Tag: Determination
Need to achieve
Do entrepreneurs have a stronger need to achieve?
Leeds station, 11.35pm. It's a dark, cold November evening. The last train to York departed 5 minutes before my train from Huddersfield arrived. But for the night-time usuals I'm on my own, frustrated and penniless. But my need to achieve will get me out of here. Read More
Develop Resilience: Tackle the Biggest Problem First
When the going gets tough, tackle the biggest problem first
"Where ya goin?" The van driver shouted above the noise of the engine.
He was leaning over from his seat, pushing the passenger door open with his outstretched hand. Standing on the pavement and with my heavy rucksack held over one shoulder I replied.
"Lake District!" The prospect of a lift added eagerness to my voice.
"Get in. But I'm only going to 'arrogate'..." Read More
Startup businesses must focus
Startup businesses must focus
Startup businesses must focus in order to succeed. From an early point in my self-employment journey I regularly used these 4 questions to help my venture stay on track.
Where have I come from?
Where am I now?
Where do I want to go?
How do I get there? Read More