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2011 came and went, and now we have a chance to do it all over again. I was taught to learn from others’ mistakes so you don’t have to repeat them. Whether you’re pursing entrepreneurship for the first time or are a seasoned veteran, I’m sure you can identify with these misjudgments that none of us wants to make: 1. Overcommitting:  Yes, the new year is a perfect time to plan to do all the things you didn’t accomplish in 2011. Saying no can often be a very difficult thing. It can cause an extensive amount of anger, damage to relationships and an overwhelming feeling of guilt. But overcommitting can overwhelm you and, in return, slow the progress of growing your business. Take time out to make an action plan for the year and take strategic steps to make them happen while celebrating each achievement. For more great tips on how to stop overcommitting, click  here ,  here  and  here . 2. Avoiding Technology:  We are in the technology age, when ev...

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The BOSS Network Cameka Smith, Founder The Numbers Don’t Lie Click: Ten Truths For Building Extraordinary Relationships , by George C. Fraser, 2007: find ten simple principles that will dispel your dread of networking forever and reveal a proven path to success and happiness.  This book definitely gave me insight to the art of networking. Do You: 12 Laws To Access The Power In You To Achieve Happiness And Success , by Russell Simmons, 2008: in this book Russell discussed the 12 principles that cover entrepreneurism to living a holistic life.  I was so inspired by his success and how he did not sacrifice his integrity for money.  This book is a must read for someone who is just starting out in business. The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership: Follow Them and People Will Follow You , by John C. Maxwell, 2007: in this book you will learn the essentials for being a great leader. John really focuses on leaders as influencers and how to translate that into follower...