Archive for the month March 2023

Delayed projects are a bane for agency owners. The best way to eliminate these problems is to have a dedicated small project team with clear owners for different parts of the project and a single owner for overall project management.…

Have you ever heard the phrase “building in public”?

It might sound strange, but it’s a fantastic concept that can help market your ideas or projects. Building in public means sharing your journey of creating something with others.  For example,…

Starting an agency can be exciting but also overwhelming, especially if it’s your first time.  Sometimes people think they must have everything perfect before they can even begin.  However, you don’t need to have everything in place from the start.…

When batching, we group similar tasks and do them all at once.  Like I batch my content creation and do it on Fridays. Batching can help you get more done in less time and make you more productive. When you…

It is good to share ideas, but not wise to share them with everyone. Here are 9 kinds of people that you should beware of: 1/ The idea rejecters: People who reject ideas without proposing a different one do not…

The most important hire for any growth-focused entrepreneur is a seasoned operator. This person takes care of the day-to-day. And the entrepreneur gets free to focus on hiring, ensuring there is money in the bank, and setting the vision for…

1/ Know that every small step towards your goals counts towards the big picture. Keep pushing, keep growing, correct course as needed, and don’t give up on your dreams. 2/ Keep your end goal in mind and ensure every decision…

Learning new things is important for growth and success. But sometimes, it can be hard to understand new things.  One great way to understand something better is by teaching it to someone else. When you teach something, you have to…

A good co-founder can change the trajectory of a business. If you are looking for one, it’s important to find someone with the right qualities and skills to complement your own.  Here are some qualities to consider when searching for…

We often struggle to balance long-term goals and outcomes with short-term needs and realities. On the one hand, having a vision of where you want to go and what you want to achieve in the long run is important. On…

Freelancing has become an increasingly popular career choice, allowing individuals to work on their terms and pursue their passions.  While certain skills and traits are commonly associated with success in freelancing, such as self-discipline, time management, and communication skills, some…

In life, we meet all kinds of people. Some are worth keeping close to. Then there are those we must stay clear of.  Here are nine types of people we’ll do well to stay away from: 1/ The overly critical:…

In 2022, the average lifespan of a company on the Standard and Poor’s 500 Index was close to 20 years. In 2023, this will likely remain the same. The average lifespan of a small and medium business is less than…

Success, at times, can be elusive. If this is happening to you, try the following: 1/ Negative visualization – Imagine where you would be if you didn’t change, and use the fear of not changing to propel you toward the…

Nobody’s perfect. Still, many of us aim to achieve perfection in our lives, careers, and relationships, leading us to believe that making a mistake is a sign of failure.  But the truth is, not making mistakes could be the biggest…