Inventive Journey
Inventive Journey
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I don’t want to pretend like I know how every business works—because I don’t. But in my experience, with my own business, I truly believe the most important thing is being fully present. You have to live in the business. I just don’t see how th
I'd suggest ignoring the common advice in business culture that tells you to hack your time, boost productivity, or master time management. Instead, shift your focus to managing your energy. That change made a profound difference in my life. So
There are two books I always recommend to entrepreneurs just starting out, and one of them is Profit First by Mike. The book is a game-changer. Coming from the corporate world, I had a traditional mindset about finances, but this book completel
I strongly advise anyone in business to pay close attention to both internal and external factors. Your internal state significantly impacts how you present yourself in business, from pricing discussions to interactions with team members, freel
Staying organized in your business is crucial—whether it's managing finances, streamlining operations, or preparing for future team growth. Keeping yourself structured ensures efficiency and clarity.At the same time, don’t be afraid to experime
Fail fast and learn quickly. Don’t get attached to your idea—get attached to success. Focus on your customers, not just the idea itself, because ideas evolve. Who you are today won’t be the same as who you’ll become if you succeed.
Keep communicating—because no business thrives in isolation. You need customers, and they need to hear from you. You often rely on partners, whether they are employees, suppliers, or collaborators in government or other sectors. Your family and
Have as many conversations as possible and get comfortable doing so. The sooner you adopt this mindset and openly discuss your ideas, the more clarity you'll gain. Talking things through with others helps refine your thoughts, gather valuable f
Be extremely intentional when hiring and managing your team. Avoid compromising on talent just to fill positions quickly. It's tempting to think, We need more people because we're growing fast, but hiring the wrong people can be more detrimenta
When starting a business today, it's essential to understand that people buy from people, and they love to buy. More than just products or services, they buy into stories. For someone to purchase from you, two things must be true: they need to
Be flexible and open to learning. Many people step into the professional world expecting to lead right away, but success often starts with mastering the basics. If you're assigned a small task, give it your best effort—every job is an opportuni
Be prepared to trust the process. When you start a business, you’re filled with ambition, high hopes, and excitement about your idea. You imagine instant success, skyrocketing straight to the top. But in reality, for most people—including nearl
Stop overthinking and just start. Don't waste time crafting a perfect 300-page plan or making sure every little detail is in place. If you wait for perfection, you'll never launch your business. Take action now and refine things as you go. Step
Learn about exits early—think about them from day one. Even if you're just starting out, understanding what happens in a business sale is crucial. We learned this firsthand in our first business. Due diligence is a powerful tool for any entrepr
Make sure you have a strong idea—something valuable that people will want to buy, not just a cool technology you hope to sell later. Build the right team because even the best ideas fail without the right people, which is why many companies don
You must have a well-defined go-to-market strategy in place, because without a clear plan for driving sales growth, success will be out of reach.
What I’d say is that being a one-trick pony, whether in sports or startups, just isn’t enough. In the startup world, you need to be versatile. You can’t just be the "home run hitter" or the "heavy hitter" who relies on a single skill. You need
Value your time and yourself far more than you do now, because you don’t truly realize how little respect you have for yourself until you reach a breaking point. You’ll find yourself thinking, "Wow, it’s 11 PM, and I haven’t made any progress o
Engage in as many conversations as possible. It’s easy to get caught up in your work, focusing solely on tasks and goals. However, networking is incredibly valuable, and it's not just about connecting with people from whom you want something.
Focus on something you're truly passionate about. Throughout our conversation today, we've touched on a lot of different aspects of marketing. For me, it all started with an interest in understanding how people think and communicate, which is a
The number one piece of advice I would give is to learn how to identify A players early on. It's not just about recognizing the highest performers, but understanding how to spot an A player and why they stand out. You need to ask the right ques
There's one thing I see people often overlook, and it's something I personally struggled with—recognizing that your greatest asset is your team. One book that really resonated with me is People Over Profit, which emphasizes the importance of t
One key rule of thumb is to prioritize activities that directly drive revenue, rather than getting caught up in distractions. What I mean is that many new entrepreneurs often get bogged down by things like designing the perfect website, picking
I always say, if you're going to do something, commit fully—go all in. I've seen too many people start a startup with one foot in and one foot out, and that makes everything harder. It creates confusion and feedback that isn’t really reflective
If you’re venturing into a small business or launching your own startup, mastering the art of focus is essential. When you truly concentrate, you avoid spreading yourself too thin and gain clarity on what you need to prioritize. A strong focus
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