Octane: March 2010 

Fueling the Entrepreneurial Engine  

Octane: March 2010 


In this issue:
The Entrepreneur's Travel Guide: Tips from Smart Travelers
 

 In This Issue:

Low-Cost Global Communication
Michele McKenna

Added On: Thu, 17 Feb 2011 16:22:39 GMT

One of the biggest challenges I face when traveling overseas is communicating with my staff and clients on high-quality phone lines.
Keeping the Love Alive
Nick Leighton

Added On: Mon, 15 Mar 2010 15:23:05 GMT

As I write this, I am on the other side of the world, thousands of miles away from my wife and children. It’s tough, but I’ve learned some lessons on what not to do when communicating from afar.
The Traveling Forum
Mo Fathelbab

Added On: Mon, 15 Mar 2010 15:28:33 GMT

Being in a Forum since 1991 has brought countless gifts to my life, one of which is the amount of travel I’ve experienced.
332 Miles on Foot
Jon Berghoff

Added On: Mon, 15 Mar 2010 15:19:09 GMT

Motivational experts will tell you that if you want to achieve a goal, you should take it one step at a time. When it came to my most recent goal, I took 332 miles worth of them.
How a Vacation Saved My Family
Neil Greer

Added On: Mon, 14 Jun 2010 14:22:22 GMT

As entrepreneurs, we’re taught early on to separate our work and home life. Recently, I bucked that trend. When things in my personal life were misaligned, I looked to my professional life to carry me through.
High-Altitude Entrepreneurship
Aaron Houghton

Added On: Mon, 15 Mar 2010 15:21:03 GMT

I’ve always liked a good challenge. I get great enjoyment from the two software companies I run because every day brings new and exciting opportunities for growth.
Confessions of a University Junkie
Bill Trimble

Added On: Mon, 15 Mar 2010 15:19:50 GMT

Some people call me a “University Junkie,” on account of all the EO Universities I’ve attended over the years.
Tips from an EO Event Rookie
Wayne Gerard

Added On: Mon, 15 Mar 2010 15:29:52 GMT

I recently attended my first EO event— the 2009 EO ANZAC Summit, held in Melbourne, Australia.
Creating a Self-Sustaining Business
Douglas Harrison

Added On: Mon, 15 Mar 2010 15:20:31 GMT

There was a time at the start of my business when I was afraid to be away from the office for more than half a day. I was petrified that if something went wrong, I wouldn’t be there to fix it.
The Fourt Truths of International Communication
Shelby Scarbrough

Added On: Mon, 15 Mar 2010 15:27:20 GMT

The world-class business executive— every entrepreneur wants to hold that title.
Tools for Tech-Savvy Travelers
Mark Shipley

Added On: Mon, 15 Mar 2010 15:30:38 GMT

In 2009, the average traveler completed nine different Web search sessions and visited more than 20 Web sites before they booked a flight.
Inexpensive Travel Planning
Will Perry

Added On: Mon, 15 Mar 2010 15:22:30 GMT

As an entrepreneur, I have traveled to more than 30 countries around the world. Throughout my journeys, I’ve learned how to make travel as inexpensive and painless as possible.
Setting a Spending Standard
David Hummerston

Added On: Mon, 15 Mar 2010 15:25:37 GMT

Here are some top travel tips I share with clients to help them achieve their strategic travel and financial goals.
Maximizing Your Travel Budget
Ross Beatty

Added On: Mon, 15 Mar 2010 15:24:31 GMT

My company has a division that sells travel services, so when it comes to business travel I often play the role of consultant and consumer.
Want to Grow Your Business? Get Out of the Way!
Christopher Rugh

Added On: Mon, 15 Mar 2010 15:31:10 GMT

When I was an employee, I hated it when my boss was in the office. He always managed to muck things up and do more harm than good by running around, being self-important and annoying.
The Power of Incentive Travel
Shravan Gupta

Added On: Mon, 17 May 2010 15:54:03 GMT

As any entrepreneur can attest, one of the biggest challenges of running a business is finding innovative ways to motivate employees.
Tips for Worry-Free Travel
Bill Begal

Added On: Mon, 15 Mar 2010 15:29:07 GMT

As the owner of a disaster restoration business, I’ve seen the kind of impact crises can have on entrepreneurs.
The Absent Entrepreneur
Michele Hecken

Added On: Mon, 15 Mar 2010 15:26:45 GMT

Once again, I am traveling, and once again, I am reluctant to leave. Too many things are going on in my company. Why did I think it was a good time to go on a lengthy business trip?
 




 
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