Posts Tagged ‘success’

The Psychology of Success, Part 2: Belief

One of the most important characteristics you’ll find in successful individuals (especially entrepreneurs) is belief in themselves. It’s no secret, many athletes use it to give them an edge to beat competitors and current billionaires have used it in the lowest moments of their lives as motivation to keep going. A lot of us know the importance of this important trait yet fail to make use of it in our daily lives.

The Psychology of Success, Part 1: Obsession

What is the difference between passion and obsession? For starters, an obsession is usually an act that you are always (and sometimes uncontrollably) preoccupied with. A passion, on the other hand, is a strong love that can be the pathway to a healthy relationship or to a harmful obsession.

The Key to Internet Success: Create Value

It’s easy to get lost in the details, finances or prospects of an online project and overlook the time-tested trick to building a successful business: creating value for the end user. This post is to serve as a reminder (for myself more than anyone else) on this simple and obvious concept.

From Developer to Designer: 5 Steps to Successful Design

One of the pitfalls many developers face is their inability to make a great design for the product they code, either for lack of time, ability or interest.  While design certainly isn’t everything, it is one of the bigger factors that can help make or break your business.  To be a successful, self-reliant and cost-effective developer, having a basic understanding of design will be a crucial asset.