Three new carnivals included my articles, so I want to mention them here. Carnival of Anecdotes Hosted at The Engaging Brand is the Carnival of Anecdotes. Why do we care about Anecdotes? As a leader you need an array of stories and anecdotes to share with people, to improve your communication skills, to help translate…
Carnivals round up some of the best posts and articles from all over, and exhibit them like a midway! Carnival of the Capitalists This week, the Carnival of the Capitalists is at Spooky Action. Covers all sorts of business and capitalistic articles and topics. Some favorites for rural small business are: Pamela Slim at Escape…
UPDATE: A new brag from Kevin Kennedy-Spaien! Enjoy life, and brag about it! Once a week, I offer this post as a safe place to brag because most of us feel a bit isolated, even with all the new technology connecting us. What can you brag about? Last week, Owen bragged that Oprius won the…
The very wise Rex Hammock recently pulled up something he wrote in 2000: Even smart businesses managed by smart individuals and smart investors die. Businesses start and die every day. They always have. They always will. I am old enough – and have been fortunate enough – to have succeeded significantly and failed miserably and…
Video can be a terrific small business communication tool. It is best for sending visual information, building a relationship with the viewers, and yet most entrepreneurs don’t take advantage of it. You’ve asked me how I do simple videos, so here’s my tips. Camera I don’t have a fancy video camera. I do have a…
I’m a small town entrepreneur and cattle rancher. I started this site to share the amazing economic development information I was receiving in my email and finding online with other small town folks. You probably know that. This is to tell you a little more about my background.* You may have noticed I write quite…
If you have any desire to see more of my face, and Jeanne (OkieJ)’s face, here’s your chance. Why? Let’s let Our Friend Drew explain: Think about it for a minute. There’s the work you. The family you. The buddies at the pub you. The girls at poker night you. The I’m so tired I…
The life of an entrepreneur, especially in a rural area, can feel a bit solitary. But you still deserve to be cheered on. Once a week, you can come here and brag a bit on your business, your community, or your self. We’ll cheer you on. What can you brag about? Last week, Owen bragged…
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