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It’s almost spring, and even if there is still snow on the ground, it’s time to think about new beginnings – for you and your business. Do you need a fresh start?
If so, it’s time to create (or update) your specific goals for today, this week, this month, and this year.  To start, write down [...]

Happy 2012 StartUpNation!
As I wrap up Week #1 of this fabulous brand new year, I thought I would check in with all of you….
Have you set your Main Goal(s) for 2012?
More important, How do you plan to hold yourself accountable to your Goal(s)?
That is the kicker with goals.  You can make as many goals [...]

Yes, the economy is ugly.
Yes, customers are tightening their purse strings.
Yes, it’s harder to bring in new sales.
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Blah. Blah. Blah. Things are tough for many people
right now, but that’s no reason to just sit back and
wait for things to get better.
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It’s time to take action!

No one said being an entrepreneur is easy.
Your business is [...]

As an entrepreneur, do you have big dreams, but aren’t quite sure how to accomplish them? Well, here’s a fellow entrepreneur who is helping people just like you make their dreams a reality. Meet Stephen Dodd, Quantum Voyage, Inc. Lead Programmer and Project Manager for the new, personal goal-setting software at www.goalsettingforyou.com.

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Do you remember when you were young and someone asked you what you wanted to be when you grew up? You always had an answer. Doctor, lawyer, architect, pilot, famous actor, the list goes on… While such dreams may change over time, what’s important is that you have a plan. Success [...]

Congratulations! You’ve made it through the unique challenges 2009 had to offer small business owners, and now it’s time to celebrate.
With this in mind, here are a few tips to have a G-R-E-A-T holiday:
G: Give Back To The Community.
Volunteer to help a local charity. Donate your used clothing and other items to a worthy [...]

After working over 30 years in organization development consulting, Richard Lewine created a company called Quantum Voyage, http://www.goaltrak.com/, to help businesses and organizations reach their goals. Since many of you are in the process of setting your goals for 2010, I caught up with Rich to get his insights. Here’s what he had to say:
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