Wednesday, September 12, 2007
To Write or Not to Write
There are quite a few things I want to write about today, however I realize that our time and space are limited.
- I want to write about disaster preparedness (again). Inspired mostly by the observance of 9/11 yesterday.
- I want to write about the new Dell computer I installed over the weekend and how easy it was to set up and transfer the account settings using Windows Vista.
- I want to write about a post I read yesterday where a blogger dangerously suggests that people starting a new business should not invest in accounting, planning, branding, or risk management. He eludes to the significance of these things but suggests that a business is started when money changes hands. Interesting, apparently this "blogger" has not read the laws that govern commerce in the commonwealth nor his own posts regarding branding and marketing.
- I want to write a post titled, “Who are you listening to anyway?” Basically highlighting that the loudest voices are not necessarily the most qualified. From failed business owners to people who have never owned a business, there are plenty of people claiming to be “experts” who are woefully unqualified to make the claim.
- I want to write about outside sales and the importance of preparation, flexibility and patience.
- I want to write about some of the observations I’ve made about reactionary business strategy and marketing.
- I want to write about the concept “you get what you pay for” and the ways it applies to not only advertising, but also design and placement.
As a small businessman myself, there are a million other things I should be doing besides writing a 2 hour blog for a mostly faceless audience. As a small businessman who has chosen a competitive environment, there are reasons I should not share my insights and opinions. As a small businessman with a dream and passion, I need to concentrate on the Primary Aim and continue converting my dreams into action.
So I won’t be posting about the subjects today. Perhaps I’ll pick off one at a time when I feel the need for diversion or when the topic screams to get out. Maybe just listing them will inspire your own thoughts on the topics.
