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Comment on Startup Right by Swinging for Singles by Tim @ An Entrepreneurial Life

Tim @ An Entrepreneurial Life — Fri, 19 Apr 2013 18:50:37 +0000

Bob,

This is excellent advice, and it mirrors my experience in building and growing a company. Having a successful startup is often a grind and requires a commitment to taking small steps that move you toward the bigger goal. And to your example of Facebook, their first goal was to have success at Harvard, not have one billion users.

…Tim

(I was encouraged by Chuck Matthews to check out this site – I have added it to my RSS feed).

Comment on Mastering the Favor Economy by Tyson Adams

Tyson Adams — Tue, 26 Feb 2013 03:47:46 +0000

Thanks Bob for the great article! This topic kind of reminds me of what we are doing right now with the ‘Share Economy’. http://www.forbes.com/sites/tomiogeron/2013/01/23/how-people-make-cash-in-the-share-economy/

I was also excited to read this because it reinforces my belief in giving away free consulting. I often find myself helping friends with web development strategies and never ask for anything. Its awesome when it comes back to you in return as well!

Comment on Mastering the Favor Economy by Brian LeCount

Brian LeCount — Mon, 25 Feb 2013 22:41:19 +0000

Great job, Bob! This is so easy to overlook and it takes constant effort. Thanks for the reminder!

Now, how can I help you? I know one answer and we are working on it!

Comment on Mastering the Favor Economy by Dudley Arbaugh

Dudley Arbaugh — Mon, 25 Feb 2013 20:40:22 +0000

Truly a good read. Thanks for sharing Bob!

In keeping with your sentiments I’m always willing to pass along a word, contact, etc.

Comment on Mastering the Favor Economy by Bill Cunningham

Bill Cunningham — Mon, 25 Feb 2013 15:53:05 +0000

Agree with Bob. A short note – just 2 or 3 lines – sets you apart from email thank-you’s which get ignored. And there is a bit of magic opening a hand addressed card vs. all the junk mail you get. I also use Post Cards as a way of connecting. I would send “Skyline Chili” cards back to the marketing folks at Apple in Cupertino when they did something nice for the ‘field’ and when I would visit them, the picture of a 5-way was tacked to their cube. Great way to keep their mindshare!

Comment on Mastering the Favor Economy by Bob Gilbreath

Bob Gilbreath — Mon, 25 Feb 2013 15:45:53 +0000

I think cards are great, Susan, and something I wished I had touched on. Whether it is a Hallmark, phone call or email that comes from the heart, specifically saying “thank you” is always the right way to go!

Comment on Mastering the Favor Economy by Susan Wenner Jackson

Susan Wenner Jackson — Mon, 25 Feb 2013 14:39:07 +0000

I see what you’re saying about gifts, but how do you feel about cards? I think they are a nice way to acknowledge a favor and show gratitude. But of course, a card itself is not a “favor,” per se.

Comment on Passion, Patience and Perseverance: The 3 P’s Essential for Entrepreneurial Success by E wealth Blueprint

E wealth Blueprint — Sat, 16 Feb 2013 08:32:35 +0000

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Comment on E-Capital Our Greatest Need by Bill Cunningham

Bill Cunningham — Mon, 11 Feb 2013 02:12:13 +0000

I think we have more than we had 10 years ago, and think that the more we have, the more we can do. I frequently note that Bill Gates, Steve Jobs and I were all born in 1955, but only one of us graduated from college (should I have taken another path? – probably not or I wouldn’t have landed in Cincinnati.) That being said, we can use all the talent we can get — and Venture for America brings passionate talent — they just happen to come in the form of recent grads from universities.

Comment on E-Capital Our Greatest Need by Karl Treier

Karl Treier — Mon, 11 Feb 2013 02:07:49 +0000

I don’t think e-capital is what is missing from Cincinnati, and while I don’t decry the value of a great education many of the worlds most successful entrepreneurs had very little formal education.