The Truth About Your Big Ideas
A stranger corners you at some industry event. In hushed tones, he tells you he has a “great” idea. And he’ll “share” it with you so long as you promise that you won’t tell anyone or rip him off. “It’s an amazing idea,” he assures you. “I’ve been thinking about…
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How to Effectively Communicate Great Ideas
Having once again watched the DVD version of the two Atlas Shrugged movies released thus far (it’s a trilogy rounded out by the September 13, 2014 opening of its final installment), I think about how effective communication is such a hugely important aspect of selling. Selling – in this case – not…
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My Spiritual Experience in Rome (not what you think)
Rome was simply another city on my to-do list…or so I thought. The plan, as it is with every other European city I visit, was to walk around and check off the major attractions. “Look kids, The Vatican. The Pantheon,” I’d say in my best Chevy Chase European Vacation impression. Over 1.3…
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What NOT to do at Work
During college, all I wanted to do was become a Navy SEAL. I won an NROTC scholarship, got accepted into training, and was ready to start my career as an operator. Unfortunately, once I got into training, I realized I didn’t want to become a SEAL, and I quit. Not…
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Playing Up a Level in Life
When I just 16 years old I learned a valuable business – and life – lesson. It happened on a soccer field, and it involved two of my best friends (still to this very day), along with eight other guys that have also been lifelong mates. It was on a sunny…
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How to Talk About Money in Your Marriage
A female client once told me that she got her money the old fashioned way: by divorce. It’s a funny line that reflects the traditional thinking of the man as the breadwinner in a marriage and the source of family wealth. But the truth is that times have changed. Today,…
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The Simple Secret to My Success in Life
What’s my secret? Friends at home in Florida think that I have some sort of “Golden Touch.” They want to know my secret to repeatedly making great investment decisions. Usually, I just shrug off their questions without much of an answer. “Just good luck,” I’ll say. Or something like that.…
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The No. 1 Thing to Do When Setting Up Your Family
We would all like to have a family that supports each other… works together for the good of all… and creates a lasting legacy. But what makes family members want to do that? This is a question you will need to answer at some point. That’s because a family office…
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3 Ways to Grow Your Business
Every morning during one of my daily readings I review one of the Kekich Credos. Some are motivational, others health related, and some are good kick-butt mindset tips. My favorites are the hardcore business ones, like #19. It states, “Use leverage with ideas (the ability to generalize is the key…
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How to Deal with Excuses
I didn’t have any money so I couldn’t start a business. And even if I started one, I didn’t have an office, or clients, and I was too shy to cold-call clients. I didn’t have connections or rich parents or anything for that matter. I didn’t have talent. I couldn’t…
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Make $4,000 Each Month by Taking Your “Hobby” Online (Part 2)
Here are the six steps you will follow to turn your hobby into cash: Step One The first step is to choose a hobby or activity that inspires you. Begin by scratching out a list of everything you enjoy. Make the list as long as possible. Don’t worry if your…
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Make $4,000 Each Month by Taking Your “Hobby” Online (Part 1)
Before the Internet, breaking into a new business was mostly a local affair. You got an idea, created a product, and tried to sell it in your own backyard. If it worked, you could expand outside your local market. Eventually, if you were very good and somewhat lucky, you could…
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