Self-confidence is one of the 17 traits of successful entrepreneurs. This means you have an inner belief that you can make something happen.  

Sean shares the "how-to" for bullet proofing your startup ideas. If you can't afford to fail, you must take these 5 tips into consideration.  

If you want to be a successful entrepreneur you have to know and avoid these 5 most common stumbling blocks of startups. Some of these death moves will cost you money and can put you out of business. Learn from these and continue to work on instead of in your business.

Some of my phrases, "seanisms", these are business axioms I quote often. These help my partners, and office staff and can help you, as a small business owner, entrepreneur, be successful.

More of Sean's best advertising tips from over 25 years of experience. Some ads will not provide the ROI. Unless you track your leads, you can't find the most affordable way to acquire a new customer. Don't keep trying the same thing, if it doesn't work fast move to something else that does.

Sean shares his secrets on how to most effectively advertise your small business.  These tips will save you money and dramatically improve your results. 

A vision is important. There is power in a vision. It is the dynamite, the catalyst to start the business but it is only the beginning. It is critical to effectively cast your vision to get buy in. This is what leaders do. Listen for the other next steps beyond the vision.

In sports, second sucks. It stings. It's no fun. But in business, second does NOT suck. I always remind small business owners to study the competition. Learn from them and carve out your own niche. See what number one does well and look for their weaknesses to build your own startup's success.

Free is worth free. If you want good advice, if you want to get where you want to go and get there faster, you have to pay to be taught. Good advice from someone who has already been where you want to go is priceless.

A business constitution is a guiding document, not to be changed, only to be interpreted.  The constitution provides pillars, guard rails, that will develop everything from culture to team building. The mission statement and tag line will help the business owner develop their constitution.