26 Nov, 2019

What Does It Means To Be The CEO Of Your Business

Michael Dermer2019-11-25T21:40:44-05:00

Like It or Not You Need To Be CEO

Whether you wanted the job or not, congratulations, […]

What Does It Means To Be The CEO Of Your BusinessMichael Dermer2019-11-25T21:40:44-05:00

25 Nov, 2019

You Are Always Being Watched, Make Use Of It

Michael Dermer2019-11-25T07:07:46-05:00

You Are Always On Stage

It’s quite common for the entrepreneur to wonder if anyone will ever […]

You Are Always Being Watched, Make Use Of ItMichael Dermer2019-11-25T07:07:46-05:00

22 Nov, 2019

How To Network As An Entrepreneur
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How To Network As An Entrepreneur

Michael Dermer2026-08-31T12:57:21-04:00

Networking For Entrepreneurs 101

A critical part of any business – particularly startups – is learning how to effectively […]

How To Network As An EntrepreneurMichael Dermer2026-08-31T12:57:21-04:00

21 Nov, 2019

Why Making Exceptions for the CEO Is Never A Good Idea

Michael Dermer2019-11-21T09:21:09-05:00

Avoid Doing This At All Costs

In the chaos of your venture, and when under the influence […]

Why Making Exceptions for the CEO Is Never A Good IdeaMichael Dermer2019-11-21T09:21:09-05:00

20 Nov, 2019

Always Make Decisions In The Best Interest Of The Business

Michael Dermer2019-11-19T21:11:57-05:00

Make Decisions in the Best Interest of the Business

It’s common to assume that everyone who is […]

Always Make Decisions In The Best Interest Of The BusinessMichael Dermer2019-11-19T21:11:57-05:00

6 Nov, 2019

Focusing On Specific Customer Is Better For The Business

Michael Dermer2019-11-06T07:17:58-05:00

Focus on specific customer and go deep

Pick a market and go after it. Debate with your team and advisors what that market should be. But once you decide […]

Focusing On Specific Customer Is Better For The BusinessMichael Dermer2019-11-06T07:17:58-05:00

5 Nov, 2019

If You Want To Succeed, Don’t Dismiss How Your Team Feels

Michael Dermer2019-11-03T20:39:20-05:00

Dismissing How Your Team Feels.

Everyone understands that entrepreneurial ventures don’t succeed, or exist, without hard work and dedication. But that doesn’t mean you can ignore the needs and […]

If You Want To Succeed, Don’t Dismiss How Your Team FeelsMichael Dermer2019-11-03T20:39:20-05:00

4 Nov, 2019

Do You Really Believe There Is No Competition?

Michael Dermer2019-11-03T20:18:08-05:00

Competition Is Everywhere

In this day and age no matter what your product or service is, you have competition. It may be across the street or it may be […]

Do You Really Believe There Is No Competition?Michael Dermer2019-11-03T20:18:08-05:00

31 Oct, 2019

Never Talk Catastrophe In A Startup No Matter How Bad It Gets

Michael Dermer2019-10-31T07:26:14-04:00

Do Not Say These Things Out Loud

In the chaos of your venture, and when under the influence of the daily pressure, passion, pleasure and pain you often find […]

Never Talk Catastrophe In A Startup No Matter How Bad It GetsMichael Dermer2019-10-31T07:26:14-04:00

30 Oct, 2019

How To Establish Core Values In a Startup

Michael Dermer2019-10-30T07:13:10-04:00

Developing Values

Core values are what support the vision, shape the culture and reflect what the company values. They are the essence of the company’s identity – the principles, […]

How To Establish Core Values In a StartupMichael Dermer2019-10-30T07:13:10-04:00

29 Oct, 2019

What Happens When You Feel Like You Have To Do Everything

Michael Dermer2024-07-25T06:26:02-04:00

Doing Everything Yourself Isn’t Dedication—It’s Bad Leadership

Most entrepreneurs feel that they have to do everything. We […]

What Happens When You Feel Like You Have To Do EverythingMichael Dermer2024-07-25T06:26:02-04:00

28 Oct, 2019

6 Techniques To Understanding Your Target Customer
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6 Techniques To Understanding Your Target Customer

Michael Dermer2024-10-11T03:18:03-04:00

Understanding Your Target Customer

Identifying your target market and your ideal customer is essential to creating a […]

6 Techniques To Understanding Your Target CustomerMichael Dermer2024-10-11T03:18:03-04:00

24 Oct, 2019

Understanding The Pricing Landscape Of Your Market
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Understanding The Pricing Landscape Of Your Market

Michael Dermer2026-08-31T12:57:38-04:00

Choosing Your Pricing Model

Figuring out the right pricing for your startup is a challenging, yet crucial, […]

Understanding The Pricing Landscape Of Your MarketMichael Dermer2026-08-31T12:57:38-04:00

23 Oct, 2019

How To Create A Positive Impression With a Buyer

Michael Dermer2024-09-03T05:15:48-04:00

How to Create A Different Perspective with a Buyer

How do you get a buyer to view […]

How To Create A Positive Impression With a BuyerMichael Dermer2024-09-03T05:15:48-04:00

21 Oct, 2019

6 Things Your Standard Sales Materials Must Have
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6 Things Your Standard Sales Materials Must Have

Michael Dermer2026-08-31T12:57:43-04:00

Build a Repeatable Sales Process and Materials

In the early stages of a business, you often have […]

6 Things Your Standard Sales Materials Must HaveMichael Dermer2026-08-31T12:57:43-04:00

17 Oct, 2019

Are You Confident Enough To Handle Objections?

Michael Dermer2019-10-17T07:23:49-04:00

The Art of Handling Objections

One of the greatest fears of the untrained salesperson is hearing objections […]

Are You Confident Enough To Handle Objections?Michael Dermer2019-10-17T07:23:49-04:00

16 Oct, 2019

How Do You Evaluate the Market For Your Startup

Michael Dermer2020-06-19T11:42:51-04:00

How Do You Evaluate the Market

There are many factors that go into this determination: the nature of the industry, established players, competitive solutions, pricing models, market influences, nature […]

How Do You Evaluate the Market For Your StartupMichael Dermer2020-06-19T11:42:51-04:00

15 Oct, 2019

Get Ahead by Using Tools to Stay Organized

Michael Dermer2019-10-13T09:51:05-04:00

Tools to Stay Organized

As entrepreneurs we often feel disorganized and as our business progresses, it becomes […]

Get Ahead by Using Tools to Stay OrganizedMichael Dermer2019-10-13T09:51:05-04:00

14 Oct, 2019

Main Inputs You Must Have As Part of Your Financial Plan

Michael Dermer2020-06-19T11:43:13-04:00

Main Inputs to Your Financial Plan

To create your financial statements, you need to project the major financial elements of the business. These financial projections include the following elements:

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Main Inputs You Must Have As Part of Your Financial PlanMichael Dermer2020-06-19T11:43:13-04:00

10 Oct, 2019

Importance of Knowing the Market For Your Startup

Michael Dermer2020-07-23T17:33:31-04:00

Know What Inning You’re In

As an entrepreneur, we think that the market […]

Importance of Knowing the Market For Your StartupMichael Dermer2020-07-23T17:33:31-04:00

9 Oct, 2019

How To Set Priorities As An Organization To Drive Success

Michael Dermer2019-10-08T16:10:41-04:00

Everything Can’t Be at The Top of The List

Most entrepreneurs are in a state of chaos. […]

How To Set Priorities As An Organization To Drive SuccessMichael Dermer2019-10-08T16:10:41-04:00

8 Oct, 2019

Implications of Having No Process In Your Company

Michael Dermer2019-10-06T16:14:29-04:00

Why Process is Necessary For Your Business To Grow

The entrepreneur has to move, and […]

Implications of Having No Process In Your CompanyMichael Dermer2019-10-06T16:14:29-04:00

7 Oct, 2019

Why Having an Operating Plan Is Crucial To Your Success

Michael Dermer2019-10-06T16:04:31-04:00

Why Do You Need an Operating Plan?

So why not just wing it? You’re moving fast. You don’t know what your assumptions should be. Heck you don’t even know […]

Why Having an Operating Plan Is Crucial To Your SuccessMichael Dermer2019-10-06T16:04:31-04:00

3 Oct, 2019

Don’t Let Your Needs Cloud Your Judgement

Michael Dermer2019-10-03T08:49:27-04:00

Your Clarity and Understanding Will Help You Make The Right Decisions

Entrepreneur to acknowledge that […]

Don’t Let Your Needs Cloud Your JudgementMichael Dermer2019-10-03T08:49:27-04:00

2 Oct, 2019

Make Progress Rather Than Spend Time Being Disappointed

Michael Dermer2019-10-02T07:39:52-04:00

No One Cares As Much As You Do

Being an entrepreneur is not a job, it’s an […]

Make Progress Rather Than Spend Time Being DisappointedMichael Dermer2019-10-02T07:39:52-04:00

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