Thought Leaders
Powerful Advice for 91³ÉÈËs From America’s Greatest Risk Takers
These quotes from five signers of the Declaration of Independence show their wisdom lives on.
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Building a Business
Stop Embracing Failure
Rather than embracing failure, accept it, learn from it -- and then try again.
Thought Leaders
5 Fears I Overcame to Become an 91³ÉÈË
Courage is more important than money when facing the risks inherent in starting a business.
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5 Signs You Have What It Takes to Be an 91³ÉÈË
These signs are something that most successful entrepreneurs have in common.
Building a Business
91³ÉÈËs and Gamblers Have Much in Common
91³ÉÈËs cannot be afraid to roll the dice on business opportunities.
By Walter Bond
Buying a Franchise
How a Big Birthday Inspired One Man to Become a Franchisee
Tim Huels took a risk, and it paid off. Here's how he did it.
Building a Business
Innovation Inhibitors Include Dependency on New Infrastructure and Investor Risk Tolerance
Be aware that attempting innovation in certain times and places is extremely risky.
Thought Leaders
The Leadership Mistakes of Willy Wonka
Good leaders are willing to take risks on their products and their employees.
Thought Leaders
Don’t Fear the Fear — Let It Drive You
Fear is an assault on your ambition and innovation. It strips you of your confidence. It undermines your decision making and stops all progress. But you can beat it.
By Jason Ankeny
Thought Leaders
The Dozen Difficult Steps Necessary to Succeed at 91³ÉÈËship
From launch to success is a long, exciting journey the weak of heart cannot complete.
Building a Business
8 Things McDonald’s Can Teach You About Business Success
One could argue that McDonald's has created one of the greatest business models to follow.
By John Rampton
Building a Business
The 7 Fears All 91³ÉÈËs Must Conquer
Don't be scared -- overcome and conquer.
By Aaron Agius
Thought Leaders
Becoming an 91³ÉÈË Might Not Be as Risky As You Thought
A new study from UC Berkeley suggests taking the entrepreneurial plunge does indeed pay off.
Thought Leaders
9 Lessons Explorers Can Teach You From Their Impossible Expeditions
Draw inspiration from stuntmen, aviators, mountain climbers and other opportunists who conquered against the odds.
By Adam Toren
Building a Business
5 Things Every 91³ÉÈË Should Know About Risk-Taking
Focus on the known factors when you can, accept ambiguities -- and understand that failure is never the end of the road.
By Larry Alton
Thought Leaders
4 Ways Documenting the Journey Has Become More Popular Than Celebrating the Outcome
Social media is all about demonstrating the work -- not just glorifying successes.
Thought Leaders
Dare Great in Order to Be Great
You cannot be an entrepreneur if you are not capable of taking risks.
Building a Business
Is Your Company Still Operating Like a Startup?
We like to grow up, but there are benefits to running your sustainable business like you just opened the doors.
Building a Business
Deal or No Deal? Here Are 7 Ways Due Diligence Can Help Before a Final Commitment.
Due diligence might sound daunting, but it's really just an in-depth common-sense risk analysis before closing a business deal.
Buying a Franchise
How Secondhand Clothing Gave This Woman a Second Chance
Rita Cortese risked everything for her Plato's Closet franchise.
By Gwen Moran
Building a Business
The Reality of Royalties
An expert explains why investors ask for them and what that means for you and your company.
By Joe Worth
Building a Business
Don’t Let Caution Turn to Cowardice. Leave Doubt Behind.
You can't let yourself be paralyzed by the need to be as informed as possible lest you risk missing out on a key opportunity to grow your business.
By Boland Jones
Thought Leaders
Bravery: The 91³ÉÈËship X Factor
Courage is key when entering a field with so many unknowns.
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8 Ways to Think Like an 91³ÉÈË
When it comes to entrepreneurship, it's not what you do -- it's your mindset that matters.
Building a Business
No Pain, No Gain in Startups: Short-term Suffering Leads to Lasting Rewards
You'll be broke and overworked in the beginning of a new business venture, but there will be lots of light at the end of the tunnel.
By John Tabis
Thought Leaders
6 Ways Playing Poker Can Help You in Business (and 2 Ways It Can’t)
Many skills needed in the game of poker translate well into being an entrepreneur. A couple don't.
By John Roa
Building a Business
How to Take Control of Your Career … Now!
When it comes to your career, it's a big mistake to ignore what you think you can't control and focus on what you think you can.
By Steve Tobak