I want to quickly post this to let many of you reading this blog know that you have to be very careful when it comes to entering into a business partnership with others.
Partnership in business is like entering into a marriage. At first, everything seems to be perfect. We like and tolerate each other. We put our best behavior up front. Even if the partner did something out of the ordinary, we try to reason that it's a mistake.
Well, once the law of familiarity sets in, suddenly we begin to discover that we don't really want to put up with the behaviors we used to nicely put up with. Your partner now has more demands. They want you to do this or that. In fact, many times it appears as if no matter how much of yourself you pour into the business relationship, it's never enough.
Soon or later, one partner begins to suggest the other to sell out his or her shares. Now, I'm not saying that partnership never works out. You should know that you will never be able to succeed without a team. But I am trying to caution you to know what to expect.
And also, I want to be aware that going into business with a best friend or family members is usually not a good idea. The key is to go into business with a partner who is very competent in the areas that you are weak. And to make sure everything is done by the book. Don't jump in based on a handshake. Get the attorney to sign the papers.
Business is business. There's nothing personal here. You want to make sure everyone is accountable and committed. Partenership is a shared responsibility.
Don't just use your emotion. Use your brain as well.
Press on!
Rene Godefroy, Author of
Kick Your Excuses Goodbye
Monday, April 10, 2006
Monday, April 03, 2006
Entrepreneurship is No For The Timid
One of the subscribers of my motivational newsletter wrote about how he has a great invention. But sometimes he feels so discouraged. And I wrote back:
In the last article I wrote, I said that if you and I are not failing, our chances of ever succeeding are slim to none. In life there are no guarantees. If everyone knew for a fact that a certain action would guarantee a certain result, more people would be willing to step out.
If I were you, I would definitely take the trip to Florida. After all, you have nothing to lose. In fact, you have everything to gain. Each time to meet with a so-called investor or potential partner, you learn news ways to make better presentation for your product.
Many of the people who want to come on board with you will turn out to be nothing but talkers. But how do you weed out the talkers? Well, it's hard. Some people can really talk a good game. They can deceive you as well.
But you see, life is a numbers game. In order to win, you have to play the numbers. You can't expect to meet one person with all the answers and money to help you. It would be too easy. And trust me, that one ideal person is lost in a sea of up-to-no-good people. Your job is to start going through those people immediately until to get to the one who really can help you.
And so, if you are not experiencing disappointments at some level, you are not making progress. Having said that, I think you should go to Florida to meet with the guy. And you might take the time to visit with your friend and enjoy the sunshine. Who knows, maybe you are due for a vacation. The guy may turn out to be what you are looking for or he may waste your time. Again, you just never know.
If you study the lives of the greats such as Thomas Edison, Albert Einstein and countless others, you will realize how touch it was for them starting out. They, too, had to go through the same challenges you are going through with your invention. But they never give up. They keep knocking on doors. If they didn’t, you would have never heard of their names.
I want to encourage you to never give up or be discouraged. You are much closer than you might imagine. Keep running the race. Keep meeting with people. Yes, others may think that you are crazy. They might even ridicule you behind your back. But do not let that deter you. Life only rewards those who deserve to be rewarded.
Dare to press on my friend and believe you can and you will!
Rene
In the last article I wrote, I said that if you and I are not failing, our chances of ever succeeding are slim to none. In life there are no guarantees. If everyone knew for a fact that a certain action would guarantee a certain result, more people would be willing to step out.
If I were you, I would definitely take the trip to Florida. After all, you have nothing to lose. In fact, you have everything to gain. Each time to meet with a so-called investor or potential partner, you learn news ways to make better presentation for your product.
Many of the people who want to come on board with you will turn out to be nothing but talkers. But how do you weed out the talkers? Well, it's hard. Some people can really talk a good game. They can deceive you as well.
But you see, life is a numbers game. In order to win, you have to play the numbers. You can't expect to meet one person with all the answers and money to help you. It would be too easy. And trust me, that one ideal person is lost in a sea of up-to-no-good people. Your job is to start going through those people immediately until to get to the one who really can help you.
And so, if you are not experiencing disappointments at some level, you are not making progress. Having said that, I think you should go to Florida to meet with the guy. And you might take the time to visit with your friend and enjoy the sunshine. Who knows, maybe you are due for a vacation. The guy may turn out to be what you are looking for or he may waste your time. Again, you just never know.
If you study the lives of the greats such as Thomas Edison, Albert Einstein and countless others, you will realize how touch it was for them starting out. They, too, had to go through the same challenges you are going through with your invention. But they never give up. They keep knocking on doors. If they didn’t, you would have never heard of their names.
I want to encourage you to never give up or be discouraged. You are much closer than you might imagine. Keep running the race. Keep meeting with people. Yes, others may think that you are crazy. They might even ridicule you behind your back. But do not let that deter you. Life only rewards those who deserve to be rewarded.
Dare to press on my friend and believe you can and you will!
Rene
Tuesday, March 28, 2006
Christian Speaker
Just for the records, I am a Christian speaker. Of course I don't preach when I am on the platform. After all, I get paid big money to boost morale in the corporate arena. I am sure the person writing the check would not appreciate me having church in their organization.
But what I mostly want to say is that I respect everyone's faith. Although it would be of great concerns to me if your belief is destructive to you and those around you. We are not here to make life miserable to anyone. Our job is to leave this place knowing we have made a positive contribution in other people's lives.
As a christian motivational speaker, I believe me must have compassion and humility. Those are the great characteristics of Christ. And so, I don't want to condemn anyone nor do I want anyone to condemn me. I don't want to appolize for my faith either.
It obvious no matter what our views are when it comes to religion, we inevitable will offend someone. I am sure someone will happen to come accross this and feel insulted. But intention is everything. It's not in my nature to offend others.
There you have it my friend. I just answer the question so many from all over are asking me. I am a Christian. And I aim to love all people regardless of their faith, backgrounds and color. Everyone has some basic goodness in him or her. Our first premise should always be to tap into that basic goodness.
Press on!
But what I mostly want to say is that I respect everyone's faith. Although it would be of great concerns to me if your belief is destructive to you and those around you. We are not here to make life miserable to anyone. Our job is to leave this place knowing we have made a positive contribution in other people's lives.
As a christian motivational speaker, I believe me must have compassion and humility. Those are the great characteristics of Christ. And so, I don't want to condemn anyone nor do I want anyone to condemn me. I don't want to appolize for my faith either.
It obvious no matter what our views are when it comes to religion, we inevitable will offend someone. I am sure someone will happen to come accross this and feel insulted. But intention is everything. It's not in my nature to offend others.
There you have it my friend. I just answer the question so many from all over are asking me. I am a Christian. And I aim to love all people regardless of their faith, backgrounds and color. Everyone has some basic goodness in him or her. Our first premise should always be to tap into that basic goodness.
Press on!
The Secret to Being Wildly Successful
Now, I am going to be brutally honest with you. If you are not enjoying some kind of success in your life, something is mighty wrong. Everyone has to be successful at something. It is in our nature to thrive.
My question to you is: Why aren't you successsful? What's stopping you?
If you don't know the answer, I guess I can help you figure it out. YOU are afraid. Fear is holding you back. Simply put, you are not taking enough risks. You have being playing it safe for too long. Every player, no matter what game they are in, knows that in order to score, they have risk being hurt.
So, decide right now that you are going to do something you are afraid of. And be willing to be hurt, disappointed and rejected. If fact, I want to congratulate you ahead of time. The very fact that you step out and do something that you are afraid of puts you in an elite group.
Go ahead, step out and dare to do what most people would not have the guts to do.
Well, my friend I just share with the secret to being wildly successful. Let me repeatly it for you so that you can really think about it. The secret is.... Take risks and do what you are afraid of.
Press on!
P.S. If you are still not sure what to do to get what you want, check out my book Kick Your Excuses Goodbye. It will be the biggest wake up call you will ever get in your life.
My question to you is: Why aren't you successsful? What's stopping you?
If you don't know the answer, I guess I can help you figure it out. YOU are afraid. Fear is holding you back. Simply put, you are not taking enough risks. You have being playing it safe for too long. Every player, no matter what game they are in, knows that in order to score, they have risk being hurt.
So, decide right now that you are going to do something you are afraid of. And be willing to be hurt, disappointed and rejected. If fact, I want to congratulate you ahead of time. The very fact that you step out and do something that you are afraid of puts you in an elite group.
Go ahead, step out and dare to do what most people would not have the guts to do.
Well, my friend I just share with the secret to being wildly successful. Let me repeatly it for you so that you can really think about it. The secret is.... Take risks and do what you are afraid of.
Press on!
P.S. If you are still not sure what to do to get what you want, check out my book Kick Your Excuses Goodbye. It will be the biggest wake up call you will ever get in your life.
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