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  1. Lakeview

    Diary of Opening A New Business

    NOTABLE! 
    This thread has been extremely informative. Get an idea based on needs, qualify it (numbers), test it, and act on it. Of course this thread goes into such great detail, but I think these are the key take away items. Thank you Jack for your posts.
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    To Those Who Procrastinate & Over Analyze

    MINDSET 
    There are two kinds of failure. The first comes from never trying out your ideas because you are afraid, or because you are waiting for the perfect time. This kind of failure you can never learn from, and such timidity will destroy you. The second kind comes from a bold and venturesome...
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    New here. Just want to introduce myself and buy someone lunch.

    INTRO 
    Chad - Welcome aboard! I hired many a salesman through my career and was never let down by the discipline and determination of an ex-military man. I want to thank you for your service and I'm certain you will find your training in line with becoming a successful businessman. As far as...
  4. Lakeview

    Help Please: What are Your Biggest Challenges?

    MINDSET 
    1. Sticking with the basics/one idea. I have a service idea I know will build a good business. I get distracted by all the potential expanded service offerings I could include. This has delayed me getting the process running. I have a lot of directions to pivot with this idea if one part...
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    Seeking mentor. Advice?

    PEOPLE 
    @TopChef provided good advice. Consider becoming an apprentice for the business you feel attracted to. Seek out a mentor that is a master at the craft you want to learn. Work for him, even if the pay is low, as someone paying you for such an education is invaluable. Your goal is to to learn...
  6. Lakeview

    What is the most profitable B2B Service anyone can start selling?

    YOU!!! - What you can provide that is of value to them. What are you good at or what you can provide that will fulfill a need or solve a problem?
  7. Lakeview

    Can I Help YOU?

    HOT! 
    I clicked on Lennon poster and did not see categories. I thought all that was available was on home page until I looked at other posters. I would make the categories easier to find.
  8. Lakeview

    Make a Million - 9 Ways

    FUNNY 
    Wow, your right! I assumed something he didn't say. Guess I never thought he would be that far out there. Thanks!
  9. Lakeview

    17 year old almost out of high school, uncertain future

    INTRO 
    Look how far you have come in 17 years. You have learned a lot, right? You evolved to where you are now through guidance and choices you have made. College is not for everyone but growing as a person is up to you. Choose wisely who you hang with. Self study...read! Consider the following: -...
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    Make a Million - 9 Ways

    FUNNY 
    Not sure on your math: $2,000 X 40 = $80,000 Now figure in the compound interest (taken from Compound interest table) 8% return for 40 years is factor of 259.06 so; 259.06 X $2,000 = $518,120 a 10% return would bump it to $885,180. after 30 years at 8% it would be 164.49 X $2,000 = $328,980...
  11. Lakeview

    Diary of Opening A New Business

    NOTABLE! 
    That's me except the bored part and the last sentence. That is the basis of my business model. Really intrigued with what you are doing. Just read this from first post. Thinking I might change my business model to get a similar jump start. Thank you for such good stuff.
  12. Lakeview

    Houston Meetup

    MEETUPS 
    Noon at H&H is good for me. Map: http://hubbellandhudson.com/hours-and-directions_zoom.html
  13. Lakeview

    My Experience at this Forum and this Community

    PEOPLE 
    I agree, very good stuff learned here as well as positive support on "getting 'er done." @AroundTheWorld - I'm new here but have learned so much from your past contributions. Thank you and welcome back!
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    Men's Lifestyle Podcast accepted by iTunes and is NOW LIVE!

    Congrats Andrew! Guys on here should really check this out. Thanks for providing such quality content.
  15. Lakeview

    The "New" Fastlane Forum

    @MJ DeMarco I've been researching the differences between vbulletin and Xen. I appreciate your feedback on your experiences. I'm starting a new forum and think I'll go with Xen. Let me know if you have an affiliate link.
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    A letter to MJ, my friends, fans and family... and my enemies...

    HOT! 
    I'm sorry you have such hate. I hope you come to enjoy the world for what it is instead of how you presently perceive it to be.
  17. Lakeview

    VBulletin vs IPS vs other forum provider?

    WEB/DIGITAL 
    Looking into forum software. Any new opinions/experiences on XenForo and the vBulletin 5 Connect? I would like to start with something that I can grow with and I'm not excited about some of the problems with upgrading VBulletin. If there is another thread on this, and I've missed it, please...
  18. Lakeview

    [Introduction] Teach a man how to fish...

    Welcome to the forum. You seem to have an ability to write. I bet, between your experiences, your parents (and some fictional drama) you could write a pretty good book as time allows. Best to you and your future!
  19. Lakeview

    Are You Driving a Fastlane ... or Riding It?

    GOLD! MINDSET 
    Build a company that is sustainable and then it will become profitable. To go even further, to the degree it sustains establishes it's value and ultimately....profitability!
  20. Lakeview

    College Business Question

    So who is your target audience? What is your value to them? Is it so valuable to them they would be willing to pay for it? Answer these questions first before starting anything.
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