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Lesson #5: Success Comes Hand in Hand with Sacrifice
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| Many entrepreneurs are wooed into owning their own business and working for themselves because of the flexibility and freedom they anticipate going along with that. But, being an entrepreneur does not always mean being able to set your own hours, or being able to be home when you want to, or taking vacations at a moment’s notice. As Ray has come to learn, being an entrepreneur can still mean long hours at the hands of others. But for her, it is work well worth it. |
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Head Hotelier in the Making: The Early Years of Isadore “Issy” Sharp
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| He was just 29 years old when he launched what has become the internationally successful Four Seasons luxury hotel chain. Today, Isadore “Issy” Sharp is recognized as one of Canada’s most successful businessmen, having been inducted into the Canadian Business Hall of Fame and made an Officer of the Order of Canada. Consistently ranked among the best hotels in the world, the Four Seasons earns annual revenues in excess of $200 million. That is no small achievement for a man who knew little stability as a boy, moving 15 times in his first 16 years. |
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Lesson #5: Find Your Comparative Advantage and Step Beyond the Standard
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| It is one of the Four Seasons’ greatest ironies that despite its tremendous success as one of the world’s premier luxury hospitality companies, it actually owns very few hotels. One of the most important decisions Sharp made early on in the life of the Four Seasons was that he wanted to create a unique business model; he wanted his company to be principally occupied with management, instead of ownership of its hotels. |
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10 Steps to a Stress-Free Holiday
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| Shift into action and get things done, then sit back, relax, and enjoy the holiday season. Get clear on what is most important, know what you need to do, what you need to buy, and what you want to create this holiday season. Take these steps to a stress-free and joyful holiday. |
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Holiday Craziness Leave No Time for Thankfulness?
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| We are quickly headed towards the hustle and bustle of “The Holiday Season”. With the holiday right around the corner and the to-do list mounting… how will YOU find time to be THANKFUL?
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Labor Day…Just Another Holiday?
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| Every year, near the end of August, many prepare for the federal holiday of Labor Day on the first Monday of September. A lot of people consider Labor Day the close of summer. Many look forward to the last summer barbeque, time spent with family and friends, and also the Labor Day sales! Interestingly, the origins of the Labor Day holiday are not always discussed. In this edition of Astronology we will crack open the history books to discover the origins of the federal holiday of Labor Day. |
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Autumn Tips For Small Business Owners
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| If you enjoy the changing seasons you should enjoy the changing business environment. If you look for growth in your small business think about how you created your garden and how your plants and trees flourished after your tended to them. Think of the seasons as a way to Spring clean, think of the slow times in your business as a time to put your office in order. |
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Are Holiday Cards Worth The Effort?
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| During the holiday season, one question that many small business owners ask is, “Are holiday cards worth the effort?” |
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Holiday nanny
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| Nicky Grant started her Holiday Nanny business after needing a babysitter on holiday. Just over three years later, she has won awards and is going global. |
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10 Tips for Coping with Holiday Stress
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| Even though the holidays are an exciting time of year, they can also be a burden. Many people feel a great amount of stress, anxiety, and worry while trying to create the perfect holiday. Learning skills for coping with holiday stress can make a big difference. These coping skills can be useful whether you’re dealing with a major stressor or things on a smaller scale. The ability to cope with holiday stress will help you to enjoy the season and all of the treasures it brings. |
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Creating The Perfect Holiday PR Pitch: Tapping Into The Billion $ Spending Season
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| The holiday season represents a huge opportunity when in comes to selling your product or service. According to the National Retail Federation, “in 2010, holiday sales increased 5.2% to $452.9 billion. And that’s just retail. Just about any business or service can utilize the holidays to boost sales. We generally think of the season boosting sales of clothing, jewelry or electronics, which it does, but those are just the obvious ones. If you’re in the FBI or CIA, you might have some trouble developing a holiday pitch, but generally there is going to be a way that you can pitch your business, product or service during the holiday season. |
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