Are You a Freelancer or a Solo Entrepreneur? Use Guy Kawasaki’s Mantra as He Meant

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Guy Didn’t Mean Don’t Have a Vision or a Plan

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With the start of the Perfect Virtual Manager, I’ve been talking a lot to bloggers. Even more interesting is that I’ve been not talking to a lot of them. I’ve noticed something about people who work outside of a traditional setting. We fall into two categories: freelancers and entrepreneurs. Some think they are one, and they’re really the other. Which one are you? Do you know that for sure?

Guy Kawasaki wrote a wonderful post in January called, Mantras Versus Missions. Thank you, Roger von Oech, for reminding me of it. You see, I think some folks do as Guy suggests — make a mantra — and unfortunately, they stop there. That’s not what Guy said to do. He was talking about replacing a mission statement with something more focused. His mantra was meant as a guiding force, not as a replacement for a business plan.

A person with fabulous skills and only a mantra is a freelancer not a solo entrepreneur.

The two think and work differently.

Do you know how to tell a freelancer from a solo entrepreneur?

Turn the page and I’ll show how.
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Introducing Clear Your Mind

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Clear Your Mind by Javier Cabrera

Type: Marketing, Management, Productivity

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ClearYourMind is a collection of thoughts and articles about management, Productivity and Marketing for entrepreneurs. CYM is aimed to everyone who want to increase productivity, work smarter and enjoy the challenges of entrepreneurship.

Notes by Liz: If you’re feeling tired or worn out, Javier is the medicine that you need. This man has the optimism and energy of at least 3 men, if not 333. A visit to Javier’s blog is like a visit to his new office. You feel like he has just put down the sandwich he was eating to talk with you personally. His stories and ideas are about what is going on with this business at that very moment. There is much to be learned in following this enthusiastic entrepreneur as he problem solves and finds new ways to meet the challenges of business.

–ME “Liz” Strauss

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Introducing Brianshih.com

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BrianShih.com by Brian Shih

Type: Technology and Usability

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Brian Shih is a junior studying Electrical and Computer Engineering at Franklin W. Olin College of Engineering. This blog is focused on usability, new technology, and making the world better for humans, not robots.

Notes from Liz: You might recall that Brian was the first of our guest writers. His article on using sidebars prompted a lively discussion that caused us to visit sites and discuss design questions regarding how sidebars can serve both readers and writers. Brian also recently introduced us to “Cropper,” the shareware program that cuts time in making screen shots down to seconds. I’ve been using it constantly since the moment he turned me on to it. Take a minute and check out Brian’s blog.

–ME “Liz” Strauss

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Introducing The Synchronicity of Indeterminacy

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The Synchronicity of Indeterminacy by Indie

Type: Flash Fiction

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Professional writer, Indie, combines found photos with one-minute short stories inspired by the photos. The idea is based on John Cage’s Indeterminacy recordings, coupling stories with sound. The stories show elements of avant garde, surrealism, dada, horror, humor, satire, fantasy, etc.

Notes from Liz: Indie’s blog has that fabulous combination of quality content and interaction that makes it a unique and unforgetttable experience. This is not just well-written fiction for your entertainment. This is downright stress relief offered to you in perfect measure.

–ME “Liz” Strauss

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