Comments for Rich Christiansen - Parallel Entrepreneur http://www.richchristiansen.com Management Metaphores - Starting a Business Mon, 12 May 2008 04:35:17 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.5 Comment on Parable of The Peach Tree by Embracing Failure | Entrepreneurship, Bootstrapping A Business, Bootstrap Business, Start A Business | BootstrapBusiness.org http://www.richchristiansen.com/2007_09_02_parable-of-the-peach-tree.html#comment-384 Thu, 13 Dec 2007 16:53:53 +0000 http://www.richchristiansen.com/2007_09_02_parable-of-the-peach-tree.html#comment-384 [...] Long story short? Don’t come out of any situation empty handed, whether it be a success or a failure. Make your failures work for you. (No Ratings Yet)  Loading ... [...] […] Long story short? Don’t come out of any situation empty handed, whether it be a success or a failure. Make your failures work for you. (No Ratings Yet)  Loading … […]

]]> Comment on Laurel Christiansen Scholarship by Higher Power Purpose | Entrepreneurship, Bootstrapping A Business, Bootstrap Business, Start A Business | BootstrapBusiness.org http://www.richchristiansen.com/2007_05_22_laurel-christiansen-scholarship.html#comment-223 Tue, 20 Nov 2007 22:00:46 +0000 http://www.richchristiansen.com/2007_05_22_laurel-christiansen-scholarship.html#comment-223 [...] As the wreaths and the red and green lights go up around the office, I am reminded of a section of the book entitled,  A Higher Power Purpose.  Niether Rich nor Ron wanted to include a long lecture on the joys of giving, but powerful personal experiences led to a section detailing their feelings about the connection between entreprenurialism and generosity.  It’s just a few hundred words, encouraging entrepreneurs to have a higher purpose for success.  Yes, money and freedom are key aspects of building your own business, and, in many ways, measures of success.  But what about the freedom to use some of your resources for projects and causes that matter to you?  Rich is passionate about the Himalayas, and has found a lot of joy in finding ways to help children in Nepal receive educational materials.  Among the rewards that Rich and Ron have listed for themselves down the road is opening a formal philanthropic company designed to heighten their efforts in Nepal.  Entrepreneurship can be hard work.  If your only end goal is to further yourself and your bank account, it’s easier to say, “I think I’ll let this one go,” or, “I think it’s time for bed.  I’ll try and hit this goal tomorrow.”  Find a cause that inspires you, that will motivate you to work towards that next level of success- and then be true to your intentions.  This principle is not limited to Christmastime, but wouldn’t it be a great time to start? (No Ratings Yet)  Loading ... [...] […] As the wreaths and the red and green lights go up around the office, I am reminded of a section of the book entitled,  A Higher Power Purpose.  Niether Rich nor Ron wanted to include a long lecture on the joys of giving, but powerful personal experiences led to a section detailing their feelings about the connection between entreprenurialism and generosity.  It’s just a few hundred words, encouraging entrepreneurs to have a higher purpose for success.  Yes, money and freedom are key aspects of building your own business, and, in many ways, measures of success.  But what about the freedom to use some of your resources for projects and causes that matter to you?  Rich is passionate about the Himalayas, and has found a lot of joy in finding ways to help children in Nepal receive educational materials.  Among the rewards that Rich and Ron have listed for themselves down the road is opening a formal philanthropic company designed to heighten their efforts in Nepal.  Entrepreneurship can be hard work.  If your only end goal is to further yourself and your bank account, it’s easier to say, “I think I’ll let this one go,” or, “I think it’s time for bed.  I’ll try and hit this goal tomorrow.”  Find a cause that inspires you, that will motivate you to work towards that next level of success- and then be true to your intentions.  This principle is not limited to Christmastime, but wouldn’t it be a great time to start? (No Ratings Yet)  Loading … […]

]]> Comment on Dog’s Can’t Read by Rich Christiansen http://www.richchristiansen.com/2007_09_16_dogs-cant-read.html#comment-164 Sat, 29 Sep 2007 21:54:52 +0000 http://www.richchristiansen.com/2007_09_16_dogs-cant-read.html#comment-164 [...] Well, the Dog Sign Saga continues in our neighborhood. What high brow entertainment this is becoming. [...] […] Well, the Dog Sign Saga continues in our neighborhood. What high brow entertainment this is becoming. […]

]]> Comment on Out Of The Way by Rich Christiansen http://www.richchristiansen.com/2007_05_11_out-of-the-way.html#comment-163 Sat, 29 Sep 2007 21:48:24 +0000 http://www.richchristiansen.com/2007_05_11_out-of-the-way.html#comment-163 [...] I could not help but feel a very strong sense of pride in my son as he stepped forward, held his trumpet high and bellowed out a solo he had been assigned. I knew how cold his fingers had to be but he lifted his horn acting as if the sun was shining and blew like the entire city had come to hear him play. I must admit I had a few tears come to my eyes knowing the sacrifices he had made and his willingness to do the hard things. [...] […] I could not help but feel a very strong sense of pride in my son as he stepped forward, held his trumpet high and bellowed out a solo he had been assigned. I knew how cold his fingers had to be but he lifted his horn acting as if the sun was shining and blew like the entire city had come to hear him play. I must admit I had a few tears come to my eyes knowing the sacrifices he had made and his willingness to do the hard things. […]

]]> Comment on A Full Red Moon by Entrepreneurship » Entrepreneurship September 3, 2007 12:02 am http://www.richchristiansen.com/2007_09_02_a-full-red-moon.html#comment-156 Mon, 03 Sep 2007 04:05:38 +0000 http://www.richchristiansen.com/2007_09_02_a-full-red-moon.html#comment-156 [...] A Full Red Moon I drew the parallel that in entrepreneurship there are also lunar eclipses that are rare and if you plan on seeing them and benefiting from them, you have to be willing to make extreme sacrifices. This often involves waking up at 4 … [...] […] A Full Red Moon I drew the parallel that in entrepreneurship there are also lunar eclipses that are rare and if you plan on seeing them and benefiting from them, you have to be willing to make extreme sacrifices. This often involves waking up at 4 … […]

]]> Comment on Entrepreneurial Patience and Fishing for Brook Trout by Entrepreneurship Blog : BootstrapBusiness.org » Blog Archive » Act Big, Behave Small http://www.richchristiansen.com/2007_07_03_entrepreneurial-patience-and-fishing-for-brook-trout.html#comment-148 Tue, 07 Aug 2007 15:33:27 +0000 http://www.richchristiansen.com/2007_07_03_entrepreneurial-patience-and-fishing-for-brook-trout.html#comment-148 [...] I read a post last week from the Young Entrepreneur that went along perfectly with a chapter we just finished up!  The chapter is called, “Act Big, Behave Small.”  When you’re just starting your business, it’s absolutely essential to conserve your resources and do what you can to cut costs (behaving small).   However, just as important as it is to keep expenses to a minimum, it is just as vital to show clients that you are stable, competent, professional and reliable (acting big!).  There are plenty of ways to Act Big.  Make sure that you have a professional sounding phone system.  So what if you only have two employees, or NO employees!  Record a menu with options.  When people call your number, they should reach a recording that makes you look like you have an office building full of people somewhere.  Build an awesome website.  Anyone can do this these days.  It doesn’t have to cost a lot of money to create something professional and SEO friendly.  Never, never, beg for contracts.  Even when you’re taking phone calls in your basement and working on the weekends to try and keep yourself afloat, learn to play hard to get.  Don’t be overly confident, but be honest, and trust in the quality of your services. [...] […] I read a post last week from the Young Entrepreneur that went along perfectly with a chapter we just finished up!  The chapter is called, “Act Big, Behave Small.”  When you’re just starting your business, it’s absolutely essential to conserve your resources and do what you can to cut costs (behaving small).   However, just as important as it is to keep expenses to a minimum, it is just as vital to show clients that you are stable, competent, professional and reliable (acting big!).  There are plenty of ways to Act Big.  Make sure that you have a professional sounding phone system.  So what if you only have two employees, or NO employees!  Record a menu with options.  When people call your number, they should reach a recording that makes you look like you have an office building full of people somewhere.  Build an awesome website.  Anyone can do this these days.  It doesn’t have to cost a lot of money to create something professional and SEO friendly.  Never, never, beg for contracts.  Even when you’re taking phone calls in your basement and working on the weekends to try and keep yourself afloat, learn to play hard to get.  Don’t be overly confident, but be honest, and trust in the quality of your services. […]

]]> Comment on Laurel Christiansen Scholarship by William F. Owens http://www.richchristiansen.com/2007_05_22_laurel-christiansen-scholarship.html#comment-143 Fri, 20 Jul 2007 10:32:29 +0000 http://www.richchristiansen.com/2007_05_22_laurel-christiansen-scholarship.html#comment-143 <strong>Park_Ward...</strong> Ana of Portugal Tommy Wang Day of Radiance Mishra (Magic: The Gathering) William Haggard Internal waves Eugene Victor Tooms Daisuki da yo. Nidhi Razdan William F. Owens ... Park_Ward…

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]]> Comment on Laurel Christiansen Scholarship by Abundance Mentality | BootstrapBusiness.org : Blog http://www.richchristiansen.com/2007_05_22_laurel-christiansen-scholarship.html#comment-141 Mon, 09 Jul 2007 17:28:00 +0000 http://www.richchristiansen.com/2007_05_22_laurel-christiansen-scholarship.html#comment-141 [...] And finally, the one sure remedy we know: Give. Philanthropy is the surest way to release yourself from unnecessary panic and start to feel part of the world again. We don’t know why this works, but it does. If you begin to look for opportunities to give something back, we promise that karma will turn around and pat you on the back. Maybe it’s just the universe’s way of making sure the good guys win one once in awhile, but giving is a surefire cure to your scarcity mentality. [...] […] And finally, the one sure remedy we know: Give. Philanthropy is the surest way to release yourself from unnecessary panic and start to feel part of the world again. We don’t know why this works, but it does. If you begin to look for opportunities to give something back, we promise that karma will turn around and pat you on the back. Maybe it’s just the universe’s way of making sure the good guys win one once in awhile, but giving is a surefire cure to your scarcity mentality. […]

]]> Comment on Ropes Course - Walking the Vine by Abundance Mentality | BootstrapBusiness.org : Blog http://www.richchristiansen.com/2007_06_07_ropes-course-walking-the-vine.html#comment-140 Mon, 09 Jul 2007 17:26:21 +0000 http://www.richchristiansen.com/2007_06_07_ropes-course-walking-the-vine.html#comment-140 [...] As you maneuver your way through business ventures, you may fluctuate between abundance and scarcity mentalities. You need to learn the warning signs, and be able to take applicable action to ensure your happiness, sanity, and success. [...] […] As you maneuver your way through business ventures, you may fluctuate between abundance and scarcity mentalities. You need to learn the warning signs, and be able to take applicable action to ensure your happiness, sanity, and success. […]

]]> Comment on Entrepreneurial Patience and Fishing for Brook Trout by My Own Little Mountain Metaphor | BootstrapBusiness.org http://www.richchristiansen.com/2007_07_03_entrepreneurial-patience-and-fishing-for-brook-trout.html#comment-139 Thu, 05 Jul 2007 17:20:15 +0000 http://www.richchristiansen.com/2007_07_03_entrepreneurial-patience-and-fishing-for-brook-trout.html#comment-139 [...] In a chapter entitled, Climb High, Sleep Low, Rich talks about his time hiking in Nepal with his family.  He learned that in climbing the worlds highest peaks, you can&#8217;t gain over a thousand feet of altitude a day.  If you sleep more than a thousand feet higher than you did the night before, you risk some serious damage to your brain and body.  Although the big goal of the expedition is to get to the top, the most important aspect of any climb is the pacing. [...] […] In a chapter entitled, Climb High, Sleep Low, Rich talks about his time hiking in Nepal with his family.  He learned that in climbing the worlds highest peaks, you can’t gain over a thousand feet of altitude a day.  If you sleep more than a thousand feet higher than you did the night before, you risk some serious damage to your brain and body.  Although the big goal of the expedition is to get to the top, the most important aspect of any climb is the pacing. […]

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