The Niche Beat
Two Interviews with Shoestring Entrepreneurs
Charlie Rose American-born chef, Daniel Rose, now has a famous restaurant in Paris. During 20-minute interview, he reveals details of how he figured out his niche and went from a tiny space without heat and with one employee…himself… to new quarters and 16 employees. http://www.charlierose.com/guest/view/7710 http://www.springparis.fr/ Shahid Khan Billionaire auto parts manufacturer and pro sports team owner […]
The Black Russian by Vladimir Alexandrov
Princeton Professor Uncovers Lost History An unexpected sentence in a Russian memoir startled Princeton professor Vladimir Alexandrov. He decided to investigate the mention of a famous African American man living in Moscow. Intrigued, the professor of languages and literature had studied the history and culture of the era, but had never heard or read previously […]
Career Change after Injury or Illness
Karen G. Stone People sometimes pursue self-employment when health issues make it difficult to pursue their previous occupations. The following story also illustrates how a challenging circumstance can be the basis for meaningful productive work. The late author Karen G. Stone, an able-bodied photographer and marketing executive, […]
Inventor’s Skill Set
Avoiding the Major Pitfalls of Tinkering Many people are attracted to tinkering and possibly inventing the next million-dollar idea, but besides a strong desire to tinker, one needs the proper skill set, yet many people don’t have all the aptitudes. Watch product testing segments on America’s Test Kitchen, and from time to time you’ll see […]
Tinkering
History and Modern Trends for Aspiring Entrepreneurs Tinkering means figuring out solutions to problems in different ways whether it’s a physical thing or an idea, says author Alec Foege of The Tinkerers, The Amateurs, The DIY’ers, And Inventors Make America Great. Foegs talks about several topics, including the phenomenon of tinkering, the history behind successful […]
Native American Cartoonist Ricardo Cate’
Artist and humorist Ricardo Cate’ grew up on a reservation in New Mexico. Today he uses his talent and subtle biting wit to offer a cartoon series titled Without Reservations. Cate’s work reflects political and cultural insights using his heritage as a point of view. The artist recounts what inspired his style as a cartoonist. Learn […]
19 Inspirational Words for Aspiring Entrepreneurs
What Words Motivate You? Achieve Clarity Discovery Dream Horizon Lifestyle Options Planning Possibilities Progress Purpose Quest Research Resources Solutions Strategies Success Skills Dee Adams is the author of Finding Your Niche: Discover… https://nichecreativity.com/finding-your-niche-ebook/ Views: 28
Starting a Public Records Research Business
Not a Get Rich Quick Industry Private investigator Lynn Peterson discusses the difficult nature of getting into the business; myths and facts for would-be entrepreneurs considering starting a business in this area. In the books Super Searchers, Peterson chapter is entitled the craft of public records. Unless one plans to focus on sales and subcontract […]
Professional Football Player Becomes Novelist
Mark Bavaro How the tight end known for his fierceness on the field, combined childhood interests with adult experiences on the football field to create a new career as a novelist. http://www.nytimes.com/2008/10/08/sports/football/08fifth.html?pagewanted=print http://www.wirenh.com/home-mainmenu-1/25-literary-general/3162-a-warm-reception.html Views: 29