Monday, November 16, 2009

Seven Keys to Success - Eric Van Maren


1. The value of hard work
- be prepared to work harder then your employees

2. Be passionate...love what you do

3. Make mistakes and learn from it
- don't make hasty decisions

4. Guard your reputation
- you spend a lifetime building a reputation but you can lose it quickly

5. Networking. Build your network.
- 5000 names in his contact
- use your contacts, ask for help

6. Hire smart people

7. Partnerships
- what does your partner bring to the table

*Known Knowns - lumber cost
*Unknown Known - snow removal
*Unknown Unknowns - CRISIS - exit strategies

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