Most entrepreneurs like to think of themselves as pioneers. Trailblazers. Adventurers.

In case you didn't know, today is Independence Day in the United States.July 4th is the day we commemorate the signing of the Declaration of Independence.

Whether you think the economy is killing your business or you think the economy is supporting your business, you're right.

I was listening to an audio recording of a talk by Graham Cooke.

John Updike was once asked why he seems to like every book he reviews. His response (I am paraphrasing) was, “Because I don't waste my time reading books I don't like.”

How do you get out of a rut? What does it even mean to be in a rut? Someone (I believe it was Jim Rohn) once said “a rut is merely a grave with both ends knocked out.”

Of course, if I made you such an offer you would refuse. You would most likely be offended.

Businesses are big on mission statements and slogans. They often start with phrases like, “We exist in order to…”

I admit it.

I have decided I am not a fan of, “just sayin”.

Things don’t always seem the same to your customers as they seem to you.

Don’t say it to me. I might punch you. “The economy,” used as an excuse for some business or personal failing. That’s what I’m talking about. It seems like wherever I go these days, someone is determined to explain their business problems with those two words.

Jesus said, “Out of the abundance of the heart, the mouth speaks.”

You have an enemy.

Ever know anyone who has lots of bad luck?

Whatever the system (relationships, society, the economy), one thing is true…