Having immigrated to the United States from Brazil, Louisa Da Silva, owner of DS Cleaning and Maid Service, found that her stream of new ideas created 'fires' that her team had to extinguish. Previously overworked, stressed, and unhealthy, she's now planned for and living a balanced and focused life.
As we celebrate Labor Day, it is essential for business owners and individuals alike to appreciate the importance of labor while recognizing the potential pitfalls of viewing labor as the sole means of making a living. Understanding the true nature of labor helps us see it as the backbone of maintenance for both our personal lives and our businesses.
Tune into this Classics episode of the Influential U podcast, where John Patterson sits down with music industry legend Marcus Bell. Marcus, who began his musical journey at the tender age of two, reveals the work ethic and discipline that have fueled his impressive career.
Gaining traction, especially in the early stages, is crucial for small business owners. Yet, even with a groundbreaking solution, many startups struggle to achieve adoption. The question is often not whether the solution solves a problem but how to effectively drive adoption within the specific demographic where their solution is needed most.
Working as a principal in a large healthcare enterprise, Trisha Tyler of Mercer Health & Benefits, talks about how to create value for the companies that you work for; when you become reliable for that value, you get to do what you love and increase your income accordingly.
Startup success often hinges on identifying and solving problems others haven’t yet recognized. Some of the most groundbreaking innovations emerge not from market research but from the lived experiences of those at the cutting edge—those we call “lead users.” By adopting the mindset of a lead user, startups can uncover hidden opportunities, innovate ahead of the curve, and ensure their solutions resonate with real-world needs. In a world where the difference between success and failure can hinge on finding the right problem to solve, the power of context cannot be underestimated.
