I’ve known Bill for a little while now. I’m actually working at a desk that was purchased from him. If you’ve ever met Bill, then you know that he is a very kind man. Today I’m going to introduce him and his business to You! First off, the business: Springfield Office Supply 2137 W. Kingsley St. Springfield, MO 65807 (417)869-4686 www.myofficeconnection.com email:customerservice@myofficeconnection.com     Tyler: How long have yo… Read the rest

Happy labor free Monday to you! I hope that you will enjoy today even though you might have to work. Did you know that the first official Labor Day was celebrated back on Tuesday September 5th, 1882 in New York City. We now always hold this 129 year old day off from work on the first Monday for the month of September. This celebration began to give the working man a Holiday and we still recognize it today as such. My wish is that whether you labor or not that you are… Read the rest

Do you ever think about what you really need to do to improve yourself and or your life? It’d be a great idea if you started every morning with at least one challenge. It could be anything! It could be to write a blog, or it may be to not have one drink of alcohol if you’re addicted to it. It doesn’t matter what the challenge is as long as it’s really something important that you do and overcome. You probably have something you know you n… Read the rest

As you’ll notice, I don’t put new pictures on each of my blog posts. Why? Because I’m not talented enough to create new designs for them, so I keep using my mascot. With that in mind, I just wanted to talk about doing what you do. I know that it’s very easy to look at what others are doing and think that you would like to do that too. Maybe you think what they do is easier, more rewarding, fun, whatever. Well, I’m here to tell you. I… Read the rest

I don’t like being negative or talking about negative things, but I watched a documentary on Sunday with my wife, and oh my, we are being controlled by some pretty evil people. The banks who sold the sub-prime loans to people who had no business buying a home like they did, or even one in the first place don’t care if they see any of that loan repaid. Why you ask? Because they’re not responsible for it. Back in the ole days, when you wanted to… Read the rest

Don’t be afraid of your past, or your present for that matter. Tell people your story. Let them in to know the real you. Let them know what you hope for in the future. I see so many times, especially in business, the “high school attitude” where people are afraid to be who they really are because of their fear of rejection. We all want to be cool, popular, or whatever. If you go about handling your business and yourself in this manner, you wi… Read the rest

Anything big started out small. A lot of us want something big someday, but I don’t believe that’s the best way all the time. Some times, it’s just better to be small. It’s lean, efficient, and much easier to operate. I run a small business and I love it. I still make a big dent in the marketplace, but it’s just me and my small team working together. I like to shop with people who know what they are talking about and doing. They a… Read the rest

Wal-Mart burden transferred to Taxpayers: A Congressional study estimated that a typical Wal-Mart store employing 200 people costs the American taxpayer $420,750 a year – about $2,103 per employee. And in every state that releases the data, Wal-Mart tops the list of companies whose employees rely on state-funded health care. (Quote from Wal-Mart and the Earned Income Credit) Companies that refuse to pay a wage their employees can live on and tr… Read the rest

It’s your job as a small business owner to inform your customers why it’s important to shop locally. Tell them face to face, put facts on their receipt, etc. It’s your job to be welcoming, helpful and thankful to prospects and customers. How else do you expect to beat the big boys? If someone walks into your store, you better say hi to them. Ask them what you can do and then do your best to fill their needs and desires. On top of that, thank them and let them know ho… Read the rest

Wow, 2011 is flying by. I’m so excited right now because I just found something very important to me that I made 8 years ago and then socked away. After numerous moves all over the world it was found in my closet. It made me realize the importance of making goals and then writing them down and even including pictures of what you want. Why? Because they come true!!! Once you do that, that specific goal enters your subconscious mind and that magical power… Read the rest