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ENTREPRENEURSHIP

ETR’s History Since Day One

By Mark Morgan Ford | 03/27/2007

“Hell, there are no rules here – we’re trying to accomplish something.” – Thomas Edison I had lunch with Katie Yeakle the other day, and she reminded me of how ETR started. It happened in early 2000. Katie had been running AWAI (American Writers & Artists Inc.) for three years,…

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More on Taming Dinosaurs

By Robert Ringer | 03/26/2007

“With but few exceptions, it is always the underdog who wins through sheer willpower.” – Johnny Weissmuller In my last article for ETR, I told you how Leonard Riggio of Barnes & Noble fame proved that every industry is vulnerable to resourceful entrepreneurs. Today, let’s talk about the similar effect…

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Teach a Man to Teach, and You’ll Feed Him for a Lifetime

By Paul Lawrence | 03/22/2007

“We cannot hold a torch to light another’s path without brightening our own.” – Ben Sweetland Wouldn’t you like to make money doing something you love? And what if you could do that job on your own terms, with complete independence and control? Starting your own business giving private lessons…

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Special Opportunities for Your VIP Customers

By Mark Morgan Ford | 03/19/2007

“Yield to temptation. It may not pass your way again.” – Robert A. Heinlein A good way to increase the lifetime value of your customers is to sell them products and services that are outside the scope of what you can deliver yourself. An example: Dry Creek Vineyard recently sent…

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On Taming Dinosaurs

By Robert Ringer | 03/17/2007

“Power does not corrupt men; fools, however, if they get into a position of power, corrupt power.” – George Bernard Shaw Once upon a time, there was a ferocious dinosaur known as Publishsaurus rex who roamed the Earth, devouring everything in its path. Bookstores and authors were especially attractive prey…

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Using Testimonials for Maximum Effect

By Mark Morgan Ford | 03/13/2007

“Get someone else to blow your horn and the sound will carry twice as far.” – Will Rogers Anyone who’s been in marketing for more than a day understands the value of customer testimonials. Better than any other form of proof (logical argument, data, endorsements), they can prove particular claims…

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Sidestepping Obstacles on the Way to 6-Figure Success

By Paul Lawrence | 03/8/2007

“I don’t know if I always want to be in front of the camera. I love producing, I love the camaraderie. I love the adventures. I love the stress.” – Sandra Bullock You can easily earn a six-figure income with a business you can start on a shoestring. I’m talking…

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Sleeping With the Enemy

By Jenny Thompson | 03/3/2007

“Can’t we all just get along?” – Rodney King Most people think of “the competition” as the enemy. In reality, as Michael Masterson has been telling you for years, your competitors can be some of the most important allies you have in business. Plain and simple, your competition has the…

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The Advantages of Running an Ethical Business

By Mark Morgan Ford | 03/2/2007

“Honesty is the best policy. If I lose mine honor, I lose myself.” – William Shakespeare I recently got a letter from a small-business owner and “avid reader of Early To Rise” who is struggling with an ethical question. This woman, whom I’ll call “Renee” to protect her identity, is…

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Make $500+ an Hour Talking About What You Love

By Paul Lawrence | 02/22/2007

“The very best impromptu speeches are the ones written well in advance.” – Ruth Gordon It was a pleasant hour. I stood in front of a small audience and told them what I knew about a subject that fascinated me. The best part? I walked out of the auditorium with…

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Don’t Rush Your Bills

By Bob Bly | 02/21/2007

“Oh yes, wait a minute Mister Postman / Wait Mister Postman / Please Mister Postman, look and see / If there’s a letter in your bag for me /Why’s it takin’ such a long time?” – (from the 1961 debut single by The Marvelettes) My most important piece of advice…

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Consider Writing for a Nice Second Income

By Marc Charles | 02/20/2007

“Writers may be disreputable, incorrigible, early to decay or late to bloom, but they dare to go it alone.” – John Updike “We loved your reviews, Marc. I’ll FedEx a contract to you this week. We’re looking forward to great stuff from you.” That’s what a top publisher said to…

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