Wednesday, October 3, 2012
Wednesday, September 19, 2012
5 Tips For Turning Passion Into Profit.
Is your New Year’s resolution to start a business? Is your dream to be your own boss? Do you have a passion you’d love to turn into profit?
If so, do you know your next step? After all, a resolution isn’t much without implementation. And deciding to start a business is one of the biggest resolutions out there.
After working with countless entrepreneurs over the years, there are some essential lessons I’ve learned from some of the most successful small business leaders out there.
1. It’s not just about you
You’ve heard the saying, "Do what you love and the money will follow." That’s not exactly the case. Yes, passion is important. But in order to turn your passion into a profitable business, you’ve got to fill a need that others are looking for. Think about this for a moment. The market isn’t necessarily concerned if you are fulfilling a lifelong dream. Customers spend money on products and services that fulfill their needs or their own desires. Focus on how your passion can make a difference to others-- that’s the key to success.
2. Focus on your end goal, and not the obstacle
Too often people don’t execute on their ideas of fear - fear of failure, fear of embarrassment, fear of what others will say. If you have a great idea (even a good idea), then make it happen. Don’t be afraid of how it will all turn out. Just execute. In business, like in life, there are valuable lessons to be learned in each failure. Ralph Waldo Emerson said, “All life is an experiment. The more experiments you make the better.” Still not convinced? Think of it this way: by never trying, you’ve failed right from the start.
3. Balance your "Day Job"
If you currently have a full-time or part-time job, it can be a smart idea to continue working while you get started on your new business. Many administrative and planning tasks - such as writing up a business plan, picking a business and domain name, getting your logo, website and all marketing materials in place - can all be done before you leave your day job. While this plan may make for some very busy months, you’ll benefit from beginning your business from a position of strength.
4. Start small – get creative for funding
If you don’t have access to tons of capital, you probably shouldn’t consider launching a manufacturing company with lots of overhead and expensive product inventory. However, it’s more than possible to start a business with just a small investment - for example, service-based businesses or virtual ones (like blogging or freelance editing). Be realistic about your financing, and remember it’s okay to start small! Look for creative ways to fund your business, such as working out of your home, bartering with vendors, and leveraging social media for your marketing.
5. Surround yourself with support
The journey of turning your idea into reality can be long and difficult. Stay motivated by surrounding yourself with positive people who believe in your vision. In some cases, this could be family or friends who will remind you of your potential when times are tough. You can also join a formal networking or entrepreneur group that meets on a weekly or monthly basis. Participating in a professional group gives you a chance to see and learn from the success of other entrepreneurs, share business models, and success secrets.
Most importantly, don’t forget to celebrate each accomplishment, no matter how small. As a small business owner, you’ve got an exiting journey ahead of you; don’t forget to enjoy the ride!
Courtesy of GalTime
Sunday, September 9, 2012
Book on M’sian-born billionaire Maha offers 10 rules for success - Nation | The Star Online
Book on M’sian-born billionaire Maha offers 10 rules for success - Nation | The Star Online
The 10 Principles of Fearless Success are: make one idea your life; arise, awake and stop not till the goal is reached; work relentlessly; be fearless - face the brutes; the darkest night brings the brightest dawn; pure in thought, word and deed; character is established through a thousand stumbles; everyone is great in their own place; create your own destiny; and all power is within you.
The 10 Principles of Fearless Success are: make one idea your life; arise, awake and stop not till the goal is reached; work relentlessly; be fearless - face the brutes; the darkest night brings the brightest dawn; pure in thought, word and deed; character is established through a thousand stumbles; everyone is great in their own place; create your own destiny; and all power is within you.
Wednesday, June 20, 2012
Time to throw away English language from Malaysia
Hohoho. This statement will certainly anger many Malaysians, especially those who read English language and are from the middle class.
Sudah sampai masa mengbuangkan bahasa Inggeris jauh dari Malaysia. Kita sudah merdeka tapi fikiran tidak merdeka dari jajahan British lagi.
There are more than 75% of people in the world do not speak a word of English. From BBC, the world strong radio of British which is called British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC). Read No 6.
Therefore, the old timers in Malaysia are still cliching on the lap of the former colonial master. Promoting the use of English without knowing English would soon a language of only the bangsa.
What would happen to the youngsters who learn English and cannot use it ? Just like those study Latin in the university or at home and cannot use it. Aha, they can use it for fun.
But Malaysia is not a rich country, she is, in fact, just mismangement of fund if not to say it is abused of fund.
Thus, are Malaysians awaken now ?
They, so called the English speakers made a website to shame the people. Can someone tell those people, it is not a shame for me to write incorrect English language. English is not my mother tongue, it would be a shame for the English mother tongue speakers,but not me, or us in Malaysia.
The parents who see the page would force the children to study harder to better the English language. More money are spent and more time are wasted.
Do you know that if insufficient exercise on the field, like playing ball games etc would cause depression in adults ?The Australian research will be soon out.
Do you want your child to suffer depression when he/she is an adult ?
Like this rule American is disgusting the people, therefore, you are supporting American English, you will be ended up disgusted too.
Can your children write a book and see in the world ? Your book cannot be sold in the English speaking world because you are from Malaysia unless you forgo your mother tongue.
Can your songs be able to sell in America ?
Can your film be sold in Britian?
The list goes on and on.
How many talents are killed by English language ?
How much money are wasted in learning English language ?
How much time are wasted in learning English language ? Time is money.
But I like this BBC comedy. Yes, we must do this one day.
Sudah sampai masa mengbuangkan bahasa Inggeris jauh dari Malaysia. Kita sudah merdeka tapi fikiran tidak merdeka dari jajahan British lagi.
There are more than 75% of people in the world do not speak a word of English. From BBC, the world strong radio of British which is called British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC). Read No 6.Therefore, the old timers in Malaysia are still cliching on the lap of the former colonial master. Promoting the use of English without knowing English would soon a language of only the bangsa.
What would happen to the youngsters who learn English and cannot use it ? Just like those study Latin in the university or at home and cannot use it. Aha, they can use it for fun.
But Malaysia is not a rich country, she is, in fact, just mismangement of fund if not to say it is abused of fund.
Thus, are Malaysians awaken now ?
They, so called the English speakers made a website to shame the people. Can someone tell those people, it is not a shame for me to write incorrect English language. English is not my mother tongue, it would be a shame for the English mother tongue speakers,but not me, or us in Malaysia.
The parents who see the page would force the children to study harder to better the English language. More money are spent and more time are wasted.
Do you know that if insufficient exercise on the field, like playing ball games etc would cause depression in adults ?The Australian research will be soon out.
Do you want your child to suffer depression when he/she is an adult ?
Like this rule American is disgusting the people, therefore, you are supporting American English, you will be ended up disgusted too.
Can your children write a book and see in the world ? Your book cannot be sold in the English speaking world because you are from Malaysia unless you forgo your mother tongue.
Can your songs be able to sell in America ?
Can your film be sold in Britian?
The list goes on and on.
How many talents are killed by English language ?
How much money are wasted in learning English language ?
How much time are wasted in learning English language ? Time is money.
But I like this BBC comedy. Yes, we must do this one day.
http://malaysiakusayang.blogspot.com/2012/06/time-to-throw-away-english-language.html
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