from daveramsey.com on 4/2/2013
How do you create this kind of culture, especially if you've already been in business for a number of years and have gone down the traditional business-as-usual route? Here are some ideas.
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from daveramsey.com on 3/29/2013
"Persistence pays off. Sometimes we have to make ourselves do things we're not comfortable doing to overcome an obstacle," said EntreLeader Joel Denny. He shares more of his leadership advice from the trenches.
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from daveramsey.com on 3/29/2013
Missouri EntreLeader Amanda Stone shares her leadership tips.
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from daveramsey.com on 2/20/2013
Entertainment aside, EntreLeaders can learn a lot from Oscar-nominated films. Here are a few lessons from this year's crop of nominees.
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from daveramsey.com on 1/31/2013
Have you noticed that there are some business owners out there who just seem to get it right? Discover that magic formula that makes them so blessed while others continue to struggle.
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from daveramsey.com on 1/24/2013
One comment sent Lisa Earle McLeod on a six-year journey interviewing salespeople all over the world to find out if a sense of purpose is the one element that made a difference. Recently, she sat down with EntreLeadership Podcast host Chris LoCurto to talk about the study and her book based on her findings.
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from daveramsey.com on 12/12/2012
Several years ago, Dave had the honor of meeting Zig Ziglar and interviewing him. Their conversation included several life and business lessons from Zig, which we are sharing with you today in memory of this great man who never had a bad day.
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from daveramsey.com on 10/26/2012
Alabama businessman Jeremy Carver shares his hard-earned lessons.
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from daveramsey.com on 10/26/2012
Inspiring a team to follow you is not about the money or tight control. It's about leadership. Here are five guiding principles that some of the best of the best live by.
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from daveramsey.com on 10/19/2012
Lee Wilhite, Executive Vice President at Masterworks, sees his career as more than a J-O-B. He shares some of his most valuable business lessons, including many that will help you better relate with your team.
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from daveramsey.com on 10/12/2012
Apply the Golden Rule in business with these 4 practical ways to build a company you can be proud of.
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from daveramsey.com on 10/12/2012
Got so many ideas and don't know where to start? Jon Acuff addresses how business entrepreneurs can overcome fear of being wrong.
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from daveramsey.com on 10/12/2012
How do you stay focused in a hyper-frantic world of instant news? Here are four ways to stay focused in your business and make the most of every day.
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from daveramsey.com on 10/12/2012
John C. Maxwell spoke to EntreLeadership Podcast host Chris LoCurto about how personal growth has been the greatest door opener of his life and how it can be yours too. Here's a sampling of their conversation.
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from daveramsey.com on 9/12/2012
You don't have to pay NFL-like salaries to attract the best players to your team. As Dave teaches at EntreLeadership Master Series, there are several ways to find a solution.
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from daveramsey.com on 9/10/2012
Hiring the right person for each position on your team is vitally important to your company's success. Learn the three hiring mistakes to avoid.
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from daveramsey.com on 9/7/2012
The president of North Star Paving and Construction in Soldotna, Alaska shares her best leadership advice and how to fight through the tough times in business.
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from daveramsey.com on 9/5/2012
Dave joined the EntreLeadership Podcast team for a special show in which he answered questions sent in from listeners. Here's a sampling.
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from daveramsey.com on 9/5/2012
The book Thou Shall Prosper is one of Dave's all-time favorite money books, so he was thrilled to write the foreword for the latest edition. Here's what he has to say about it.
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from daveramsey.com on 8/30/2012
The EntreLeadership podcast team reflects on the growth of iTunes number-one leadership podcast over the past two years.
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from daveramsey.com on 8/27/2012
Running a business can be scary. So is it possible to overcome the sweaty palms and trepidation, and let go of fear's icy grip on your company? Absolutely, and here are a few ways how.
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from daveramsey.com on 8/23/2012
"Dave made me realize that you don't have to follow the model set by many cutthroat organizations, where profit comes before people," said EntreLeader Adam Avila.
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from daveramsey.com on 8/21/2012
How do you keep intense concentration on the tasks at hand? To find out, we asked our EntreLeadership Master Series alumni, plus our Twitter followers, to share how they keep on track. Read some of their best answers.
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from daveramsey.com on 8/8/2012
You can have your own Olympic moments every day, just like Jordyn Wieber and Michael Phelps. As Dave teaches in EntreLeadership Master Series, when you intentionally create and maintain team unity, you can strike gold. Here are a few ways how.
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from daveramsey.com on 8/7/2012
There are also some classic, good business practices that social media simply can't replace. Are you as a business owner doing these three things?
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from daveramsey.com on 8/3/2012
Leadership expert and author Mark Sanborn spoke to the EntreLeadership Podcast audience about how he survived the tough times and how you can too.
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from daveramsey.com on 8/1/2012
EntreLeader Sean Devereaux is passionate about reading, mentoring, leading and communicating, and he wants to share the lessons he's learned with you. Read the profile now.
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from daveramsey.com on 7/30/2012
There are a number of ways to stay productive during the dog days of summer. Use these tips to get back on track, so life once again can be a day at the beach.
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from daveramsey.com on 7/27/2012
So how do you get that forward motion that can continually win you the gold like Olympians? Dave believes there are three elements needed to get your business on the road to unbelievable success, which he sums up in the Momentum Theorem.
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from daveramsey.com on 7/25/2012
This vice president of Grandy & Associates is a huge believer in the power of vision and goal setting - and it has served him well. Gain important insight from this stellar EntreLeader.
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from daveramsey.com on 7/23/2012
During Joe Scarlett's time at Tractor Supply Company, its revenue quadrupled and the price of its stock increased ten-fold. He discusses the meteoric rise of the company and how you can grow yours too.
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from daveramsey.com on 7/20/2012
"I enjoy serving my team and my customers. The challenges they bring, the accomplishments they achieve — that's fun to me." Learn more business insight from a Michigan-based CEO.
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from daveramsey.com on 7/19/2012
There are several ways to bulletproof your business and find financial peace at the same time. Here are few of the preventative measures every business owner needs to take.
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from daveramsey.com on 7/13/2012
The little things mean a lot, especially when it comes to business and leadership. Get 10 quick tips for growing your business and prospering your team.
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from daveramsey.com on 7/12/2012
The Banda Group International, headquartered in Arizona, is led by a true EntreLeader. Read much-needed business advice from the president and CEO, Zef Banda.
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from daveramsey.com on 7/6/2012
The leader of the largest family-owned theme park corporation in America spoke with EntreLeadership Podcast host Chris LoCurto about how leading with love can make a company great. Here's a sampling of their conversation.
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from daveramsey.com on 7/6/2012
Did you realize that you learned great lessons at camp that you can apply to your business today? To celebrate summer and children everywhere, here are the top three takeaways from summer camp.
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from daveramsey.com on 7/2/2012
This Fourth of July week, we thought we would honor our first president by sharing some of his values that you can put in place in your own business. Here are some lessons from Mr. Washington on how to become a true servant leader.
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from daveramsey.com on 6/29/2012
Why not? That's the question this Arizona-based CFO continuously asks to stay ahead of the competition and best provide for his clients. Read more business insight from Ryan Weissmueller.
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from daveramsey.com on 6/29/2012
Dave's team uses the DISC assessment test to assist in hiring a healthy mix of personality styles. Find out more about this test and how it can help you in the hiring process for your team.
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from daveramsey.com on 6/22/2012
EntreLeadership podcast hosts answer more of your business and leadership questions.
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from daveramsey.com on 6/22/2012
Bryan Miles, co-founder and CEO of Miles Advisory Group, is a true EntreLeader in every sense of the word. Though based in Atlanta, his entire team serves leaders around the globe.
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from daveramsey.com on 6/22/2012
The co-founder and CEO of Whole Foods, John Mackey, talks about his road to making the natural foods store one where team members love to work and consumers love to shop.
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from daveramsey.com on 6/14/2012
Years ago, Brenda gave up her dream of being a stay-at-home mom out of necessity. Today, she works with key companies in Silicon Valley to provide exceptional technology services. Find out some of her lessons learned along the way.
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from daveramsey.com on 6/12/2012
EntreLeader Mitch Landry finds the best medicine for disaster is helping others. Read what he and his wife did when their home and business was destroyed in Hurricane Katrina.
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from daveramsey.com on 6/7/2012
Dr. Meg Meeker says, "If you want your daughter to live with a sense of freedom and peace, give her God." Find out how to do this.
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from daveramsey.com on 5/31/2012
Michael Hyatt recently stopped by to talk about his new book, Platform, and give insights on social media with EntreLeadership Podcast host Chris LoCurto. Here's a sampling of their conversation.
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from daveramsey.com on 5/22/2012
While attending EntreLeadership Master Series, we talked to several of these new EntreLeaders and asked them about their journey through EntreLeadership. For many, it's been life-changing. Here is a sampling of what they learned over the week.
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from daveramsey.com on 5/22/2012
A successful Florida real estate agent shares with other EntreLeaders how he keeps his competitive edge in a tough market as well as his best leadership lesson and hiring advice.
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from daveramsey.com on 5/21/2012
If you work to keep these five enemies of team unity away from your business, everyone became increasingly unified.
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from daveramsey.com on 5/17/2012
Brent Gallagher from Houston is an EntreLeader in every sense of the word. He explains how he keeps his competitive edge and truly lives like no one else so he can bless his team in incredible ways.
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from daveramsey.com on 5/8/2012
As the weather heats up this summer, don't cool down business-wise. Here are a few ways to keep growing and moving even during slow months.
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from daveramsey.com on 5/2/2012
Patience with hiring team members paves the way to creating a group of people who are passionate about their jobs and can take your business further than you ever imagined. Find out how other EntreLeaders have applied this principle to their own businesses.
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from daveramsey.com on 5/1/2012
Clint Smith, co-founder of Emma, has implemented a successful plan for hiring only the best for his team. Find out how you can incorporate it today.
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from daveramsey.com on 4/25/2012
Learn what Dave's social recruiting ambassador and internet development director have done to attract quality potential team members while competing with thousands of companies.
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from daveramsey.com on 4/24/2012
EntreLeader Boyd Smith of Goshen, Indiana shares helpful insights about hiring the right people for your team and his secret to success.
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from daveramsey.com on 4/19/2012
There are several factors you should consider before taking that final leap into becoming a full-time business owner. Read this to help ensure not only your independence but also success.
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from daveramsey.com on 4/16/2012
Featured leadership advice and DISC personality insight from a manager of one of this country's most admired companies, Southern Company.
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from daveramsey.com on 4/13/2012
Recently, author Tom Rath visited with EntreLeadership Podcast host Chris LoCurto to discuss strengths and leadership. Here's a sampling of their conversation.
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from daveramsey.com on 4/13/2012
To start you on your way to understanding the personalities, here's a summary of the four styles and some tips on how to communicate to each one.
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from daveramsey.com on 4/10/2012
A successful CEO in Missouri tells why he uses a personality profiling tool to create his team and provide ongoing education.
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from daveramsey.com on 4/4/2012
Running a business can be scary. So how can you conquer your fear of failing? Here are a few tips that can help you overcome those nightmarish feelings.
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from daveramsey.com on 4/3/2012
The Mississippi-based EntreLeader discusses lessons he's learned since taking over the family business.
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from daveramsey.com on 3/30/2012
Andy Andrews, best-selling author and speaker, recently stopped by to discuss the power of telling a story for our latest EntreLeadership podcast. Here is a summary of some of the great things he shared.
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from daveramsey.com on 3/29/2012
Camille Moore of Franklin, Tennessee explains how he separates her business from others in a "fast-food, made-in-China world."
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from daveramsey.com on 3/27/2012
Your business needs a good spring cleaning as well as your house. So to celebrate the new season, here's some advice that can help your business get in tip-top shape.
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from daveramsey.com on 3/22/2012
Recently, Zig's son Tom joined Dave in the studio to give us a glimpse into the new book Born to Win: Find Your Success Code.
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from daveramsey.com on 3/21/2012
Craig Libis, CEO of Executive Recruiting Consultants in Dell Rapids, South Dakota, shares his best leadership advice and how he's building his company's culture.
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from daveramsey.com on 3/21/2012
On a recent broadcast, Dave spoke with Sara Blakely, the world's youngest female self-made billionaire ever to make the Forbes World's Billionaires list. Here are a few takeaways from her amazing success story.
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from daveramsey.com on 3/21/2012
There are numerous ways to attract and keep passionate, creative people who love their jobs. Here are just a few ways Dave pumps up his team.
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from daveramsey.com on 3/20/2012
You can attract rock star staffers without paying Microsoft-size salaries, and it all begins by intentionally building a great company culture where people want to work.
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from daveramsey.com on 3/19/2012
Is it possible to sustain long-term happiness at work and at home? According to Jenn Lim, creator of the first Zappos Culture Book and CEO and Chief Happiness Officer of Delivering Happiness, it's not only possible, it's the only way to prosper.
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from daveramsey.com on 3/14/2012
We asked Dave's Facebook fans, both business owners and team members alike, to share what makes their companies great places to work.
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from daveramsey.com on 3/13/2012
A fourth-generation home builder in North Carolina shares his secrets on building a great company culture.
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from daveramsey.com on 2/29/2012
One of the best administrative assistants at Dave's office shares tips on how to make the most of delegating to others in your organization.
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from daveramsey.com on 2/28/2012
Get Dave Ramsey's 29 tips for growing your business and prospering your team. Happy Leap Day!
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from daveramsey.com on 2/28/2012
Stephen M.R. Covey joined EntreLeadership podcast host Chris LoCurto to discuss this week's theme: delegation. Here's an excerpt from their conversation.
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from daveramsey.com on 2/28/2012
A Plano, Texas EntreLeader shares the lessons he has learned regarding how to effectively delegate in his daily business life.
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from daveramsey.com on 2/23/2012
"Making mistakes and learning from them is crucial to winning." With that spirit in mind, we're offering a few of the most common leadership mistakes or problems and how to fix them.
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from daveramsey.com on 2/23/2012
Leadership can be learned, no matter how hard-driving your personality. Here are a few of the principles Dave Ramsey uses to inspire his team.
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from daveramsey.com on 2/22/2012
EntreLeadership Podcast host Chris LoCurto and producer Chris Mefford took time to answer some of their listeners' questions. Here's Part 2 of their Q&A session.
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from daveramsey.com on 2/20/2012
So how did this graduate of Harvard, one of the few Asian Americans to play in the NBA, go from obscurity to superstardom? Here are a few reasons. And what's even better, they can easily be applied to your business.
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from daveramsey.com on 2/15/2012
There are a number of reasons why team members don't make it, and most of them don't have anything to do with their abilities or attitude.
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from daveramsey.com on 2/15/2012
Dr. Michael Easley, a teaching pastor at Fellowship Bible Church in Brentwood, Tennessee, shares leadership advice he has learned throughout the years as a pastor and former president of Moody Bible Institute.
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from daveramsey.com on 2/15/2012
EntreLeadership Podcast host Chris LoCurto and producer Chris Mefford took time to answer some of their listeners' questions. Here's Part One of their Q&A session.
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from daveramsey.com on 2/9/2012
Faced with unbelievable odds, Cordia Harrington, owner of Nashville Bun Company, never gave up. She's the classic American success story, and her triumphs will give you hope when times get tough. Here's an excerpt of her interview in the latest EntreLeadership podcast.
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from daveramsey.com on 2/3/2012
A leader who can motivate and inspire–one who others will follow—is made up of many talents. EntreLeadership alumni share the qualities they believe are most important.
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from daveramsey.com on 2/3/2012
You can create a team who is willing to share your dream and take your business to the next level. Learn how to empower your team.
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from daveramsey.com on 2/1/2012
The business world has its own commentators—people with catchy book titles and witty words that may not be backed up by real-world experience. As a business leader, you need a mentor.
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from daveramsey.com on 1/31/2012
If you had the opportunity to study super-successful business owners, you would find one trait that almost every one of them has in common. They love books.
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from daveramsey.com on 1/30/2012
The Memphis, Tennessee-based EntreLeader discusses leadership lessons he's learned since taking over his father's business.
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from daveramsey.com on 1/19/2012
Dave Ramsey shares six values that turned his business from a "card table operation" in his living room to a national brand that has helped millions. These core concepts will work for you too, no matter the size of your company or organization.
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from daveramsey.com on 1/18/2012
You can build a winning team who like, respect and communicate with each other and their leaders by learning the four distinct behavioral styles used in the DISC personality assessment test.
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from daveramsey.com on 1/18/2012
To get you started on your own journey to servant leadership, we've listed a few of the principles that you can put in place today. Give them a try! They're not complicated, time-consuming or expensive.
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from daveramsey.com on 1/18/2012
Problems occur when a team member becomes demoralized and resentful because another worker is allowed to work less or get away with more. When leadership ignores the issue, the situation only gets worse.
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from daveramsey.com on 1/17/2012
Lack of a shared purpose is caused by a company leader not restating the vision or mission statement of the company early enough or often enough.
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from daveramsey.com on 1/17/2012
Winning organizations must have a culture of communication. Without it, team members are detached and insecure. You can take practical steps right now and create a culture of clear communication in your business.
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from daveramsey.com on 1/17/2012
Its impossible for people to be comfortable working around each other, let alone enjoy each other, when gossip is present. Gossip is inherently degrading; it will divide and destroy an organization.
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from daveramsey.com on 1/13/2012
Dave Ramsey explains why the economy and unemployment numbers aren't as bad as the media and government say.
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from daveramsey.com on 1/12/2012
Dave compares the process of resolving a disagreement to pulling out a splinter - making the tough decision to act swiftly for the benefit of all involved. Find out how he and his team practice this daily.
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from daveramsey.com on 1/11/2012
Thousands of business owners and leaders are using Dave's principles every day to take their companies and team members to heights they never imagined. Check out our interview with one of the founders of E-Mealz.
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from daveramsey.com on 1/11/2012
EntreLeader Melissa Meiste, owner of Nephew Physical Therapy in Holland, Michigan, shares how she is living out the principles she learned from Dave at EntreLeadership.
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from daveramsey.com on 1/10/2012
EntreLeader Arif Gangji, president and CEO of Neon Rain Interactive, shares with us his inspiration, dream, secret to success, and much more.
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from daveramsey.com on 1/10/2012
Tabetha Franklin is a true EntreLeader from Beaumont, Texas. She took a few minutes to tell us about one of the toughest calls she has ever had to make and the lessons she's learned from doing so.
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from daveramsey.com on 1/6/2012
Out of all the skills needed to become a successful EntreLeader, being able to make tough decisions is one of the most critical. Great decision-makers have some excellent traits in common.
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from daveramsey.com on 1/6/2012
When you can answer these four questions, you will be a rock star in the dollar-driven world of corporate management.
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from daveramsey.com on 1/6/2012
Alana Ward, president of Baggett Heating & Cooling in Clarksville, Tennessee, tells us about making the tough calls at her company.
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from daveramsey.com on 1/6/2012
It's easy to dismiss a worker's financial issues as a personal problem unrelated to their work. But that view is shortsighted. The fact is that when a team member is stressed because of financial problems at home, it's your problem too. Find out why.
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from daveramsey.com on 1/5/2012
People don't naturally unify; they must be led to do so. And that starts by showing your team that you care. Here are a few ways to begin.
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from daveramsey.com on 1/5/2012
When there is no recognition, it is very difficult to have passionate, creative, motivated team members. So how can you recognize your team? Start with these simple ideas.
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from daveramsey.com on 1/5/2012
To become a true EntreLeader, you must be able to make decisions. By having the right elements in place, the process is much, much easier.
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from daveramsey.com on 12/15/2011
Former NFL coach Tony Dungy is a master at creating unified teams, which was the topic of last week's EntreLeadership podcast. Host Chris LoCurto talked to Tony about unity and leadership, plus a whole lot more. Check out this extra info that we weren't able to include in the podcast.
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from daveramsey.com on 12/6/2011
There's a lot to learn from Jay Steinfeld, the CEO of the largest online retailer of window coverings in the world (Blinds.com). Read his story.
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from daveramsey.com on 12/2/2011
Here's a sampling of some of the inquiries and the solutions offered by Dave's leadership team about hiring the best team members.
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from daveramsey.com on 12/2/2011
If properly managed, team meetings can actually increase productivity despite they time they take. Here are a number of simple ways to keep your meeting on-track and worthwhile.
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from daveramsey.com on 12/1/2011
In the spirit of Christmas — the ultimate time of giving — we're offering some ideas on how you can spread your blessings and help your heart too!
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from daveramsey.com on 11/16/2011
If you're going to change the world, all you have to do is try. Fear will tell you it's more complicated than that. Doubt will tell you it's not that easy. Worry will tell you that you're not qualified. But they're all wrong.
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from daveramsey.com on 10/27/2011
"I am inspired by ... people who are willing to be unpopularly different and people who survived unsurvivable circumstances," Jenn LaBatt said. Find out more about this EntreLeader from St. Louis.
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from daveramsey.com on 10/27/2011
Letting someone go is not easy or comfortable, and it should never be your first option. Like hiring, there are components to firing someone that still treat them with dignity, compassion and generosity.
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from daveramsey.com on 10/26/2011
"My dream is to help solve the world's clean water problem and to build an organization that lasts, loves and serves," EntreLeader Curtis Eggemeyer said. Learn more about this entrepreneur and leader.
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from daveramsey.com on 10/21/2011
Brad Tibbs is truly an EntreLeader. The owner of Boise Auto Clearance shares his secret to success, his inspiration, current readings, and much more.
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from daveramsey.com on 10/19/2011
Dave Ramsey's got a message to share with you and all of the Occupy Wall Street protesters.
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from daveramsey.com on 10/13/2011
The key to retaining the team members you work so hard to hire is to simply recognize them for the effort they put in every day. Get some ideas for how you can make this a priority daily in your business.
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from daveramsey.com on 10/13/2011
There are a number of ways to keep your team members far away from freak-out mode. Here are a five that Dave discusses in EntreLeadership.
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from daveramsey.com on 10/11/2011
Dr. Dawn Durbin daily practices EntreLeadership principles to help her become a better dentist and leader. Learn more about her and how EntreLeadership has helped her.
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from daveramsey.com on 10/11/2011
Faced with an unfavorable business situation, Bryan Currier turned to EntreLeadership principles instead of giving up. Today, his business is out of debt - one year earlier than expected!
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from daveramsey.com on 10/10/2011
Can we get a drum roll, please? Announcing, with as much fanfare as possible and lots of joy and celebration: Dave's newest book, EntreLeadership, debuted at number one on the New York Times best-seller list in the Advice, How-To and Miscellaneous category!
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from daveramsey.com on 10/5/2011
To help you separate fact from fiction, we are listing the three biggest myths about debt that need to be debunked. Here's our top trio of non-truthfulness.
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from daveramsey.com on 9/29/2011
For every 100 of your workers, 71 live paycheck to paycheck, 53 worry about making ends meet, 27 take unplanned time off or are distracted by their personal problems, and 25 waste 12 to 20 hours a month dealing with finances. Find out how you can help and add to your organization's bottom line.
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from daveramsey.com on 9/28/2011
Dave's book tour rolls into Nashville for a big celebration! Watch live coverage now from Dave's office.
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from daveramsey.com on 9/16/2011
It's a nerve-racking question for business owners to wrestle with — is it time to move my business operations from my home to a commercial business space?
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from daveramsey.com on 9/15/2011
Dave Ramsey's thoughts on how to hire team members are intentional. He developed a 12-step process to ensure that the right person with the right personality fills the right position. Here are 6 of the 12 steps his team follows.
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from daveramsey.com on 9/15/2011
Many business owners may be in denial about their need to upgrade their business space. Here are a few clues that it's time to move up.
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from daveramsey.com on 9/2/2011
Cash awards, like raises, commission, profit sharing and bonuses should be part of your strategy. But studies show non-cash rewards are equally important. A bit of creativity can go a long way. Here are just a few we use to inspire our team.
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from daveramsey.com on 8/31/2011
Dave Ramsey's Director of Wealth Management provides three key principles and activities that apply to businesses of all sizes.
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from daveramsey.com on 8/31/2011
As a business leader or small-business owner, taking a vacation might seem like an impossible dream. Here's what you can do to make it a reality.
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from daveramsey.com on 8/24/2011
Have you ever wondered exactly what you're paying for with your business' monthly rent check? It's a good idea to know the basics of each type of lease, but keep in mind, every lease is different.
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from daveramsey.com on 8/9/2011
It's a fact: All businesses are not created equal. That's why it's critical to be incredibly choosey when selecting vendors for your company. How, then, do you know who to pick? Read this.
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from daveramsey.com on 8/4/2011
Successful business owners are well known for their no-nonsense, get-it-done attitude. It's great for building and growing a business, but it can become a hurdle when it comes to negotiating contracts for business space. Find out how we can help.
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from daveramsey.com on 8/4/2011
Today's marketing strategies don't follow yesterday's rules, and Dave's CMS Jen Sievertsen makes a point of studying the trends to see what works. Get her tips for engaging your customers starting today.
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from daveramsey.com on 7/26/2011
Dan Rockwell, author of the popular blog Leadership Freak, recently joined Dave's team for an EntreLeadersip 1-Day event and shared his thoughts of the event and experience.
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from daveramsey.com on 7/21/2011
Through their good works and business principles learned from Dave Ramsey, the founders of the S.U.P.E.R. (Students Using Proven Educational Resources) Learning Center are changing the lives of hundreds of kids with autism, Asperger's Syndrome and other developmental disorders.
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from daveramsey.com on 7/19/2011
Dan Rockwell is an all-or-nothing sort of guy. So when the pastor and leadership coach realized he was ineffective, he closed his eyes, threw out his old ideas, and jumped—to a new type of leadership.
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from daveramsey.com on 6/23/2011
Consider your company's Christmas party an investment in your team that just happens to take place at Christmastime. Find out how it has worked for Dave Ramsey's team.
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from daveramsey.com on 6/23/2011
Whether your goals deal with sales, income, hiring new employees, or simply losing weight, they won't work if they don't have each of these attributes and you cast a team vision.
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from daveramsey.com on 6/23/2011
As you think about your own BHAGs, remember that success isn't reaching a goal. Success is the progressive realization of a worthy goal or ideal.
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from daveramsey.com on 6/23/2011
Which of these two workers is more likely to be focused on work all day long? Which is the least likely to be distracted and make a mistake? Which example do most of your team members relate with?
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from daveramsey.com on 6/23/2011
Business owners always ask if Dave Ramsey's personal financial advice—budget, stay out of debt, save, and give—applies to business as well. So does it?
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from daveramsey.com on 5/26/2011
Contracts are only as good as the people who sign them, so we've put together some tips to keep in mind the next time you're negotiating a contract.
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from daveramsey.com on 5/23/2011
Regardless of what industry you are in or how your target demographic is wired, today is the least receptive to social media your customers will ever be. Jon Acuff explains how to get plugged in today.
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from daveramsey.com on 5/16/2011
Follow the live-blog of EntreLeadership on location in Orlando all week!
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from daveramsey.com on 5/10/2011
With a little creativity, you can come up with a professional development program of your own that fits your company's budget. While it may not pay dividends directly to your bottom line, it is one of the hiring advantages you have over corporate America.
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from daveramsey.com on 5/4/2011
Implementing a successful financial wellness program in the workplace involves a five-step process: preparation, communication, motivation, facilitation and reinforcement.
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from daveramsey.com on 5/4/2011
To lease or to buy? Many business owners wrestle with that decision every day. How do you know when it's the right time? Consider these pros and cons of each option.
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from daveramsey.com on 5/4/2011
Buying a commercial space can be a completely different experience from buying residential property. But one thing that remains the same is the need for a thorough building inspection before you buy.
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from daveramsey.com on 5/3/2011
Chris Bussing, owner of Gold Stash, is growing his business with timeless principles learned from Dave Ramsey. Discover how you can, too!
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from daveramsey.com on 4/7/2011
In his book Quitter, Jon Acuff will help nudge you further from where you are and closer to where you'd love to be.
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from daveramsey.com on 4/5/2011
"Business owners don't realize they are already great at social media," Jon Acuff said. But getting better at it is going to take some time.
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from daveramsey.com on 3/4/2011
As owner of Raven's Next Coffee, Ashleigh Cohen is growing her business with principles learned from Dave Ramsey.
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from daveramsey.com on 3/3/2011
As the EntreLeadership brand champion, Daniel Tardy has remained passionate about helping business leaders accomplish their goals using the same principles that inspired him.
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from daveramsey.com on 1/18/2011
Your business is not limited by its market, a recession or even your team members. It is only limited by you and your capacity to overcome your personal limitations.
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from daveramsey.com on 12/7/2010
Our system evolved into a massive mess that affects almost everyone, and something has to change. We have a solution.
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from daveramsey.com on 11/2/2010
Crystal Paine of MoneySavingMom.com shares about her family's road to becoming debt-free.
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from daveramsey.com on 10/13/2010
A Dave Ramsey-recommended commercial real estate agent shares with you three things he suggests to do before you rent out commercial property.
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from daveramsey.com on 10/12/2010
Today, more than ever, a business' success depends on the personal development and success of its team members ... and their personal financial stress.
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from daveramsey.com on 9/30/2010
Commercial real estate investing Dave's way means buying properties with no debt. That's gives you three distinct advantages in today's market - actually, any market.
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from daveramsey.com on 9/28/2010
Personality styles in the workplace can be difficult to navigate. This insight into the DISC personality test will help tremendously.
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from daveramsey.com on 9/13/2010
What would a guy with such a successful business need to learn at a small business conference? Plenty! Find out what the owner of the Geese Police learned from Dave Ramsey.
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from daveramsey.com on 9/10/2010
Two successful stay-at-home moms discuss work in the blogosphere.
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from daveramsey.com on 9/10/2010
Read this before you jump into the commercial real estate investing business to save a lot of heartache.
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from daveramsey.com on 9/8/2010
One of Dave's Commercial Real Estate Endorsed Local Providers gives some great advice about negotiating commercial lease contracts.
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from daveramsey.com on 9/2/2010
Location is about more than simply choosing a building to put your business in. As you search for the right location for your business, keep these three questions in mind.
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from daveramsey.com on 7/22/2010
Learn how you can set your small business apart from the larger, well-established companies.
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from daveramsey.com on 7/22/2010
The key, whether you choose to franchise or not, is to start a business you are passionate about.
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from daveramsey.com on 7/22/2010
Partnerships in business rarely work. Here's a much better alternative.
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from daveramsey.com on 7/15/2010
Whether the job market is good or bad, you can keep a loyal team. Here are three ways Dave recommends.
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from daveramsey.com on 7/15/2010
There's no magic formula to making a small business work, but Dave has a few tips to get you thinking in the right direction.
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from daveramsey.com on 10/14/2008
More companies are choosing to take their time in filling open positions. Career fields that are extremely popular are ensuring that the right person, complete with the right personality, fills the job.
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from daveramsey.com on 6/10/2010
Many people think that boundaries only apply to unruly children and intrusive mother-in-laws, but this is simply not true—boundaries can work wonders in many other areas of life—including your job.
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from daveramsey.com on 4/22/2010
During the week of April 25, 2010 Chris Mefford, Dave's Director of Live Event Marketing, live-blogged from Atlantis, Bahamas. Check out the "instant replay" to see Chris' updates and photos from Paradise Island.
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from daveramsey.com on 4/13/2010
Many people dream their entire lives about the day when they can finally kick back and relax — retirement! Dave’s friend Rabbi Daniel Lapin has an extremely different outlook on retirement. Read this excerpt from Lapin’s Thou Shall Prosper, one of Dave’s favorite business books, as he reveals the destructive aspects of retirement.
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from daveramsey.com on 4/7/2010
Everyone can benefit from a lesson in public speaking, but this skill is especially useful for business leaders and those who are frequently called before an audience. In this excerpt from one of Dave's favorite business books, Thou Shall Prosper, Rabbi Daniel Lapin shares important lessons learned from his first public speaking engagement.
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from daveramsey.com on 3/26/2010
"There is a dignity to wealth creation through honorable business that is unlike anything else on earth. There is no crime in handing someone a dollar for a job well done..." Read more from Dave Ramsey.
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from daveramsey.com on 3/12/2010
When your team has a positive attitude, it can drastically change the reputation of your company. Find out how one young man’s incredible service left an impression on Dave.
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from daveramsey.com on 2/25/2010
Dave's friend and best-selling author Rabbi Daniel Lapin beautifully explains the importance of rest and serving others with an example of the Havdalah cup.
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from daveramsey.com on 2/25/2010
Dave Ramsey and his team are here to empower you to reach your business and leadership goals while transforming your organization into a place where people love to work. Learn about the origins of Dave's EntreLeader business principles.
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from daveramsey.com on 2/23/2010
In one of Dave’s favorite books, Thou Shall Prosper, Rabbi Daniel Lapin outlines 10 fundamental “commandments” relating to business and money.
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from daveramsey.com on 2/23/2010
In a digital world, the pen has lost its value. Or has it? Maybe the pen has increased in value. Hardly anyone writes letters or even quick, handwritten notes anymore. What if you did?
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from daveramsey.com on 1/27/2010
Get the play-by-play of Dave's recent business event in Houston. Follow the action and join in the fun!
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from daveramsey.com on 1/20/2010
Seth Godin recently discussed his latest book, Linchpin, and other subjects with Dave Ramsey’s team.
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from daveramsey.com on 1/12/2010
Why does Dave think it’s such a big deal that a car company reported a yearly loss?
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from daveramsey.com on 11/12/2009
"This evening, after surviving winds, rain and air travel, business owners and leaders converged on the grand ballroom at the Paradisus Resort in Cancun to develop their leadership skills and start the process of transforming their businesses." Get more behind-the-scenes content from EntreLeadership.
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from daveramsey.com on 11/12/2009
"Today in Cancun, Dave broke down one of the biggest obstacles that face businesses and families: communication." Read more behind-the-scenes content from EntreLeadership Cancun.
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from daveramsey.com on 11/12/2009
This week, some of Dave’s team is reporting live from the EntreLeadership Master Series in beautiful Cancun, Mexico to give you a behind-the-scenes take on what’s happening at this anticipated event. Here’s what the Director of EntreLeadership Promotions, Daniel Tardy, had to say about an exciting morning of deep-sea fishing.
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from daveramsey.com on 10/1/2009
"Because we have a debt-free business and a fully funded emergency fund, we have been able to weather the storm," Heather said.
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from daveramsey.com on 9/30/2009
Dave has worked hard to create a thriving team culture that enables communication and affirms positive recognition. He says leaders should go out of their way to affirm team members or co-workers with a positive message.
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from daveramsey.com on 9/22/2009
Are there some "sacred cows" running around in your business? Learn how to identify these unwelcome guests and replace them with more effective processes and principles.
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from daveramsey.com on 9/22/2009
You see them on walls in company lobby areas and inside promotional brochures. But do they really mean anything? Do people actually care about mission statements?
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from daveramsey.com on 9/2/2009
There are two main reasons why a company that values its team members should not incorporate the 401(k) debit card into their culture.
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from daveramsey.com on 8/14/2009
A new year signifies a fresh start, full of goals that you'd like to accomplish in the next 12 months. Learning how to be more productive with your time will help you achieve those goals. Here are some ways to make the most of your time:
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from daveramsey.com on 8/6/2009
When you're mapping out your company's benefits package, keep the three R's in mind and you'll have a team of happy, loyal and productive workers.
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from daveramsey.com on 8/6/2009
Learn how you can help your team members increase their productivity and loyalty at work - and increase your bottom line!
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from daveramsey.com on 8/6/2009
A recent study conducted by Hewitt Associates, a human resources consulting firm, found that women in the workforce aren't prepared for retirement. Learn how you can help change this!
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from daveramsey.com on 8/6/2009
Changes in the general workforce will force you to respond to the realities of aging team members. It's important for Human Resource departments to create team unity between the 23-year-old and the 68-year-old workers.
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from daveramsey.com on 8/6/2009
Allowing your team members to see the bigger picture for the company helps you in your long-term goals. Let your workers be engaged in their work.
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from daveramsey.com on 8/5/2009
It's important to recognize, reward and thank your long-term team members for their great work. Get ideas for ways to reward your employees now.
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from daveramsey.com on 8/3/2009
Why should employees care if expenses are up and revenue is down if it doesn't reflect in their pay check? Dave says to find a way to incorporate incentives that give everyone a taste of what it's like to have ownership in the business.
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from daveramsey.com on 8/3/2009
If you want to help your team members thrive—and protect your business' bottom line—you may need to take a more active role as a leader. Here are some ways you can create a happier, engaged and more productive team.
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from daveramsey.com on 7/21/2009
Small-business owners and leaders had the unique opportunity to spend personal time with Dave learning how to grow their businesses — but under the warm Mexican sun!
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from daveramsey.com on 7/2/2009
Inspirations for one's job and recognition for work well done are two of the most underrated and underutilized tools a leader has at his disposal. Remember, everyone is a leader. Everyone leads someone.
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from daveramsey.com on 10/28/2008
By addressing one of the leading causes of stress, you can help your team grow and succeed. Once your team's largest stress factor is removed, you'll reap the benefits as a company.
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