An effective leader doesn’t earn loyalty by instilling fear. An effective leader knows how to positively gain trust, loyalty and dedication of the entire team. Your team will only back you up when you back them up. This is where it has to be given, without expectation, before it will be returned. Just as you… Read More
Top 10 Tips: How to Get Motivated – Tip 10
10. Break a Sweat. It’s no secret that exercising boosts your confidence and helps you stay motivated. Get active and clear your thoughts by taking a jog in the park each morning, swimming a lap in your pool during your lunch break or speed walking with your dog before work. Any kind of physical activity… Read More
Top 10 Tips: How to Get Motivated – Tip 9
9. Raise the Bar. Successful entrepreneurs know that constantly raising the bar is the true key to self improvement. Raising the bar each time you reach a goal will force you to advance your skills, become a strategic thinker and ultimately thrust you towards completing your responsibilities in a more efficient manner. ACTION STEP:… Read More
Top 10 Tips: How to Get Motivated – Tip 8
8. Use fear. This may seem like a dirty little trick, but sometimes it’s a necessary evil to truly learn how to stay motivated. If you are unable to connect with why you do what you do, perhaps thinking of what would happen if you didn’t will remind you. You may use this only as… Read More
Top 10 Tips: How to Get Motivated – Tip 7
7. Remember why you do this. You obviously became an entrepreneur for a reason. Perhaps you have a passion for what you do or it allows the flexibility you need in your schedule. Maybe your income provides great benefits to you or your family that would otherwise be minimal if it were not for your… Read More
Top 10 Tips: How to Get Motivated – Tip 6
6. Divide responsibility. You’re not just an entrepreneur; you also have personal responsibilities that need your attention. If you have a spouse or children, consider delegating some responsibilities to them. Instead of using your break to drive to the post office and mail bills, ask your significant other if they have time to do it… Read More
