Startup Professionals Musings

NOVEMBER 6, 2020

Of course, every lifestyle entrepreneur wants their business to be “successful,” but I find that the definition of success and the expectations along the way differs from that usually associated with what I call “growth startups.” If your passion is customers, you definitely will be happier as a lifestyle entrepreneur.

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InfoChachkie

APRIL 21, 2014

It wasn''t until I turned 50 that I fully adopted basketball legend John Wooden''s definition of victory: "Success is peace of mind which is a direct result of self-satisfaction in knowing you did your best to become the best you are capable of becoming.". This was a difficult and gradual transition. Consciousness Can Be A Bummer.

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Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 25, 2021

If you enjoy wearing many different hats and are constantly learning new skills, you will get more satisfaction as an entrepreneur. The best entrepreneurs follow their passion and purpose , and tend to think more long-term for their satisfaction, rather than short-term. Relish being a “jack of all trades,” rather than expert.

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Startup Professionals Musings

JULY 4, 2020

Personal satisfaction also ranked close behind, with 70 percent of respondents claiming it was a key advantage to running their own business. This indicates that lifestyle and satisfaction factors are often more important than financial ones. By definition, if you see the rewards here as outweighing the risks, you are an entrepreneur.

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Startup Professionals Musings

MAY 4, 2012

By definition, an entrepreneur is the first to undertake a given business, and firsts never happen without problems and people frustrations. The real entrepreneurs I know are good at overcoming both people problems and business obstacles, and get satisfaction from the challenge.

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Startup Professionals Musings

NOVEMBER 22, 2017

Problem solving may be a required skill, but it’s definitely one that can be learned, and perfectionism can be un-learned, independent of your IQ or book smarts (there may even be an inverse relationship here). The best part of the entrepreneur problem-solving lifestyle is that it can bring satisfaction and happiness to your work.

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SoCal CTO

OCTOBER 11, 2010

Of course, improving customer satisfaction is a goal, but the system would drill down to specific issues such as knowledge of store layout. And last, but certainly not least, definitely keep in mind the necessity of having lots of reminders. For automotive sales associates, the rewards were prizes, trips, etc.

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Startup Professionals Musings

JUNE 1, 2013

By definition, an entrepreneur is the first to undertake a given business, and firsts never happen without problems and people frustrations. The real entrepreneurs I know are good at overcoming both people problems and business obstacles, and get satisfaction from the challenge.

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Startup Professionals Musings

NOVEMBER 30, 2020

I’m definitely a proponent of this latter approach. I see no reason not to balance these frustrations with the satisfaction of more conventional work accomplishments and the people relationships we all need to thrive. Startups cost money but don’t pay a salary before revenue.

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Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 14, 2014

By definition, an entrepreneur is the first to undertake a given business, and firsts never happen without problems and people frustrations. The real entrepreneurs I know are good at overcoming both people problems and business obstacles, and get satisfaction from the challenge.

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Startup Professionals Musings

DECEMBER 18, 2020

As a long-time business executive and adviser to entrepreneurs, I see a definitive shift away from customer trust in traditional business messages, and the executives who deliver them. For trust, they look online to see how you handle real support and satisfaction issues. They want the raw data versus a polished message.

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Startup Professionals Musings

JUNE 30, 2021

By definition, all of you entrepreneurs are leaders, by taking the initiative to start a new company. For you the payback is the satisfaction of greater impact, as well as new career opportunities. Yet I have learned over the years as a startup advisor that all business leaders are not the same. The time to get started is now.

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Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 16, 2021

In addition to saying yes too often, professionals under pressure often say no poorly, by attacking the requestor or by avoiding any definitive response. In some cases it may be fear of retribution by the boss, but more often they just hate to disappoint others, and end up instead with high stress and low credibility in a crisis to deliver.

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Startup Professionals Musings

DECEMBER 20, 2019

I believe the days of the “job work” mentality are thankfully waning, with more people looking to get satisfaction by making the world a better place, rather than just tolerating brain-numbing work to fund enjoyment elsewhere. Step into a new entrepreneur era where the definition of “work” is something you love. Marty Zwilling.

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Startup Professionals Musings

NOVEMBER 9, 2020

Everyone wins when more efficient work on the right items results in higher customer satisfaction, lower prices, and more profit per employee. That’s the definition of a win-win opportunity. As an A-Player or an entrepreneur, the focus of work must not be on hours spent, but time and cost savings without micro-management.

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Startup Professionals Musings

JUNE 9, 2021

You get great satisfaction from overcoming all obstacles, and you have no problem with living or dying by your own decisions. The recent pandemic has definitely opened up opportunities for new products, and skilled people at lower costs are abundant. It does mean you have a compelling new business idea, and a willingness to face risk.

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Startup Professionals Musings

MAY 10, 2020

According to most definitions, an entrepreneur is one who envisions a new and different business, meaning one that is not a copy of an existing business model. Every entrepreneur needs to compare his strengths and aspirations to this business mindset: Satisfaction from business success versus the big idea.

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Startup Professionals Musings

FEBRUARY 9, 2022

As a result, Amazon has ranked as #1 for customer satisfaction for many years in a row and has grown accordingly. Studies show that a positive team culture in an organization can result in 26 percent fewer mistakes, 22 percent higher productivity, 41 percent lower absenteeism, and 30 percent stronger customer satisfaction.

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Startup Professionals Musings

JANUARY 18, 2023

With the advent of social media, and instant communication via the Internet, that definition has been expanded to include all aspects of the customer experience , from finding you and what they need, to the ease of completing the transaction, as well as all follow-on support. Treat every customer exceptionally before they complain.

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Startup Professionals Musings

DECEMBER 25, 2010

Related reasons, like personal satisfaction also ranked close behind, with 70% of respondents claiming it was a key advantage to running their own business. This indicates that lifestyle and satisfaction factors are often more important than financial ones. Only 32% of entrepreneurs cited money a key benefit of running their own firm.

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Startup Professionals Musings

MARCH 4, 2015

As a team member, low self-esteem leads to low confidence, poor productivity, and no job satisfaction. As you look at your entrepreneur goals, make sure you are following your own definition of success that gives you pride and passion in its pursuit. Fortunately, both can be fixed. Marty Zwilling.

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Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 17, 2010

By definition, an entrepreneur is the first to undertake a given business, and firsts never happen without problems and people frustrations. The real entrepreneurs I know are good at overcoming both people problems and business obstacles, and get satisfaction from the challenge.

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Startup Professionals Musings

JUNE 15, 2022

As a team member, low self-esteem leads to low confidence, poor productivity, and no job satisfaction. As you look at your entrepreneur goals, make sure you are following your own definition of success that gives you pride and passion in its pursuit. Fortunately, both can be fixed. Marty Zwilling.

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InfoChachkie

JUNE 2, 2014

Quality is definitely key for us.". We keep our eye on a handful of metrics, but we’re focused on customer satisfaction. That said, we are working with our designers to create dresses in fabrics and styles that are more durable and will have a longer life. Our rule of thumb is that we won’t rent a dress that we won’t wear ourselves.

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Startup Professionals Musings

JULY 4, 2011

Personal satisfaction also ranked close behind, with 70% of respondents claiming it was a key advantage to running their own business. This indicates that lifestyle and satisfaction factors are often more important than financial ones. Entrepreneurs love the continuous challenges of a startup, and the satisfaction of solving them.

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Startup Professionals Musings

NOVEMBER 14, 2021

Pervasive access to the Internet and social media have allowed customers to take an active role in helping other customers, with customer support, requirements definition, and open source development. Your long-term survival and satisfaction depend on it. Outsource services back to the customer. The trend has only begun.

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Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 14, 2019

As a team member, low self-esteem leads to low confidence, poor productivity, and no job satisfaction. As you look at your entrepreneur goals, make sure you are following your own definition of success that gives you pride and passion in its pursuit. Fortunately, both can be fixed. Marty Zwilling.

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Startup Professionals Musings

MAY 25, 2022

In every case, a partner can be an asset, bringing new skills and perspectives to the business; or a burden, making every decision more difficult, and taxing your lifestyle satisfaction. Beware of signs of a negative attitude or depression, as these can affect your business results, as well as your personal satisfaction.

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Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 18, 2021

Begin with the end in mind - your definition of success based on your principles. You won’t be effective centering your life around someone else’s view of success, satisfaction, and happiness. Keep commitments, with no excuses. Make personal life goals drive the business.

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Startup Professionals Musings

JUNE 3, 2015

The best part of being an entrepreneur is having the independence to make your own decisions, the flexibility for a better work/life balance, and personal satisfaction from driving change. By definition, the world of startups today is one of rapidly changing unknowns, where the inputs you receive will often conflict. Marty Zwilling.

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Startup Professionals Musings

APRIL 4, 2021

By definition, no human or any business is perfect, so achieving perfection is unrealistic and doomed to failure. Success in execution is all about productivity – more time, more money, more customers, and more satisfaction. Hire an expert, if required, to automate repetitive tasks. Marty Zwilling.

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Startup Professionals Musings

JULY 2, 2021

As I work with aspiring you new venture leaders, I always wish I had a definitive checklist of all the right attributes that I could share with you, encourage you to develop and highlight in your efforts with potential investors, and guide your own actions in starting the next billion dollar company.

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Startup Professionals Musings

DECEMBER 25, 2013

This indicates that lifestyle and satisfaction factors are usually more important than financial ones. Entrepreneurs love the continuous challenges of a startup, and the satisfaction of tackling them. By definition, if you see the rewards here as outweighing the risks, you are an entrepreneur. High level of excitement.

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Startup Professionals Musings

FEBRUARY 24, 2021

Satisfaction and commitment come from choosing a path to move forward, evaluation results and customer feedback, and learning from all their best efforts. Make sure you schedule time for regular customer visits, and make sure your team understands that providing value to more customers is your definition of growing the business.

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Startup Professionals Musings

JANUARY 24, 2014

As an employee, low self-esteem leads to low confidence, poor productivity, and no job satisfaction. As you look at your entrepreneur goals, make sure you are following your own definition of success that gives you pride and passion in its pursuit. Fortunately, both can be fixed. Marty Zwilling.

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Startup Professionals Musings

DECEMBER 25, 2012

This indicates that lifestyle and satisfaction factors are usually more important than financial ones. Entrepreneurs love the continuous challenges of a startup, and the satisfaction of tackling them. By definition, if you see the rewards here as outweighing the risks, you are an entrepreneur. High level of excitement.

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Startup Professionals Musings

MARCH 13, 2015

According to most definitions, an entrepreneur is one who envisions a new and different business, meaning one that is not a copy of an existing business model. Every entrepreneur needs to compare his strengths and aspirations to this business mindset: Satisfaction from business success versus the big idea.

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