Posted by JuJuan Buford @JSBUFORD Video / Audio Episode A quick summary of the lessons I would impart to myself 20 years ago. **Hard Work Without Immediate Pay:** In the beginning stages of a business, you may have to put in a lot of work without seeing immediate financial rewards…

Posted by JuJuan Buford @JSBUFORD Important Questions Entrepreneurs Need to Be Able to Answer Every Year, Month, Week, & Day… Especially When Starting the Month! What is my Masterpiece Goal? The thing that will make the BIGGEST Difference? Me: Gold Executive Director. Because of the leader, it will force me to become. Because of the growth, it will force me to experience. Because of the resources it will put at…

Posted by JuJuan Buford @JSBUFORD In the ever-evolving landscape of business and professional relationships, one thing remains clear: valuable partnerships are the lifeblood of success. But how can you ensure that you attract the right partners when you need them? The answer lies in proactive recruitment and visionary networking. In…

Posted by JuJuan Buford @JSBUFORD Conflict is an inevitable part of life, especially in the world of business. However, what sets successful businesses and professionals apart is their ability to resolve conflicts effectively and, even better, to prevent them from arising in the first place. Through my years of experience…

Posted by JuJuan Buford @JSBUFORD Who is determining your priorities? Is it the television set? Social media? Do you find yourself unconsciously checking your Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, etc., etc., pages compulsively? Are your worries: bills, your boss, conflict-ridden relationships, haters, or the latest batch of constantly negative news……? When you…

Posted by JuJuan Buford @JSBUFORD Audio Version of Article I wrapped up an onboarding meeting with a new business partner recently, and I found the ensuing conversation we had beyond fascinating. It was her first attempt at starting an entrepreneurial endeavor, or to be more accurate it was her first…

JuJuan Buford @jsbuford Courage is not the absence of fear. Absent fear there is no courage. It’s feeling the discomfort and proceeding anyway. It’s about being able to execute anyway. Stop waiting for the perfect moment, because it’s not coming. Build it anyway. #businesstips #businessdevelopment #nextoppsocial #entrepreneurship #catchjsbuford

Posted by JuJuan Buford @JSBUFORD A couple of common mistakes entrepreneurs make when setting goals, and suggestions to get better at the goal setting and achieving process. #1. Setting goals without a goal achievement plan is like throwing up a prayer, absent the works behind it. …

Posted by JuJuan Buford @JSBUFORD AUDIO VIDEO VERSION — http://bit.ly/microsattractretaintalent Talent is Not Tantamount to Leadership Nine times out of ten, if you’ve made the transition from a highly accomplished, overachieving professional to an entrepreneur, you may be overconfident in your own ability. In traditional work environments being exceptionally competent or having an invaluable skill set…