Because of Words Blog: Business 101
On becoming a business disruptor
Business disruptors may not be who you think they are. They’re not the violent rioters we watch on the news. Instead, the disruptive innovation they bring to market stands to significantly change the way we do things. Small business owners and entrepreneurs should prepare for disruption overtaking their chosen industry.
Head in the clouds – cloud computing explained, briefly
Do you use the cloud? Just what is it, anyway? While you may think you don’t, you do when you send or receive email or when you keep up with family and friends on social media like Facebook.
Your work in progress: keeping a business journal
Ever had your memory fail you with something you absolutely needed to remember? It’s a frustrating experience that plays gotcha if you’re not careful. Most of us occasionally get tongue-tied, or perhaps brain-tied is more like it. A work journal can become your new best friend.
Consider this: taking your business into the green
Waste in all its shapes and forms defiles our highways, byways, and roadways. As business leaders, we’ve got to act now to reverse the trend of plastic-filled oceans, dirty drinking water, and huge expanses of landfill.
When’s the right time to launch a business?
Given the limitations brought on by the pandemic, today may not be the best time to start a business. But if you have a little spare time, do your homework: plan and research.
Need help with your startup? Turn to the internet.
Turn to the internet when seeking help for your small business. Here’s a sampling of websites that are there for you.
Maybe there are two types of people: leaders and followers
Leader or follower? I take a hard look at my own leadership qualities and find I’m a third: the wanderer. What type of leader are you? Here are my ideas, plus a link to a quiz.