Oct 7, 2014 | Real Estate
I had a great mentor who taught me some secrets to screening bad tenants. Early is my real estate investing career, my mentor asked me to come on a ride with him to visit a potential tenants current apartment to sign rental application. I was wondering why he was...
Oct 6, 2014 | Business Blogs
One of the things I like about being an entrepreneur and small business owner is the opportunities I have to invest in people at the beginning of something. I’m currently in the middle of starting up a company and find that I enjoy working with those early into their...
Oct 5, 2014 | Kingdom Impact
Guest blogger, Amanda Benton. Amanda came on staff with us recently, and had the unique experience of working in the exact same area and with the exact same people as Tricord Global, one of my non-profits. Her three months in Malawi left her with some insight into...
Sep 8, 2014 | Business Blogs
Last week in honor of Labor Day I shared some thoughts on rest and work/life balance for the entrepreneur. We all need to make sure we give ourselves that chance to kick back, get with our loved ones, and do something that gives us life and energy. Physical rest and...
Sep 7, 2014 | Kingdom Impact
Social impact is something I care deeply about. Some of you know that I founded a non-profit called Tricord. My partner David Briggs summed up the heart of Tricord in what I think is a beautiful blog. He writes about three strategies we use at Tricord. Please check...
Aug 18, 2014 | Business Blogs
Have you ever heard of the word hubris? It’s not one we use very often, but understanding the definition of hubris will make you a more considerate and dynamic entrepreneur. Hubris: a great or foolish amount of pride or confidence; exaggerated pride or...
Aug 12, 2014 | Kingdom Impact
Social Impact Investing, The Transforming Power of a Strategy David Briggs, my partner and Co Founder is our guest blogger this week. I very much respect his passion to serve the poor. You can find the whole article here. “I am constantly amazed at the lessons I...
Aug 11, 2014 | Business Blogs
After people (investors) ask, “What’s your idea?” they ask, “Who is this for?” I am currently in the middle of establishing a non-profit and have been struggling to define my target market to others. I have a concrete idea in my mind, but conveying that to others is...
Jul 28, 2014 | Business Blogs
No matter where you are on the journey to becoming a successful entrepreneur, I believe the following are some good habits to keep in mind. As you build your business and watch your dream become a reality, these disciplines will help you stay on track. 1. Be an...
