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Image via Wikipedia I’ve spent a lot of time this week shaping and articulating entrepreneurial companies.  We have searched for the “vein of gold” as Julia Cameron refers to it – for what sets a company apart and fills an unmet market need. We have approached it by asking what really turns on the entrepreneur [...]

Image via Wikipedia There was debate amongst Chicago art dealers that included those still in business and some no longer open as to how to price art in this economy.  According to the article in the Sunday Trib, the camps were divided into: the artists have earned their provenance and deserve their prices vs I’m [...]

Image via Wikipedia Why aren’t we as entrepreneurs, small business owners and professionals talking about the Entrepreneurial Bubble? Most of us are almost paying our bills – and in this economy break even is a good thing.  Our entrepreneurial sector is NOT FAILING.  It is just that our rate bubble has popped. The mode of [...]

Image via Wikipedia There’s been much made of the state of the economy, and for pretty good reason – it’s scary out there.  But there are some benefits to the situation for the entrepreneur or freelancer. Companies and corporations are cutting back. Yet,  there are certain things they can’t do without.  For the freelance consultant, [...]

Image via Wikipedia The Big Ooga is a Chicago networking group and business community filled with accomplished entrepreneurs and small business owners.  What is our definition of accomplished?  Professionals that are already loved by their clients; experts who have an excellent track record; people who go that extra mile; and in our case, people with [...]

Image via Wikipedia There is no question that Facebook is good for small business marketing.  But sometimes the best way to get your foot in the door is through your own face…..book.   In the old days if you wanted to visit friends and associates you’d have to call them and get their permission.  Nowadays, you [...]