Aug 17, 2018 | Become a Calm Company, Blog, News
“If a customer is willing to pay for it, I will do it,” I said 10 years ago in response to a friend who asked what I do for a living . In hindsight, this was idiotic, and my business and life suffered the consequences. How My Cause Transformed My Life...
Aug 7, 2018 | Become a Calm Company, Become a More Productive Business Owner, Blog, News
“I took a vacation!” My friend exclaimed yesterday. “And I only had to deal with 3 client emergencies!” they proudly proclaimed. This is madness. Vacation is for Unplugging and Recharging. Most small business owners and freelancers have NEVER...
Jul 30, 2018 | Become a Calm Company, Blog, How to Make More Sales
I said something yesterday that nearly brought my date with my wife to a halt. “What you just said really upset me,” she replied. She was emotionally triggered. For the record, so was I. Even When I’m Triggered, I Need to Protect My Beloved. As the...
Jul 17, 2018 | Become a Calm Company, Blog |
I just got back from a once-in-a-lifetime train ride to Chicago with my 4-year-old son. It’s something I’ve been working towards for over 5 years. But in order to be present with my son on the trip – and being present was the primary objective of the...
Jun 28, 2018 | Become a Calm Company, Blog, How to Make More Sales
“I’m spreading myself thin,” I mournfully replied to a friend I bumped into at Fueled Collective who inquired about how I was doing. “I’m losing focus.” He graciously offered to meet up with me a week later to sort this out. Prior...
Jun 21, 2018 | Become a Calm Company, Blog, How to Make More Sales
When you aren’t meeting your business’ revenue targets, where do you turn? Do you turn outward and look at your business’ marketing? Do you point your finger at a poorly-designed website? Do you look for better technology to support your business?...
