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Quotes and Thoughts

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Here is a collection of random quotes and thoughts from some of my friends around the web. Enjoy their insights and wisdom!

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“I don’t charge by the hour, I charge by the awesome.” – Taylor Lindstrom

As my friend Michael Hyatt says, Start with WOW!

Death by Hourly Wage

Kindness not Formality–Relationships not Rules ~ Patricia Rossi

Sometimes we are too rigid in our thinking

Social Media Matters for Business

Take a drive, take a walk, walk away from the problems at work and be amazed at how the perfect solution strikes you when you’re gazing out at kids playing in the pool. ~ Monica Wofford

A change of scene can make all the difference

Leaders… Take a Vacation!

You Are Capable of So Much More. ~ S. Anthony Iannarino

One of the saddest things to me is wasted talent.

What Would That New You Have To Do?

“Please” and “Thank You” are not just magic words for children.

~Patricia King

Where have these words gone?

@pketiquette

Are You Building a Birthday Cake or a Business? ~ Liz Strauss

Why not turn your hobby into an income?

The Difference Between a Plan and a Strategy

How to be insulting in English without using 4-letter words

~ Suzan St Maur

Clever the insult of the intelligent

How to Write Better

Accept Nothing Less Than Full Victory. ~ Billy Beck

Don’t settle for second…

Take Full Responsibility

Sales Success…Shift your intention from making a sale, to doing what’s best for the buyer. Make customers, not just sales. ~ Mike Moore

Shift your focus…

@mikemoore_

Some people are like clouds. When they disappear, it’s a brighter day. 🙂 ~ Susan Young

Choose your friends wisely…

@sueyoungmedia

Top 10 Small Business Quotations

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Small business owners and entrepreneurs face a myriad of challenges. Here are some small business quotes and resources that can help you take your idea or business further.

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1.“I want to put a ding in the universe.” ~ Steve Jobs

Many of us think too small when we imagine the reach of our talents. One way to think bigger is to set a 50 year goal. Where will your business be in 50 years? This will give you a much grander view.

The Life of Steve Jobs

2. “People simply feel better about themselves when they’re good at something.” ~ Stephen R. Covey

Many times we find ourselves as the jack of all trades, but the master of few. Why not become the best at something you enjoy and change the world?

Seven Habits

3. “Instead of wondering when your next vacation is, maybe you should set up a life you don’t need to escape from.” ~ Seth Godin

If you find yourself mired in a mundane job, maybe a change is needed. Why not plan out a business model around something you love to do?

Linchpin

4. “The values of the world we inhabit and the people we surround ourselves with have a profound effect on who we are.” ~ Malcolm Gladwell

Why not surround yourself with people who will lift you up instead of tearing you down?

Outliers

5. “Often when we ask for advice, we don’t really want advice—we want someone to say “That’s great! Go for it!”— Chris Guillebeau

The motivation of a colleague or friend can take you far!

The $100 Startup

6. “Most People have a desire to look for the exception instead of the desire to become exceptional.” ~ John C. Maxwell

Instead of excuses, look for reasons you CAN do something!

Proven Steps to Maximize Your Potential

7. “You have a clean slate every day you wake up. You have a chance every single morning to make that change and be the person you want to be. You just have to decide to do it. Decide today’s the day. Say it; This is going to be my day.” ~ Brendon Burchard

Simply… Fire Up Today!

The Charge

8. “He who asks is a fool for five minutes, but he who does not ask remains a fool forever.” ~ Old Chinese Proverb

Don’t be afraid to ask questions. Many of us get stuck because we don’t know how to do something or where to go next.

The Fool

9. “Very simply, a platform is the thing you stand on to get heard. It’s your stage. But unlike a stage in a theatre, today’s platform is not built of wood or concrete or perched on a grassy hill. Today’s platform is built of people. Contacts. Connections. Followers.” ~ Michael Hyatt

In today’s connected world you need to have a platform and a voice.

Platform

10. “Have an Impossible Dream.” ~ John Richardson

Everyone needs a BIG dream. Something that gets you out of the bed in the morning and fires you up for the day!

Dream Big

Question: Which small business quotes motivate you?