Business Success Traits

Any Success is driven by hard and smart work. You see the Goal or Destination. You map out the steps or milestones to get there — Make a Plan. You take the First Step. You continue. Persistence in the face of obstacles. Reviewing and Modifying the Plan. Knowledge, Skills, Attitude.

Productivity — If You Can Do It!

May 22, 2021 by John Larson Do you need some help with motivation to get stuff done? I don’t know about you, but I sometimes (often… always…) have a tough time getting things done, especially important stuff. We get our Amazon business stuff done, me reluctantly, Sandi relentlessly. I am able to walk by important farm stuff … Read more

9 Things to Know About Starting a Business

Deep in your heart, you might be dreaming of starting your own business. It could be eCommerce, Handmade Crafts, a repair business, or a store on the corner. Doesn’t matter. There some things you should know. Books and YouTube Aren’t Enough You can learn a lot by reading, researching, and buying courses on starting a … Read more

Inventory — The Overlooked Asset

I’m not an attorney nor a CPA, but here are some facts I’ve learned over the years about the Business aspects of Inventory. It doesn’t really matter what your CPA requires or suggests about your Inventory for your taxes, (they are probably right). Certainly follow their advice and be consistent from year to year. But, … Read more

Focus On the ONE Thing

As a management consultant, I spent much of my consulting time helping clients discover and focus on the most important aspects of their business. They were often overwhelmed with tasks and projects that had little to do with overall success. That’s where I helped them define their ONE Thing. A business needs to make a … Read more