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There are many reasons as to why you should become your own boss in 2014. Each year more and more people are becoming entrepreneurs, what is stopping you? When the proper plan of action and guidance, you could very well be able to succeed as an entrepreneur. Do not underestimate your greatness and think that being your own boss is not attainable. Check out these five reasons among many, in no particular order. You Keep Saying You Will  Are you one of those people that keep making it a resolution every year to fire your boss? Now is the time to actually make it happen. Becoming a successful entrepreneur is one of the most gratifying feelings anyone can do. Instead of making it a goal just because it sounds good this year, actually set out to make it happen. Keep in mind that you do not have to begin the process alone, there are many books that can help you make the transition as well as coaching programs.  Build Your Legacy  Perhaps the best thi...

The mistake that many people make in business is underestimating the value of branding. Marketing, public relations, and promotion is great, however branding must come before anything and branding has to go on forever. Here are several reasons why branding is a crucial part of your business:  What makes you unique?  Whatever makes you and your business unique is what will make it successful. Personal branding identifies and then communicates what makes you unique and different. This process then helps you to identify your target audience and ultimately achieve the goals of your business. Branding is very powerful because it sends a clear message about who you are and what you have to offer. This will set you apart from everyone else and position you as an expert in your field.  Maximize Your Strengths:  Getting familiar with your personal brand puts you in touch with your strong points. This is beneficial because you can capitalize on your strengt...

Teamwork makes the dream work, who hasn't heard that saying before? Well, research shows that it's true. According to numerous studies, work done in a team is done much more efficiently. As entrepreneurs, a lot of us make the mistake of thinking that we can do everything by ourselves when it actuality, there many benefits to working in a team.  Creativity One benefit of teamwork is the creativity that it provides. Having multiple people on your team to give and receive feedback always makes for great brainstorming. When a team has members of different backgrounds and experiences, it fuels creativity. This produces great ideas and optimal solutions; innovation can skyrocket with a successful team.  Balance  Every individual has strengths and weaknesses. When working with the right team, it is easy to camouflage your weaknesses if a person on the team is strong in that particular area. When teams of people with skills that compliment one another are fo...

When starting any business, you should always be committed to constant growth. No one should open a business to reach one level and then stop the efforts. Although growth in business can be a slow process, always make sure you are doing what it takes to reach the next level- growth is not automatic. As yourself, "what steps am I taking to take my business to the next level?" Below is a list of 5 possible reasons your business has not had a growth spurt.        1. You Are Networking Wrong You have probably never heard this before as most people's advice is to network, network, and network. Networking is awesome for any business, but not if you aren't doing right. When people consider networking, they always think it means go out to events and meet new people. Wrong. Sometimes it business it is less about meeting new people, and more about getting to know the people around you a little better. You never know how someone in your circle can help you unles...