What Does Your Self-Image Allow You To Do? By John Ruh A true story about me. My dad told all of his kids to be “C” students and “A” workers. Because of this I did not realize I was capable of being an “A” student until I reached college. Once I had this realization… Read more »
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Looking for an Independent Contractor/Partner
Looking for an Independent Contractor/Partner for Project Assistance Supporting a Successful Business Owner Work at Home Part Time Opportunity (1099) John M. Ruh and Associates is searching for a person who enjoys social media marketing, designing presentation materials (print and on-line) and can be the owner’s sales/marketing “right hand” support person. Someone who wants a partnership,… Read more »
Why You Should Hire a Consultant for Annual Goals
Goal setting is one of the most important facets of success with your business. Without goals, you’re not driving your business towards a specified purpose. Instead of letting your business wander aimlessly and stray from your plan, you need to define clear and obtainable goals that align with your vision for your business. But most… Read more »
Whose Mission is This?
“To make a contribution to the world by making tools for the mind that advance humankind” What is your mission? Your mission explains why is it you are doing what you do. Does your mission inspire and motivate you? If so why, if not, why have it as a mission? 2 Special Offers Do you want to read… Read more »
Understanding Your Business Culture
The culture that you nurture within your business is more important than you might think. While some people feel that business culture is a buzzword or that time is better spent on scaling your business, you absolutely need a strong and clear business culture to reach your goals. But this isn’t only true for massive… Read more »
Entrepreneurship Built America. Entrepreneurship Can Save America
Brief History Entrepreneurship has been an important part of America since shortly after the first pilgrims landed. In 1620 the Puritans got on the Mayflower sailing to an unknown land. They settled here but half of them died the first year. It was only thanks to the Wampanoag tribe of Indians they survived at all…. Read more »
Continuous Improvement, Continuous Improvement, Continuous Improvement
Why Three Times? Because continuous improvement must become a habit like brushing your teeth. To do it properly you must implement it at three levels at your firm. Companywide Department wide Individually What is continuous improvement really? Continuous improvement is traditionally considered an ongoing effort to improve products, services, or processes. My take on it:… Read more »
What Motivates “Opportunity” Thinkers? What Motivates “Have to” Thinkers?
What is the secret to communicating with both? Some of your most highly motivated leaders (I call them “OPPORTUNITY” thinkers) need only to hear about a possibility and they take off running. Give them an opportunity, some support and a lot of freedom and they will return with a myriad of great ideas. They commit… Read more »
Are You Cheap?
Do people who know you consider you cheap? Do you hold this as a badge of honor? If so you are limiting your success. Why? Everybody has a frugal (politically correct word for cheap) side. For the sake of this article let’s call that side, “Cheapo.” If Cheapo is making your decisions in life, he… Read more »
Do You Play The Victim Card?
I was influenced by the power of vision at an early age (johnruh.com/im-living-proof/). This means that I believe we are each responsible for our own outcome in life. It has served me well both personally and professionally. Being a leader and reaching your vision requires positive thinking (which will not only keep you going but… Read more »