Absolute Truth (Big Revelations from 51 Small Businesses)

Author: (USA) Ross King, translated by Lu Dachaun
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Publish Date: 2006-04-01
Features: Whether you're already in business, planning to start one, or considering leaving the business world, you're not fighting alone. The insights and experiences of countless seasoned entrepreneurs can provide you with vision, motivation, and guidance. All you need to do is ask. Many business owners keep this information close to their chests. We've faced difficulties in the past and have shared our struggles with others, but it has only led to hurt, so we hesitate to trust our own judgment. Perhaps we can only confide in those who have never been in business—this may be our greatest weakness as entrepreneurs. Build the courage to call, write, or email someone you admire. Don’t feel embarrassed—they are already successful in your eyes. Take them to dinner, have a meal together. For the cost of a meal, you can learn many business secrets, and it truly works. How can you catch their attention? I find it best to send a letter in the evening, but make sure you have a valid reason for asking them to spend their time. Be honest—you only want to learn from them. Have they not experienced the same things you're going through? Of course, your arrangements should be based on their schedule. Before meeting, prepare your questions (if they ask for them in advance, don’t be surprised.) Take notes while you talk, seriously absorbing their wisdom. The Absolute Truth will tell you how to sleep peacefully, how to overcome financial shortages, and how to face many other real-world challenges. On the other hand, whether your business succeeds or fails, you can share your experiences with those who are planning to start a business or are dreaming of getting rich and becoming bosses. They may also face sleepless nights, pressure, fear, and fierce competition. Extend your hand and give them a helping push—they might just break free from their.