Growth & Leadership
SXSW, My Review
I’m back from Austin and while I definitely have enough catchup work to keep me busy, I thought I’d post a quick review since it was my first time at the conference.
First, I finally got to meet a lot of people in person that I’ve known for years… Patrick O’Keefe, Chrispian Burks, Jeremy Wright, Aaron [...]
Business 101
Starbucks just recently opened their first store in our city. There are mixed feelings — a lot of people said that it will stifle local business. Others were excited to see the major chain here so they could get their Venti Caramel Latte fix. I was mixed. I’m not a huge fan of Starbucks coffee, [...]
On building relationships…
If you want to be successful in business, learn how to build relationships.
Don’t worry, it’s not hard. “Networking” and building relationships is as easy as sending a birthday card or referring someone business. It comes down to one principle: Think of how you can help them, not how they can help you.
It’s really that simple. [...]
Sold one business, purchased another…
If you read my last post you know I recently sold my web development company and went to work full-time for Brant Kelsey Design as a consultant, web developer and account manager.
Well, if you know me at all you know I’ve been a partner in an e-commerce company, 2BigFeet.com, since late 1999. I just bought [...]
Career and Life Changes
I’ve recently sold my web development business, EleyTech, and have joined the acquiring firm. I am now an account manager, consultant and web developer at Brant Kelsey Design. It’s an exciting and interesting story.
A few months ago, I came across a help-wanted ad on a competitor’s website. I have thoroughly enjoyed owning a small web [...]
