Category Archives: Basic Business Concepts

Prescott SpringHill Suites by Marriott – a place to avoid

Posted on August 24, 2005 by David St Lawrence

When you stay in Prescott, Arizona, you just might want to avoid the Prescott SpringHill Suites by Marriott. If the "inhospitality" that was given my friend Rosa Say is any indication, this hotel has definitely fallen away from their mission … Continue reading →

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Getting back in the game…

Posted on August 20, 2005 by David St Lawrence

When you are unemployed, whether by choice or by being terminated, you lose one of the major reference points of your life. Whether you plan to or not, you frequently define yourself to others by the company you work for. … Continue reading →

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Life isn’t fair – success comes at a price

Posted on August 17, 2005 by David St Lawrence

I have this picture on the wall near my desk as a reminder that sheer determination is essential for survival, but intelligence is necessary for success. I wrote a post about this lizard when I first started blogging, but as … Continue reading →

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Life-changing moments…

Posted on August 11, 2005 by David St Lawrence

When the door to a new business opportunity opens, some fortunate people seem to step through it easily and pick up a new life on the other side. Others agonize, trapped by indecision and self-doubts, until the door of opportunity … Continue reading →

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