I’ve always been on the adventurous side, so when a friend wanted to go horseback riding, I was eager to give it a try. Wouldn’t you know it, I was given the biggest horse, and he was also the most cantankerous horse I had ever seen. Carefully mounting from the side, I swung into the saddle, and we were off. I tried to guide him with the reins, but either he got his wires crossed or I did, and he kept walking into bushes on the trail. After a few times of this, my horse decided that enough was...

When I was working in multi-level marketing, one idea that was continually brought up by our lead person was the term “fire your boss.” The idea of course, was when you hit the big time in multi-level marketing, you could tell the boss to take a hike, and continue creating a good income on your own.

I’ll have to admit that this was an attractive option, and I not only wanted to tell the boss I quit, but suggest he buy a one-way ticket out of town. Though the idea is attractive, it’s...

I’ve blogged in the past about the importance of having a mentor when you’re starting your own business. You want to have a mentor who has had similar experiences, and can give you an honest answer about the highs and lows you’re likely to face.

Since you’re just getting started, you probably have a tight budget, and the cost of a mentor can derail your finances. Luckily, most online mentors offer free information and tips on their websites. Let’s look at three ways you can...