Feeling trapped in the same old 9-5 grind? You’re not alone. That’s because thousands dream of taking back control—of owning their time, working on their terms, and building something that’s truly...
Entrepreneurship
Joel Libava
How Do You Cultivate a Winning Entrepreneurial Mindset?
To help you cultivate a winning entrepreneurial mindset, the team at Featured has gathered fourteen insightful responses from CEOs, entrepreneurs, and other industry leaders. Here are their thoughts, in order: Take the...
Important Leadership Skills That Will Bring Success to Your Franchise Business
(Guest Post On Leadership Skills And Franchising) Managing a successful franchise business is not without a great leader. After all, studies consistently show that employees keep their job not because they enjoy the...
Did You Know That Business Opportunities Are NOT Franchise Opportunities?
In this post, I’m going to tell you what you need to know about Business Opportunities vs. Franchise Opportunities. Do you really know the difference? The reason I ask, is that a couple of years ago I got in a...
What Wong Taught Me About Showing Up, Grinding It Out, And Working Hard
Immediately after I came up with the title of this post about Wong, I did a search for the definition of “grinding it out.” I’m embarrassed to tell you that one of the things that appeared was the title of a book...
How A Degree Could Help With Your New Business
(Guest Post) The entrepreneurial field is an ever-evolving, competitive arena in the global marketplace. To define, entrepreneurship refers to the concept of creating and handling a business venture. Through smart...
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What Would Happen To Your Franchise Business If You Were In An Accident Or Died?
(Sponsored Post) You have worked hard to buy and operate a franchise. You’ve gotten help on everything from marketing to operations, but what happens if something were to happen to you as an owner? Well, much like...
Why Are You Allowing Them To Control Your Schedule?
Read the title to this blog post again. It’s kind of crazy when you think about it. Seriously…Who in their right mind would ever allow someone else to control their schedule? You? Whoops. Sorry about that...
21 Inspirational Entrepreneur Quotes Guaranteed To Perk You Up
Sometimes, we need help…we need a little push, to help us get where we want to go. Even if there are risks involved. I don’t know how it is for you-but powerful quotes like the ones on entrepreneurship...
Exclusive Peek Into Shaq’s Thriving Businesses And Franchises!
So what businesses does Shaq own? What franchises does Shaq own? What restaurants does he own and invest in? What are his future plans? I bet they’re BIG (like Shaq’s net worth). Let’s find out. ...
Franchisors: Stop Using This Word To Recruit New Franchise Owners!
I was under the impression that when I got older, two things would happen. 1. Stuff wouldn’t bother me as much 2. I would mellow with age So far, I’m zero for two. One reason: The industry I’m in...
Bizapalooza 2015: 3 days of Peace, Planning and Profits
Ivana Taylor, of DIY Marketers, has been a loyal supporter of mine-and a friend for several years. Ivana is good people. Her enthusiasm for life-and for her specialty, marketing for small businesses, is a sight to...
Why You Buy Warm Lemonade On A 90 Degree Day
When I think of hot weather, my mind doesn’t immediately think of the wonderful vacations I’ve taken in places like North Carolina, South Carolina, Florida, or even the Bahamas. I don’t go back in time...
Creating Entrepreneurial Opportunities in College
(This is a Sponsored Post) Today’s college graduates don’t have it very easy. Years ago, graduating from college meant you were nearly guaranteed employment and some level of job security. That piece of paper...
