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Pros and Cons of Going from “Yes, Boss” to Being the Boss
April 10, 2013 by William FriersonBeing your own boss can have its risks and rewards. Learn more in the following post.
The desire to follow your passion and do what you love often leads many professionals to branching off and becoming entrepreneurs at some point in their career. While being self-employed is the ultimate goal for many professionals, there are lots of pros and cons that come along with the risk of building your own brand
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University of You: Starting Your Own Business in College
March 27, 2013 by William Frierson
College students receiving business training. Photo courtesy of Shutterstock.
Brandon Bernier is a junior at George Washington University, majoring in computer science. He’s also making financial ends meet as president of Bernier Enterprises, LLC,. How does he run a business while juggling a full-time student schedule? It’s not as hard as you think. Continue Reading
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We Should Help Prison Inmates Become Entrepreneurs Upon Their Release
December 06, 2012 by Steven RothbergJeff Smith was once an up-and-coming star in the Missouri State Senate. He went to prison for a year for covering up an election law violation. Since his release, he’s created a new space for himself as a professor, writer, political commentator and advocate for those he was locked up with.
But what Jeff discovered inside wasn’t what he expected — he saw in his fellow inmates boundless ingenuity and business savvy. He asks: Why don’t we tap this entrepreneurial potential to help ex-prisoners contribute to society once they’re back outside? Continue Reading
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5 Strategies to Sell Well
December 03, 2012 by William Frierson
How can you learn to sell effectively? The following post has five strategies that can help.1. Sell honestly
Honesty comes in all forms including honesty to self. Do you in fact believe 100% in what you have to offer as an entrepreneur or as a sales representative will it benefit your clientele?
Should any inkling of doubt creep into your mind, your first priority is to resolve the issue. Is it a matter of repositioning or selling to a different audience? This is a fairly easy solution. But, if you personally would not purchase the same if you were in your clients’ position, then take a hard look at where you are.
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Learn from Entrepreneurs to Achieve Career Success
August 21, 2012 by William FriersonYou may have many people who give you advice on how to have a successful career. Developing the mind set of a successful entrepreneur may help you achieve this success.
There used to be a simple formula for building a good American life: Go to school and make good grades. Then go to college. Then find a job with a good company. Work hard. Save money. Finally, enjoy a decent (if not lavish) retirement. For years, the middle class has dutifully followed this path. Okay, maybe it wasn’t the most exciting life but it paid the bills and maybe even allowed for a week or two of vacation every year.
Amazing how much can change in a decade or two. These days the traditional path leads only to daily stress, crushing debt, and uncertainty about the future. The most remarkable part is that so many people continue to blindly follow it, says Gregory Downing—when what we really need to do is make an about-face and learn how to think about work and wealth in a whole new way. Continue Reading
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5 Tips for Becoming an Entrepreneur After College
July 24, 2012 by William Frierson
Ken Sundheim, CEO of KAS Placement
Many recent college graduates consider the option of owning their own business, yet only a small fraction of those individuals follow through on those thoughts.
For me, being an entrepreneur has been a great experience and it can for many others. If you’re thinking about opening a business after graduation, consider the following 5 tips prior to taking the dive:
1. Know Why You’re Opening a Business – We all have different reasons for opening a business. Some are very positive while others typically can lead to a failed entrepreneurial endeavor.
A few stronger reasons for opening a business should include a having a great idea or sincerely wanting to own a company. These two have worked for many young, successful entrepreneurs. Continue Reading
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Tips to Guide Your Entrepreneurial Spirit
April 18, 2012 by William FriersonDo you want to be an entrepreneur? If so, what kind of business would you like to own?
Entrepreneurship can be a rewarding career path – you set your own hours, do something you love and answer only to yourself – but it also comes with many challenges. Deciding what kind of business to begin is the first obstacle. Continue Reading
