-18.html">18 things I wish someone told me when I was18</a></b>.</span></div>
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<b style="color: #505050; font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18.2000007629395px;">Also read:</b><span style="color: #505050; font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18.2000007629395px;"> </span><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/07/take-action-and-practice.html" style="color: #9b681d; font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18.2000007629395px; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank">Take Action and Practice</a><span style="color: #505050; font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18.2000007629395px;">, </span><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/07/dont-waste-your-mind.html" style="color: #9b681d; font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18.2000007629395px; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank">Use your mind</a><span style="color: #505050; font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18.2000007629395px;">, </span><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/03/never-give-up-not-now.html" style="color: #9b681d; font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18.2000007629395px; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank">Never Give Up</a><span style="color: #505050; font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18.2000007629395px;">, </span><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/06/3-seasons-2-actions-1-desire.html" style="color: #9b681d; font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18.2000007629395px; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank">3 Seasons of Life</a><span style="color: #505050; font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18.2000007629395px;">, </span><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/07/please-read-touching-story.html" style="color: #9b681d; font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18.2000007629395px; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank">A Touching Story</a><span style="color: #505050; font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18.2000007629395px;"> and </span><a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/04/every-story.html" style="color: #9b681d; font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18.2000007629395px; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank">Every Story</a><br />
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<div class="blogger-post-footer">A blog about success, business, social media, technology, entrepreneurship, and marketing.</div>Mina Angelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09801813020826443512noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5000503511159578264.post-55259971309766397082014-06-21T01:30:00.000-07:002015-07-14T04:20:43.534-07:00CLEAR SIGNS OF A DYING BUSINESS<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Is your business not
bringing in the volume of business it was six months ago? </span><br />
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Even though you are
managing your business the same way, has business suddenly dropped? Is the old
'it's just that time of year' excuse wearing thin? If so, then your business
may be dying right in front of you. Recognizing the signs early will help you
salvage your small business and get you back on track.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">1. <b>Orders Are Down</b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">If there has been less
demand for your goods and services for more than a month and it is not during a
regularly slow time, then you may have lost customers. You will need to rethink
your marketing strategy in order to retain your old customers and to also attract
new ones.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">2. <b>Customer Inquiries Are Down</b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">If clients are not
contacting you as much about new projects, or if customers are not contacting
you asking for additional information, then you may be in trouble. If your
business is lacking people’s interest, then you should find out why. Send out a
questionnaire or poll to your existing customers and clients. Ask them about
previous services, and what they want to see in the future. Then implement it.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">3. <b>Trying To Sell Products That Are No Longer
Popular</b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Unfortunately, you
must follow customer demand continuously in order to stay in business. You will
need to constantly research new ideas, products and rising trends. For
instance, there is no point being in a typewriters servicing business when
people now use computers everywhere. It is best to drop companies and products that
are no longer profitable and find new ones that will be.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">4. <b>Decreasing Income Each Month</b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: Lucida Sans Unicode, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><span style="line-height: 18pt;">If you see a
significant drop in income each month, then your business may be in trouble.
This may be for several reasons. Either you are not attracting enough customers </span></span><span style="color: #333333; font-family: Lucida Sans Unicode, sans-serif;"><span style="line-height: 24px;">any more</span></span><span style="color: #333333; font-family: Lucida Sans Unicode, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><span style="line-height: 18pt;"> or you are spending too much money on your business overhead. In order
to save money, make improvements that are absolutely necessary. Find and invest
in cheap and effective advertising.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">5. <b>Spending More Money than The Business is
Earning Monthly</b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">If you are spending
more money than what you are earning each month, then your business will be
upside down by the end of the year. Cut back on your spending and begin
re-investing profits back into your business. Do these for 3-6 months till your
business attain stability.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">6. <b>Wasting Time</b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">The key to any
successful small and starting business is spending time in the areas that will
be the most profitable. You should be tracking where your business is coming
from so that you can spend most of your time marketing there. While it is good
to try new areas, make sure you have a steady stream of customers before
venturing into new territory.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">7. <b>Dreaming, Instead Of Acting</b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Dreaming about the
success of your small business will not make it successful. You must know
everything that is going on and making changes when necessary. Dreaming will not
sustain your business, but your action at making everything work will keep your
small business from dying.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">Do you have
more signs you want to share? Leave it as a comment for others to learn. <o:p></o:p></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";">Also read: <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/06/how-to-revive-any-dying-business.html">How to Revive Any Dying Business</a>, <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/05/levelling-up.html">Levelling Up</a>, <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/06/risks-and-rewards-of-entrepreneurship.html">Risks and Rewards of Entrepreneurship</a>, <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/11/rectitude-keep-believing-in-yourself.html">Keep Believing in Yourself</a>, <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/02/plan-ahead.html">Planning Ahead</a> and <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/11/creativity-is-worth-millions.html">Creativity is worth millions</a></span><br />
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<div class="blogger-post-footer">A blog about success, business, social media, technology, entrepreneurship, and marketing.</div>Mina Angelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09801813020826443512noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5000503511159578264.post-87337120617028670112014-06-20T17:55:00.000-07:002015-07-14T04:25:53.289-07:00The WALT DISNEY TRAIN RIDE IN 1928<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Walt Disney is
a favorite of mine and many others. He gave us so many great films and top
notch amusement parks. The world is in his debt.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Most people
think that Walt Disney had it good all his life - great films, great theme
parks, lots of money. He had it easy, right? Wrong!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Before Walt
made it big, he went through some very tough times!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">As many of you
probably know Walt started as an animator. He loved making cartoons. </span><span style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">By the age of
26, he and his brother, lead an impressive team of animators. They were making
very successful cartoons titled </span><i style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Oswald the Lucky Rabbit</i><span style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;"> for
Charles Mintz. In Feb 1928 Walt took a train from Hollywood, CA to New York to
negotiate a higher fee for animating the Oswald cartoons, but things didn't
turn out so well for him.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Upon arrival
he found out that Mintz wanted to reduce his fee and that most of his main
animators were going to leave him. Mintz had hired them away. Only one
animator, Ubbe Iwerks, refused to leave Walt.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Walt was on
his own and without a character to draw since Oswald the Lucky Rabbit was the
property of Mintz.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Can you
imagine? You take a train across the country thinking you are going to make more
money in a business you love, with a team you adore, only to find out that you
essentially have lost almost everything. Talk about disappointment.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">How do you
think Walt handled that train ride back? Do you think he put his head in his
hands and started moping? No. On the return train ride he immediately created a
new character. However, this character could never be taken away from him.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Know which
character he came up with? </span><span style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">That's right!
The character was Mickey Mouse. (It was actually Mortimer Mouse, but his wife
made him change it to Mickey.)</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Take a look at
this quote from Walt 20 years after creating Mickey Mouse.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">"Mickey
Mouse popped out of my mind onto a drawing pad 20 years ago on a train ride
from Manhattan to Hollywood at a time when business fortunes of my brother Roy
and myself were at lowest ebb and disaster seemed right around the
corner."</span></i><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Walt made it
through what was arguably the absolute lowest point of his career. He didn't
give up. </span><span style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Do you feel
the same way some days? I bet there are days that you just want to give up. Don't
give up. Keep moving forward and keep working towards your dream. You will make
it through.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;"><b>Scott Postma</b></span><br />
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<b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri;">Also read:</span></b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri;"> <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/07/take-action-and-practice.html" target="_blank">Take Action and Practice</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/07/dont-waste-your-mind.html" target="_blank">Use your mind</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/03/never-give-up-not-now.html" target="_blank">Never Give Up</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/06/3-seasons-2-actions-1-desire.html" target="_blank">3 Seasons of Life</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/07/please-read-touching-story.html" target="_blank">A Touching Story</a> and <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2015/04/every-story.html" target="_blank">Every
Story</a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Entrepreneurship
which is the practice of finding and starting a business opportunity, locating
and consolidating the required money</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"> and materials and taking both the risks
and rewards associated with the venture is where all who wish to make and enjoy
great wealth should tune their mind and heart to.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Everything in
life has two sides like the proverbial two sides of a coin. Entrepreneurship is
fraught with dangers, perils, hazards and threats or <b>risks</b> just as it has booties, returns, compensations or incentives
also known as <b>rewards</b>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Here are risks
and rewards of entrepreneurship which I would like discuss briefly in this
article for the benefit and information of those wishing to embark on the great
journey of entrepreneurship:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><u><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">RISKS
of Entrepreneurship</span></u></b><b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Getting Paid</span></b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">:
The income of the business enterprise would determine whether the entrepreneur
gets paid or not. The entrepreneur does not have the luxury of an assured
paycheck like his counterparts in paid employment. If the business does not
make profit, there will be nothing for the entrepreneur.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Sporadic
Income:</span></b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"> The start-up entrepreneur may not have
enough business to provide him or her with steady income. His or her income may
fluctuate from day to day or from month to month.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">No Income:</span></b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">
An entrepreneur may face a season in his or her business life when there would
be no business at all or when customers have failed to meet their payment
obligations and therefore no income. Ideally, start-up entrepreneurs are
usually advised to save at least enough money to cover six months expenses and
income needs as part of their financial planning.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Financial
Security:</span></b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"> Whatever the entrepreneur gets come from his
business. Unlike employees who may have a compulsory retirement savings account
backed by their employer, the entrepreneur has to provide his or her own
insurance and retirement security. Before moving from paid employment to full
time entrepreneurship, it is important that aspiring entrepreneurs add as part
of their financial planning, some element of insurance and retirement security
through savings.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Other risks of entrepreneurship include: <b>emotional stress</b>, <b>deadbeat clients</b>, <b>large tax
bills</b> (if not paid quarterly) and <b>isolation</b>.
You can also consider the <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2012/08/home-based-business-plus-and-minus.html">minus of home-based businesses</a> as risks of
entrepreneurship. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">These are some
majorly acclaimed risks of entrepreneurship but, I believe there are still some
more that are yet to be outlined here. If you know any, feel free to share with
us all by leaving them as comments at the end of this article; we are all here
to learn from one another. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Now, let us
take a good look at the rewards of entrepreneurship.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<u><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">REWARDS of
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Passion they say sells. One of the greatest joys of entrepreneurship is working
daily on the passion of your life. When one's work and daily pursuits are in
the realm of his or her innate desires, one works with enthusiasm, appetite and
hunger that drive to great action. Apart from being a reward on its own,
passion ensures that one is working with boundless energy which leads to
greater productivity. Read more about the four drives in business.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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on earth which is: themselves. In paid employment, we meet all kinds of bosses
- nasty, boring, mentoring, great, etc. The greatest boss anyone would have is
oneself. Entrepreneurship enables you work for yourself and that creates an
unbeatable feeling which money cannot buy.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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One of the immediate rewards of entrepreneurship is having control of one's
life (time). Though the beginning of entrepreneurship may be rough, the ability
to be in charge and have the capacity to set your times and schedules for your
work and business is a reward of inestimable value.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Location: </span></b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Where
you live and work is one key factor to personal satisfaction. Entrepreneurship
helps you to make this choice and not have to depend on someone else determining
your office location. The entrepreneur can even keep his location virtual,
meaning he may work from the comfort of his own home using the internet. An
entrepreneur can also chose to be mobile.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">These are a
limited few rewards I can spell out but there are still more you know. Why
don’t you share your experience of rewards of entrepreneurship with us? You can
leave them as comments and read up the <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2012/08/home-based-business-plus-and-minus.html">plus of home based business </a>for more.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Finally, regardless
of the risks associated with entrepreneurship, it is still the way for all
those who wish to create wealth and find the greatest possible satisfaction in
life pursuit of happiness and fulfillment.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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it.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Also read:
<a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2012/04/entrepreneurs-iq.html">Entrepreneurship IQ</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/05/which-one-are-you.html">Which One are You</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2012/10/results-and-excuses-get-real.html">Results and Excuses</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2012/08/home-based-business-quiz.html">Home based Business Quiz</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/03/discover-your-passions.html">Discover your Passions</a> and <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/12/start-up-ideas-turn-your-hobby-to.html">Turning your Hobby to Business</a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">This article was originally titled <b>“<span style="color: #c0504d; mso-themecolor: accent2;">7 Turnaround Strategies to Revive
a Dying Business”</span></b> by <b><span style="color: #8064a2; mso-themecolor: accent4;">Tito Philips Jnr</span></b>. </span></i><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Sad as it may sound, the health of a business is not guaranteed
forever. Virtually all entrepreneurs will face the daunting task of
managing the recovery of a failing business. Every business during the course
of its existence will experience a near death experience.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">This is a period characterized by harsh business conditions; low sales,
low morale, low cash, low market share, and low innovation. Some recover from
this and bounce back stronger than before, and some don’t.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">There are many factors responsible for this near death experience; those
that are self-inflicted like; a major project failure, incompetent management
or poor financial control is generally termed <b><i>internal forces</i></b>
while those that are not self-inflicted like; government intervention, economic
recessions, the presence of low-cost competitors, or natural disasters are
termed <b><i>external forces</i></b>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">The continuous survival and success of a business greatly depends on
managing these forces internally and externally. Neglecting them can spell doom
for any business regardless of size!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Let us now go through the strategies on <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/06/how-to-revive-any-dying-business.html">how to revive a dying business</a>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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1: Re-Evaluate: situation</span></b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">To treat an ailment, we need to diagnose the
patient. The first place to start if your business is dying or failing is to
look within the company. This is known as self-evaluation or self-assessment.
You have to know what the situation is and what the problem is. When you
already know the circumstances, you can now take appropriate actions. When
looking within, focus on the following key areas;</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Does the business have a direction? Does the
business know why it exists? What problems it solves and for whom? Is the
business focused on the right things?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif";"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="line-height: 115%;">Are the right people running the company? Are the
right people in the right places? Are employees committed to organizational
success? Are employees properly motivated to share in the ongoing success of
the firm? Are commission plans driving sales persons to focus on gross revenues
or gross profits? Are difficult policies, internal strife or the </span></span><span style="line-height: 18.399999618530273px;">behaviours</span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="line-height: 115%;"> of
specific individuals driving down the collective spirit of the organization?
Are there bad eggs in your company that are contaminating the whole
organization?<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></div>
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trust your brand? Is the business focused on profitable customers versus
unprofitable and difficult clients? Are you targeting the right customers?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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the business better utilize technology to create better products, reduce costs
and improve competitive advantages?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Are things being done in the right way? Are policies facilitating work or
hindering them? Is the business structured for high performance?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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sufficient to sustain ongoing commitments and operations? Is this business
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<span style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Re-evaluation is the most critical turnaround strategy; without it all
other things are just frantic moves that will yield little results. Before you
begin to act, know why, what and how affected your business is. Only through
re-evaluation can discover all these.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">After re-evaluation comes re-definition.
Re-evaluation reveals what’s wrong with your business and re-definition is
putting the business back on track. This is where you go back to the drawing
board to set the overall direction for the company. This is where you create
the turnaround game-plan. Failing in business is often as a result of not
having a clear direction or having derailed from the set path. So you need to
revisit the foundation of your business by touching the following key areas;</span></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"> “Why do we exist as a business?”<o:p></o:p></span></i></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">“What need or needs are being met by this business?”<o:p></o:p></span></i></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"> “What do we want to achieve using this
business as a tool?”<o:p></o:p></span></i></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">“How far do we want to go in pursuit of our purpose
as a business?”<o:p></o:p></span></i></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"> “How do we intend to succeed in this
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<i><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">“How and what must we primarily focus on as a
business to be the No.1 choice of our target customers?”<o:p></o:p></span></i></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"> “What principles, standards and tenets must we
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<i><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"> “How must we collectively think and behave as
a business in order to fulfill our purpose, achieve our vision and execute our
mission?” <o:p></o:p></span></i></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">“Who are we as a business to the general public?”<o:p></o:p></span></i></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">“What is our promise to those we intend to serve?”<o:p></o:p></span></i></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">“How do we want to be perceived by our target
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<i><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">“What do we want to be remembered, recognized or
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<span style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Hardly can you turnaround a dying business without talking about the
people behind it. A business cannot function by itself, people make it
function. People make or break your business. This is why you need to
re-employ. To resurrect a dying business, get the right people on board and get
the wrong people off, period!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Read <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/06/how-to-revive-any-dying-business-2.html">Strategies 4, 5, 6 and 7</a> <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/06/how-to-revive-any-dying-business-2.html">here</a>.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Also read: <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/11/sex-and-business.html">Sex and Business</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/06/being-mediator-among-my-friends-has.html">Friends and Business</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/06/solutions-of-entrepreneurship.html">Challenges of Entrepreneurship</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/06/solutions-of-entrepreneurship.html">Entrepreneurship Solutions</a> and <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2011/08/think-outside-box.html">Thinking Outside the Box</a></span></div>
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<div class="blogger-post-footer">A blog about success, business, social media, technology, entrepreneurship, and marketing.</div>Mina Angelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09801813020826443512noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5000503511159578264.post-16603376372454883202014-06-19T16:56:00.001-07:002015-07-20T06:23:57.946-07:00HOW TO REVIVE ANY DYING BUSINESS (2)<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<i><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 18.399999618530273px;">This article was originally titled <b>“<span style="color: #c0504d;">7 Turnaround Strategies to Revive a Dying Business”</span></b> by <b><span style="color: #8064a2;">Tito Philips Jnr</span></b>. </span></i><br />
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<i><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 18.399999618530273px;">Read along, benefit and contribute via the comment section.</span></i><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 18.399999618530273px;">Having started analysizing <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/06/how-to-revive-any-dying-business.html">Strategy 1, 2 and 3</a> of the strategies to revive any dying business in the <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/06/how-to-revive-any-dying-business.html">previous article</a>, read the others and get to work with them. </span><br />
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<b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 18.399999618530273px;">Strategy 1: <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/06/how-to-revive-any-dying-business.html">Re-Evaluate: situation</a></span></b><br />
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<b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 18.399999618530273px;">Strategy 2: <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/06/how-to-revive-any-dying-business.html">Re-Define: strategy</a></span></b><br />
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<b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Strategy 3: <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/06/how-to-revive-any-dying-business.html">Re-Employ: people</a></span></b></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Strategy 4: Re-Innovate: product</span></b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Lack of innovation is one of the warning signs of a dying business. It is
impossible for a business to remain relevant in the market if it fails to
introduce new products/services. People change, market change, technology
change and so must your business. If you refuse to change, by constantly
innovating your products/services, you are doomed. To bring your dying business
back to life, do something new!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Strategy 5: Re-Brand: marketing</span></b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">One of the consequences of a dying business is the negative impact it has
on the brand. Your customers begin to lose trust in the brand as their
satisfaction level declines. Negative word of mouth
marketing starts to spread and the brand is no longer known, liked or
trusted in the market. To correct this negative association with the brand, you
have to kill the old brand and create a new one!<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">This doesn’t necessarily require a total change in the brand name; only
do this as a last resort. What rebranding means is to give your business a new
meaning, a face-lift and a new brand identity. This is why in almost every
turnaround situation; the company comes up with new marketing campaigns, new
logos, new brand colors, and new slogans to let the market know that things are
not the same as before.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Strategy 6: Re-Finance:
money</span></b><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">As much as I would like to tell you that you don’t need money to
resurrect your dying business, we both know that would only be a lie. One of
the most obvious signs of a dying business is lack of money. You are almost out
of business because you are running out of cash. So to get your business back
to life, you need to pay close attention to finance.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">The easiest option would be to seek external funding, but this can be a
very daunting task especially if the money in question is much. So what do you
do? Start sourcing for funds from within the business by doing the following;<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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from your personal savings.<o:p></o:p></span></i></li>
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off some of your fixed assets to raise immediate cash.<o:p></o:p></span></li>
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costs by reducing your operational expenses. Look for every unnecessary
expenses and cut them off. Lay off every redundant staff. Stop every extra
incentive or benefits for a while.<o:p></o:p></span></li>
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try to solve all your financial needs at once; it will only further put
you in more financial mess. Break down your business financial needs into
sizeable chunks tied to specific needs and begin to fill them with the
excess funds gathered.<o:p></o:p></span></li>
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for strategic alliance from your partners like your suppliers, they can
offer you trade credits.<o:p></o:p></span></li>
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seek external sources like; borrowing from family and friends, angel investors,
bank loans, factoring, hire purchase, equipment leasing etc.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">After all is said and done, there is no way to bring your dying business
back to life by mere words; you need to do the work. And not just as you have
always done before, you need to re-work the way you used to work. You’ve
probably been engaged in random work rather than focusing on performance-driven
work or goal-oriented work.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">It is one thing to work and it is another to align your work with the
strategic goals of the organization. Only by doing so can the business be saved
from dying. Every work must be broken down into <b><i>processes</i></b>,
must have a <b><i>owner</i></b> and must have a <b><i>goal</i></b> or <b><i>key
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">What new thing or things did you learn from reading this unusual article? </span><span style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: small;"><span style="line-height: 115%;">Have your business ever experienced a near death situation and how did
you recover from it? Was it in </span></span><span style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; line-height: 18.399999618530273px;">the same</span><span style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: small;"><span style="line-height: 115%;"> fashion as these strategies? Please, share with all let us learn from you. Leave your extra strategies in the comment section. Thanks.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Lucida Sans Unicode', sans-serif; font-size: 16px; line-height: 18.399999618530273px;">Also read: <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/05/profit-and-loss-analysis.html">Profit and Loss Analysis</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/10/lagos-molue-12-business-lessons-to-learn.html">The Lagos Molue Lessons</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/05/simple-steps-to-increase-small-business.html">Business Productivity</a>, <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/03/opportunity-inside-difficulty.html">Opportunities in Difficulty</a> and <a href="http://naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2011/08/think-outside-box.html">Thinking Outside the Box</a></span></div>
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past seven years for me but it has never occurred to me that business can crush
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">(friends, family, brotherhood, etc) till I witnessed one. I then
sought for meaningful explanations and dug this article out. It is brief and
concise and well-constructed by <b>Jay Deragon</b>. It was originally titled <b><span style="color: purple;">“Friends
and Business Don’t Mix”</span></b>.</span><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Businesses are
playing the social game: Gathering friends, followers and “likes”. However
business and friends simply don’t mix well.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Friendship is
better for business than business is for friendship. Valued relationships will
often explode or dissolve when they interfere with business. Think about
this. You have made friends in business but how many businesses can you really
say are your friends? <b>None!</b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">A business is
run by people and yet the business interest is not the same interest as the
people. Friends get satisfaction from friends. Business interest is to
satisfy shareholders by satisfying a need in the marketplace better than
competition. Employees are stakeholders in the business because without
the business there would be no employees. Which comes first: Employees,
shareholders, customers, friends or the business?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">The definition
of a friend is a person whom one knows, likes, and trusts. The definition
of business is a trade or profession, an industrial, commercial, or
professional operation; purchase and sale of goods and services. As said,
you can find friends in business but you cannot find a business you can call a
friend.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Ever notice
how differently some friends act when doing business? You think you know
someone well, but suddenly; he or she morphs into the insanely competitive or
disgustingly arrogant person.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">In life, the
friendship is important in and of itself. But in business, the relationship
takes a back seat to the business. So experienced business leaders are not
unduly ruffled by greedy, grabby, pushy, evasive, high-handed, disingenuous
and/or manipulative opponents. Hey, it’s just business right? Actually it is
politics and business as usual. In reality, however, we would never
expect true friends to treat us this way. Should they dare, then business
becomes all too personal and the friendship is over.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Business Of Cheap Friends<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Social
networks have made the term “friend” cheap. Friends are a “penny per click”.
Free technology will find friends for you even if you have no idea who these
people are. Gathering followers (friends) has become a race to the bottom. The
bottom being uselessness, meaningless and having no value: cheap. Yet everybody
and especially every business is chasing friends in the race to the bottom, no
value.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Real friends are priceless. Fake friends are cheap. Friends and
business don’t mix because one considers friends cheap while the other
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<span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Also read: <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/11/sex-and-business.html">Sex and Business</a>, <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/10/lagos-molue-12-business-lessons-to-learn.html">Molue and Business</a>, <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/10/five-business-lessons-from-tennis.html">Tennis and Business</a>,
<a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2014/05/profit-and-loss-analysis.html">Profit and Loss Analysis</a> and <a href="http://www.naijaoptions.blogspot.com/2013/12/start-up-ideas-turn-your-hobby-to.html">Hobbies and Business</a>.</span><span style="font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><o:p></o:p></span><br />
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