Entitlement in Business As Dr. Steve Maraboli, author of Unapologetically You: Reflections on Life and the Human Experience, says, “It’s a quick transition from a nourishing sense of gratitude to a poisonous sense of entitlement.” The biggest lesson I’ve learned is that anyone who believes that everyone owes them something is a fool. This feeling can overtake you as you...
All Confidence and No Capital Starting a business is incredibly stressful, and you have to be on top of your game if you wish to succeed. Having solid financial backing isn’t just important logistically—it’s important to be properly bankrolled psychologically as well. When you try to launch a concept with little (or no) money, you...
Small Gestures It’s no secret that networking is huge in the business world. I am a big proponent of making a genuine effort to make the connections in your network feel important and special. Respect the power of a small gesture! It might only take a handshake and a question about their family—these things add up. An authentic...
Limitations Be honest with yourself, especially about your limitations and how they might affect your future career goals. Let’s say you’ve always dreamt of being an actor. If you’re 35 with a spouse and a child, it may be less realistic to fully chase this dream than when you’re in your 20s with less “real” responsibilities and people depending on...
The Law of Reciprocity in Business Growing up, we all learned to “treat others as you would like to be treated.” But, do you know how this age-old credo applies to the Law of Reciprocity? This law basically states that when someone does something nice for you, you feel the obligation to do something nice for them...
