One of the biggest myths in business is that you need money to start. We hear stories of startups raising millions in venture capital, and we think, “That’s what it takes.”
But here’s the reality:
One of the biggest myths in business is that you need money to start. We hear stories of startups raising millions in venture capital, and we think, “That’s what it takes.”
But here’s the reality:
Should you start a side hustle, or quit and change careers? It’s one of the most common questions I hear. But here’s the problem: that’s usually the wrong question.
Most people think their paycheck is their lifeline. It’s the thing that keeps the bills paid, food on the table, and maybe even a little left over for fun. But the truth is this: your paycheck is the most expensive thing you own.
Not because of what it gives you—but because of what it costs.
When you think of yourself as just an employee, you hand over control. You assume the company owns your future. But companies cut costs, restructure, and outsource all the time. Job security is a myth.
Everyone thinks the “big idea” is the secret to starting a business. The million-dollar app, the product no one’s ever seen before, the magic invention. The idea doesn’t matter. I’ve seen too many people sit for years waiting on the perfect business idea — while...
The #1 Excuse I Hear: “I Don’t Have Time” The biggest excuse I hear from professionals who want freedom is: “I just don’t have time.” But here’s the truth — you don’t need 20 extra hours a week. You don’t need to quit your job. You don’t even need things to “calm...
Most people don’t stay stuck because they lack opportunity — they stay stuck because they’re afraid. Afraid of failing.Afraid of looking foolish.Afraid of proving their inner critic right. Ironically, the people I meet who are the most successful inside their...
Smart professionals don’t stay stuck because they’re lazy — they stay stuck because they’ve believed these lies for too long. It’s not about talent.It’s not about degrees.It’s not about motivation. Most of the professionals I work with are smart, accomplished, and...
This podcast is now for professionals ready to build something of their own—without blowing up their life
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Make money online will help you see the quick and dirty methods of getting started in a side hustle without spending much (or any) money. The video from the presentation is below. Make Money Online - Outline 1. Find an idea How to find a simple idea that fits you. 2....
How much should I be spending on my business? Like all other things in life, modern businesses tend to overspend, Especially small businesses that are not making money yet. I constantly am running into startups who are "investing" money to help the business grow....
Five reasons you should consider an online business. I spend a lot of time trying to help people like you start something on the side. (Why You Need to Start Your Own Business Now.) Join me Oct 14th at 6:30 PM Central We will do a webinar on this subject of Make Money...
Today we discuss 7 things I have learned from being an entrepreneur. While there are many courses, especially in universities that teach entrepreneurship, I have found a lot of what they talk about and teach to miss the point. The academic model of entrepreneurship...
Using love as a business strategy might seem like a strange title - especially coming from an engineer. Generally speaking we technical people are pretty much just the facts. The talk of soft skills and focusing on people makes me squeamish - so to start talking about...
Want multiple streams of income? How would it feel not to be 100% dependent on just your day job income? Today we want to dive into streams of income that others use to smooth out the edges as things get rough - and in 2020, everybody needs multiple streams of income!...
How to deal with a setback... That is a question we all encounter from time to time. Setbacks look like a lot of things: Job loss Project failed Demoted Did not get the job you hoped for How to Deal with a Setback Own it - take 100% responsibility. Placing the blame...