![]() |
|
![]() |
|
![]() |
|
![]() |
1. Great Things Take Time ? Three years passed between the release of each movie in the two trilogies, and a lot of work went in to them. Be patient?and keep working hard every day.
2. Play Bigger Than Life ? George Lucas is only 5-foot-6, yet he made a giant impact on the movie industry. Aspire to achieve greatness, and you just might find it.
3. Background Music Is Important ? The score of a film is essential to the audiences' enjoyment, and John Williams' Academy Award-winning "Star Wars" theme is legendary. Where are the opportunities in your small business to enhance the experience of your customers/clients?
4. Success Is Fleeting ? "Star Wars" made Lucas rich, but not all of his projects were as successful (read: "Howard The Duck"). Be innovative, and always focus on what you do best.
5. Seek A Sage ? Yoda trained the greatest of the Jedi knights. Find a mentor - or a coach - who you can depend on for wise and insightful guidance, and to hold you accountable.
6. Believe In Yourself ? Luke Skywalker initially failed to understand the power was within him. Remember, you have the greatest power for making things better in your small business.
7. Loyal Employees Are Critical ? R2-D2 and C-3P0 always came through for their masters. Hire the right people, inspire them to excel, and they, too, will come through for you.
8. Avoid The Dark Side ? Anakin succumbed to evil and became Darth Vader. Be cautious of poor decisions that could jeopardize your small business.
9. Celebrate Success ? At the end of "Star Wars," Princess Leia awards Luke and Han Solo with medals. Make sure to reward your employees for their excellence in helping you.
10. Be Slow To Anger ? Han Solo warned C-3PO it's not a good idea to upset Chewbacca. While you wouldn't react like a Wookiee, maintain your composure with employees and, especially, customers.
11. Let The Force Be With You ? Reach deep inside when faced with any challenges. Be true to what you know is right for your small business and the answer will usually appear.
Copyright © 2005 by Success Handler, LLC. All rights reserved.
The Coach, David Handler, is the founder of Success Handler, (http://www.successhandler.com), and specializes in helping small business leaders find clarity and take action. He understands the challenges of running a business, because he's been there ? as a small business owner, franchisee, franchisor, corporate leader and trainer. Much like sports coaches, his coaching will show you how to compete on a level playing field in your industry.
Imagine if you were going to address a stadium full... Read More
How many of us have been in a position where... Read More
1. Maintain regular working hours and stick to them.2. Get... Read More
Here are a few ideas to get you started, all... Read More
How much is your data worth to you? In this... Read More
In my career, I have had a total of 3... Read More
With today's technology and people's need for more information it... Read More
Authors/publishers are great at getting their books written. Entrepreneurs know... Read More
Let's put to rest the fallacy that success, in sales... Read More
As the holiday season starts to settle in, the workload... Read More
Who doesn't have issues with organizing their inbox!? I receive... Read More
Millions of people start new small businesses in the United... Read More
Almost daily, newspapers, business magazines, radio and television carry reports... Read More
Are you scratching your head after business events wondering why... Read More
We all are project managers. Some of us manage projects... Read More
Many people find it really hard to write for business... Read More
You need sales and you wanted them yesterday. Here are... Read More
A lot of people are at a loss when it... Read More
Most people have at least one favorite quotation from a... Read More
As a counselor, therapist or healing professional (massage therapist, physiotherapist,... Read More
Cash is king-so they say. If you work for yourself... Read More
Sometime soon you will be attending some training. It may... Read More
Use the checklist below to make sure your article, tip,... Read More
Counselling non-performing team members is a tough part of any... Read More
Hey, as hard as this may be for you to... Read More
Hey, as hard as this may be for you to... Read More
We all are project managers. Some of us manage projects... Read More
There are so many simple, yet really sure-fire ways of... Read More
For most business owners and entrepreneurs, preparing, and communicating the... Read More
1. Outsource what takes you too long to doWhen you... Read More
'Tis the season to give. And finding the right gift... Read More
You're busy with your business today, aren't you?You're pushing your... Read More
When sending mail to clients and potential clients, make your... Read More
Either simply a looker-on or a player in the world... Read More
Be aware that 40 million crooks obtained credit card numbers... Read More
Imagine if you were going to address a stadium full... Read More
The following tips are from an article we contributed to... Read More
We've heard numerous success stories of Internet entrepreneurs like Jeff... Read More
Seven Reasons Why Training Doesn't Produce the Desired Results and... Read More
Which one are you? An effective IT project manager, able... Read More
Most people have at least one favorite quotation from a... Read More
Authors/publishers are great at getting their books written. Entrepreneurs know... Read More
If you're a business owner, you know that repeat business... Read More
The 2004 election is over--at least in the minds of... Read More
Viral Marketing is allowing people to giveaway and use your... Read More
Does your business have a money tree you can shake... Read More
Did you know that there is one critical difference between... Read More
Do you find great joy in being a coach? If... Read More
So you have set up your company, fairly established and... Read More
We all know that running a home business is highly... Read More
Top Quick TipsTop Quick Tips |