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Skilled Entrepreneur, Gary Brewster of Oneida, Lists 5 Ideas to Develop a Successful BusinessWhile most people prefer to work for someone else, usually within a corporation, there are entrepreneur enthusiasts who desire to have their own businesses. Owning a small business can be rewarding and challenging; yet, the idea is attainable and realistic. People may want to have their own business but aren’t sure what type of business to start. Consider the following tips from lifelong entrepreneur, Gary Brewster of Oneida, for good business ideas.

Turn Your Hobby into a Business

Most people have hobbies, whether it be sewing, writing, drawing, photography, or painting. If you have a favorite hobby, tap into your inner self and see how your hobby can potentially be a career. For example, if you love photography, then consider planning a small business in photography. In fact, you have many options to specialize in, including wedding, newborn, senior, or family photography.

Consider the Job Competition in Your Area

Depending on where you live, there can be many small businesses competing with one another. Based on this information, decide if you should open a business in your local area. If the answer is no, ask yourself if you’re flexible enough to move to another town or city to establish your business. However, it may be that you can successfully run a business in your area. If so, then begin planning marketing strategies and advertising to attract new customers.

Consider Your Town’s Business Needs

Though this tip sounds similar to tip number two, there’s a slight difference. While it’s commendable … READ MORE ...

Dave Beauregard by — November 7, 2018 in Uncategorized

Productivity is the heart of any great entrepreneurship journey. Getting more done, on the right things, in shorter time periods marks you as someone who goes above and beyond. However, contrary to popular belief this is not something that everyone does naturally. It takes understanding what the core tenets of productivity are and how to harness them in your life. If you don’t have time to sit down for hours at a time with tomes from the likes of Peter Drucker and other management authors, consume the following eight easy ways to start being more productive today.

1. Defining Your Goals

You can’t hit a target that you don’t set in the first place. Far too many entrepreneurs make the mistake of confusing busy work with productivity. Having no time in your schedule doesn’t make you a hero. Getting the right things done does. If you don’t define what these “right things” are from the start, you risk running around in circles. Instead, create 12-, six-, and three-month timelines with specific goals for you personally and your company. Then, create a system to track these goals and hold yourself accountable. Before you know it, you will start finding ways to get these goals done more often and faster than ever before. There’s a certain magic in writing something down.

2. Hiring the Right Team

You are only as good as the weakest link on your team. That is why it is crucial to hire the best people you can … READ MORE ...

Ronnie Jackson by — August 27, 2018 in Uncategorized