Category Archives: Words of Wisdom

Golden Nuggets from an Entrepreneur Coach

Posted on December 6, 2010 by Laura Waage

Have you ever wanted to get the inside scoop from an entrepreneur coach? Laura Waage was interviewed on High Velocity Radio, in Atlanta, GA where she shared tips, tools and strategies for entrepreneurial success. There’s some priceless nuggets in this … Continue reading →

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3 Keys to Keeping Goals in Front of You and Obstacles Behind You

Posted on November 22, 2010 by Laura Waage

“Obstacles are things a person sees when he takes his eyes off his goal.” ~ E. Joseph Cossman, Entrepreneur Laser focus is an essential component of an entrepreneur’s success. Without clearly defined goals, a written plan to support those goals, … Continue reading →

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If it was good enough for Aristotle, it’s good enough for me!

Posted on October 28, 2010 by Laura Waage

“We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is not an act, but a habit.” ~ Aristotle What are your daily habits? Do those habits serve you or sabotage you? Each habit, and each choice, takes us in one of … Continue reading →

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Are You Proactive or Reactive?

Posted on October 21, 2010 by Laura Waage

“In the absence of clearly defined goals, we become strangely loyal to performing daily trivia until ultimately we become enslaved by it.” ~ Robert Heinlein The truth in this quote can often mean the difference between success or failure for … Continue reading →

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Words of Wisdom from Dr. Seuss

Posted on October 14, 2010 by Laura Waage

“Today is your day! Your mountain is waiting. So… get on your way.” ~ Dr. Seuss Dr. Seuss’ wisdom goes far beyond the quirky childhood books that it appeared in. This particular quote has always resonated with me because its … Continue reading →

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Sage Business Advice from Jimmy Dean

Posted on October 7, 2010 by Laura Waage

“I can’t change the direction of the wind, but I can adjust my sails to always reach my destination.” ~ Jimmy Dean As entrepreneurs, we’ve all experienced times when things don’t go according to plan. The real proof of character … Continue reading →

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What does T. Harv Eker have in common with an oak tree?

Posted on September 30, 2010 by Laura Waage

“If a hundred-foot oak tree had the mind of a human, it would only grow to be 10 feet tall!” ~ T. Harv Eker Today’s Thursday Thought for the Entrepreneur is a great reminder of the importance of THINKING BIG! … Continue reading →

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Time Management Lessons from Peter Drucker

Posted on September 23, 2010 by Laura Waage

“You cannot manage time, you can only manage yourself.” – Peter Drucker Time is a precious commodity – it cannot be saved, it can only be spent wisely. As entrepreneurs, it’s important to assess the value of everything we do … Continue reading →

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Failure? Or One Step Closer to Success?

Posted on September 16, 2010 by Laura Waage

“I haven’t failed, I’ve found 10,000 ways that don’t work.” ~Thomas Edison The lifetime of examples provided by Thomas Edison has taught me that there is no such thing as failure. Each unsuccessful attempt is simply a step closer to … Continue reading →

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What Does it Take to be Successful?

Posted on September 9, 2010 by Laura Waage

“Success is dependent on effort.” ~ Sophocles This message is not new… most of us have heard a version of it since childhood! The way my parents put it >>> we get out what we put in! But nowhere does … Continue reading →

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