Make Your Job Work For You!

Check out this great advice from Michael Baisden on starting your own business while you are still receiving a paycheck.

Michael Baisden Commentary: Make Your Job Work For You!

Why do people wait until they’re fired before they try to start their own business? The smart move is to take risk while you still have a steady paycheck and access to the resources of your job for networking.

When I worked for Chicago Transit 20 years ago driving trains, I had my passengers proofreading and editing my books. And I would bring books on the train for sale. My attitude was, “If I have to come to this freakin job I’m going to make it work for me!” Yes, I’m a hustler!

It’s not enough to scream, “I hate my job!” Or to be annoyed by your co-workers who seem to live in the Matrix. You have to do something about it. There’s nothing more frustrating than hearing someone bitching about their job but never leave.

Starting today you must decide to make your move while you’re still employed. In other words, do what’s hard while things are easy. Otherwise, you’ll end up doing what’s hard while things are at their worse and we know how that turns out, right? ~ Michael Baisden


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National Small Business Week, May 4-8

Check out this article, "Dream Big" This National Small Business Week, May 4-8, on SBA.gov.  The author, Maria Contreras-Sweet, discusses the importance of Small Business Week to job creation in the United States.

"Our country was founded by risk-taking pioneers in search of new horizons.  More than two centuries later, what sets America apart in the world is the willingness of our entrepreneurs to take risks.  Small businesses allow Americans to be their own boss and improve their lot in life through hard work - a core American value."

National Small Business Week is themed "SBA:  Dream Big, Start Small" this year, and will be held May 4-8.

Click here to read the article and for more information and small business week events.

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Article - Let Go, Keep it Simple, Move Quickly: Secrets to Being a Productive Entrepreneur (Infographic)

Check out this article, Let Go, Keep it Simple, Move Quickly:  Secrets to Being a Productive Entrepreneur, from Entrepreneur.com, with infographics that show tips on how to have a simple life, get up early, start the day, work fast, and think faster. 

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Here's the infographic for how to start the day.

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Article - 8 Books Every Entrepreneur Should Read in 2015

Check out this article, 8 Books Every Entrepreneur Should Read in 2015, from Entrepreneur.com, Jess Boss, Contributor.

Here's a sneak peek at the first two books on the list. 

1. The Startup Playbook: Secrets of the Fastest-Growing Startups From Their Founding Entrepreneurs by David Kidder

"The title says it all.  If you're looking for a wide array of lessons learned and entrepreneurial experiences, this book is for you.  Sharing insights from 41 different founders, The Startup Playbook covers everything from leadership lessons to finding one's niche."

2. Creativity, Inc.: Overcoming the Unseen Forces That Stand in the Way of True Inspiration by Ed Catmull

"This book is a must read for any business leader, not just the entrepreneur.  It is filled with valuable insights about what creates, drives and sustains an innovative culture and compels a company to attempt what no other company has done.  Remarkable lessons that only a CEO would know."

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Article - 5 Ways to Build Trust in a Business

Check out this article, 5 Ways to Build Trust in a Business, from the Small Business Administration, SBA.gov.

The author discusses great tips for building trust in your busines.  Even if you are already in business, here's a good refresher on how to maintain the trust you have built with your customer base.

"Building trust in your brand isn't easy to achieve and it may take time, but it doesn't have to come at a high cost.  With honesty, ambition, hard work and attention to detail you can instill a level of trust that will enable you to move forward."

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