In his typically candid style, Richard St. John reminds us that success is not a one-way street, but a constant journey. He uses the story of his business' rise and fall to illustrate a valuable lesson … [Read more...]
It’s all about creativity!
June 26, 2009 By 4 Comments
If you think that successful business people are not a creative bunch, then think again while you consider the following: Starting a new business requires someone to create something from nothing. Inventing … [Read more...]
Richard St. John’s 8 secrets of success
June 21, 2009 By 2 Comments
A self-described average guy who found success doing what he loved, Richard St. John spent more than a decade researching the lessons of success and distilling them into 8 words. This is a must-see 3 1/2-minute … [Read more...]
The art of being goofy!
June 19, 2009 By 9 Comments
I have been called many things throughout my life. Some are flattering, some not so much! The one thing I am called a lot is goofy, and I am totally ok with that. The truth is, I am goofy and I love being … [Read more...]
Sidetracked or Derailed?
June 14, 2009 By 1 Comment
A few weeks ago, I was having coffee with a good friend. She is a project manager for an application developer and has to make sure that the programmers are staying focused in order to meet their objectives … [Read more...]
Starting a business? What does it do and why?
May 31, 2009 By 7 Comments
You've decided to start a business. That's great! Now you need to ask yourself some very important questions. To start with, exactly what does your business do? Why have you chosen to do it? How are you … [Read more...]
Seeing the windows of opportunity
May 29, 2009 By 2 Comments
Whether you are looking to start a new business or seeking a new career, understanding the dynamics of convergence is very empowering. It can position you to capitalize on upcoming opportunities, which … [Read more...]
The difference between Gross Profit and Net Profit
May 20, 2009 By 10 Comments
Introduction: Due to the tough job market these days, many people are considering starting what will be their first business. This article falls into what I call "business 101″. It aims to help budding … [Read more...]
The difference between Margin and Markup
May 19, 2009 By 2 Comments
Introduction: Due to the tough job market these days, many people are considering starting what will be their first business. This article falls into what I call "business 101". It aims to help budding … [Read more...]
My philosophy of business writing is geared to today’s executive
April 20, 2009 By 1 Comment
In business writing we should adhere to the standards that the most educated English speaking authors have adopted for the last few centuries. As a matter of philosophy, that's not radical; as a matter … [Read more...]
