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Why in Such a Rush?
I recently read a great article from Flying Solo that proclaims some of the most successful entrepreneurs became so later in life. This is such an enlightening change of thought as we live in a culture where we try to accomplish everything right now. Colonel Sanders began KFC while he was in his sixties, and Ray Kroc launched the first McDonald’s franchise when he was firfty-nine. Most results we are looking for in business come when we least expect them, so just enjoy the ride! Remember, you don’t need to accomplish everything right at this very moment, you have lots of time ahead of yourself to create successful businesses. You can read the whole article here: In Praise of Blooming Late.
What’s Ahead For You?
It’s that time of year again, when we’re looking ahead to the new year pondering what our business will look like or deciding what type of business to start. To determine which actions to take in business, you have to take a look back at what mistakes and successes you had, but also look to what is driving change. Entrepreneur Magazine has compiled 10 trends that will define opportunities in 2011, ranging from home repairs to the mancession. This is a must read article for any business owner or decision maker: The Disrupters: Forces Driving Change in 2011.
