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As an entrepreneur, when you run your own business, you have to think very differently from the way you think when you work for someone else.

You have to understand and see the business from different perspective. You also need to keep a very clear management head at the same time,

and learn fast to stop thinking like a manager and start thinking like an entrepreneur. It is important to know that not every manager is an

entrepreneur but all entrepreneurs are managers.

Having read many books on entrepreneurship and worked with entrepreneurs for many years, it occurs to me that there are basic principles one

must follow to be a successful business owners. These are what differentiate successful entrepreneurs from unsuccessful ones.


1. Don’t borrow money to start your business

I understand that some business ideas require big funds to start which you can’t provide alone. However, I want to persuade you that you

should only borrow if there is no alternative. Explore all the alternatives before you borrow money. If you are getting loan from family, friends

etc. ponder on the repercussions that may come with it. You can borrow to grow a business not to start. The outcome of a new business is not

known at the beginning, it is not advisable to start with borrowed money. I have seen business folded up because of inability to pay back the

loan they got from banks. Start with whatever you have and then think of growing and expanding your business. If you don’t have much profit

at the beginning, at least you will enjoy the freedom of being in control. Every great business that I know started small. If they can, you too

can.


2. Have a Mission

When you are writing your mission statement, involve a little bit of mental process.

Mission tells you what to do to achieve your vision; it is the central purpose of your business. It aligns you properly with your goals. Let your

mission portray your value system. Let it be succinct and straightforward. Let me give you some best known examples to buttress my point:

Disney – To make people happy

Wal-Mart – To give ordinary folks the chance to buy the same things as the rich.

As you can see from those examples, you have to really focus on exactly what it is your company is all about. It is an essential part of selling

your company.

Once you have honed the statement to perfectly define what your business is for, you can use it in your planning. Should I go into this or that?

Check it if it goes with your mission statement. Does it meet the criteria set out in the mission statement? And so on.



3. You can’t do it alone

Nobody is an embodiment of knowledge. As an entrepreneur, you can’t be brilliant at everything. How many great businesses do you know who

have one person doing all things? It is not just possible to be an all-round genius, and if you fall into the trap of thinking that you are, your

business is doomed.

You must have always find a substitute to your weaknesses. Don’t always think they aren’t important. You must understand that it is normal to

have shortcomings, especially when it comes to business. It is not a reflection on your value as a human being, simply on the set of skills at

your disposal. When you work in a big corporation, it probably doesn’t matter because you can play to your strengths and other people can

compensate for your weakness, just the way you compensate for theirs.

However, running your own business doesn’t work that way. It’s your absolute job to have every role covered. No, of course you don’t have to

magically have all the abilities to do all you can have people to cover your weaknesses. There is nothing wrong using a finance manager or

appointing a customer care manager or personal assistant. Just get people to cover up your shortcomings. Don’t let your business fail because

you are too pig-headed to accept your shortcomings.



4. Get all the help you can

Now that you know you can’t do it all, you now accept your shortcomings. You must get all the helps that you need. As time goes on in the

business, you’ll find out that you need additional skills that you either don’t have or don’t have time to use. Then you need help from people to

complete the job.

For instance, if there is work for lots of people but only few are actually there and there is no money to pay anyone. What are you going to do?

You can take people on part time or go into partnership with them. This implies giving them some shares in the business. That will commit them

to doing more work for you. There, they know that the success or failure of the companies will make or mar them. Sometimes all you need from

people is just their expertise. When you find people to work for you, always encourage them with incentives. Make them feel valued and

important. Some will enjoy it not wanting to be paid. Then, pick their brains every time you need their experience or expertise.



5. Set up a strong culture

This is one structure among others that you must take seriously. You must stand for something if you don’t want to fall for everything. Now you

are the boss, you are not working for a big corporation. All the decisions are being determined by you. Sooner or later, when your business

grow, you will have people working for you either part-time of full-time. The question is, what sort of boss are you going to be? How are you

going to respond to anyone who is punctual at work? Are you going to crack the whip and sack anyone who turns ups up to work two minutes

late? Are you going to have a uniform wears for all the staff? Is it just going to be informal or formal wears?


6. Plan for the worst

I don’t mean to startle you but somehow things never go according to plan. You have to understand how to weather tough conditions; you’ll

cope far better when they happen along. Many businesses fold up because the owners had no Plan B for if it took longer than they thought to

become profitable (which it always does by the way), or if a major customer went bust, or if the economy hit recession.

For a start, always assume it will take you at least three years to become profitable, no matter what your business plan and cash flow forecast

tell you. So how to plan for the unknown? You need to analyse your business strengths and, especially weaknesses.


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When it comes to well being, there is a significant correlation between the physical and the mental health. In addition, working on one

(physical) can drastically improve the other (mental).

Your psychological and physiological abilities must be in harmony. Therefore, you must always practise a healthier lifestyle.

To overcome this, you need to develop a plan and work at it. This is what most people lack. Unhealthy lifestyle and lack of plan is usual and

hence, many people end up performing poorly at work, school, social gathering or relationships.

There are ways you can develop a healthier lifestyle. Below are list of suggested habits if well incorporated will help you to improve not only

your physical fitness but also your mental fitness.


1. Locate a Physical Activity That You Like

Being physically fit does not necessarily connote hitting the gym all the time or running 5 kilometres a day. There are myriads alternatives. You

can engage yourself in sport, athletics etc.

The sporting activities in which you can choose from should be the ones you love. Some enjoy playing football, table tennis. Anyone you choose

helps to tone your physiques. Your secrets to healthier body lie in your favourite activity. More so, if you are worried that an activity is not tiring

enough, you can combine it with other interest of yours to give a synergistic effect. For instance, if you love listening to music, you can listen to

it while on a treadmill.


2. Spend Time Outdoors

Moving from your comfort zone could have an impressive effect on your physical and mental health. Nature brings comfort.

Exposure to sun releases hormone serotonin in your brain and improves your temperament. If you are easily hot-headed individual, then an

hour outdoors every day will suffice.


3. Meditation

It is not compulsory you need to learn yoga before you have a great meditation. All it requires is stillness and mindfulness.

Some discover it while praying, reading even while walking. Find out stills your mind and helps you silence the world outside.


4. Generosity

Someone once said “Community service is the rent you pay for your room on earth.” Kindness helps to reduce insecurity and anxiety.

Generosity doesn’t mean you must give material things; you can be generous with your smile, a helping hand or information. I remember a

poplar saying “Charity begins at home but must not stop there.” You can take up charitable work.

If you are asked to carry one chair, offer to carry three. It is profitable of you find happiness in other people’s happiness.



5. Laugh

Laughter is the best medicine. This is another way of staying healthy; physically and mentally. Laughter reduces stress and strengthens your

memory.

Locate what amuses you and remain open-minded in conversation.



6. Maintain Healthy Eating

What you eat can have a drastic effect on your physiological and psychological power. You are what you eat! Maintain a healthy diet. Stay

hydrated. Eat a whole lot of fruit. Eat moderately.

Excessive eating of any food is dangerous. Let your breakfast be the biggest meal, lunch smaller and dinner smallest. Lastly, avoid excess

intake of sugar. Do all these, your body will thank you (wink).



7. Have a good sleep

If you want to be a high performer, then, you must be a good sleeper. You don’t have any reason to deprive yourself a good sleep. Not getting

enough sleep reduces your productivity, causes depression, exhaustion, fatigue and demotivation.


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The success of every interview is dependent on the skills you display. This determines either you are getting the job or not. However, there are professional ways of handling an interview. These are:

1. Research about the position you are applying for

Take time to diligently study the description of the post you are applying for. This helps you to know what exactly the company is looking for and it gives you confident in preparing for the interview. Once you ascertain that, tailor your CV to match the description of the post. Ensure you prepare your CV according to the post you are applying for.


2. Master your CV

Every information on your CV must be imprinted in your brain. As a potential candidate, you must know your CV as you know your name. An interviewer could ask you question based on the information you have provided in the CV. Answering intelligently on the previous post and how it relates with the current post you are applying for will give the employer or interviewer confident that you are right for the job.


3. Research the company

It is absolutely imperative to learn about the company you are applying for before you proceed for an interview. You need to understand the vision and mission, philosophy, core values, the year the company was founded and the organisational structure of the company. By so doing, you will be able to tailor your answers and the company will be sure you there for a serious business and that you have done your own home work. This aspect is being considered as essential. So, take it serious.


4. Be prepared

Preparation precedes luck. The level of your preparation determines how well you performed in an interview. Having, done all the aforementioned you need to sit down and prepare for the interview. You must rehearse, rehearse and rehearse. Include in your bag all necessary tools (pen, notepads etc.) you may need during the interview. Also, have many copies of all your credentials and understand direction to the office.



5. Don’t come late

If you go late to an interview you are creating a bad impression for yourself. Do your home by knowing how long it takes to get to the venue. You should consider traffic, getting lost on the way or locating the building and gathering your thoughts before the interview begins. You should be at the office at least 30 minutes before the interview commences. This will help you to gather your thought, read through your CV’s and build confidence before the interview.

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You wouldn’t be happy if you are starving, you are just hungry. You need food to stay active. Love is an asset that requires constant feeding in

other to appreciate and make the relationship healthy. Love doesn’t consume the physical food but the emotional food. Constantly feeding your

partner’s heart makes the environment conducive for love to stay. What are the ways?


1. Attention: Not paying attention is one of the most common ways we starve the heart of someone we love. This why paying attention is one

of the most effective ways to feed your partner’s heart with love. It is the first ingredient in love diet. Giving your partner attention simply

connotes being there fully with her. You suspend some of your activities such as watching television, playing games, checking your mail etc. for

her. This conveys a message that she is important to you, you value her, you respect her and she is the only thing that matters in the world.

Ask her how she is doing. Listen to her. Hold her. That attention will nourish her heart more than you can imagine.



2. Appreciation: Even the creator of the universe admonishes us to be appreciative. Appreciating the one you love implies that they

mean so much to you. Most women are starving for more appreciation from the men. Most women verbalise and things don’t feel real to them

until they are spoken. Your words of praises are precious jewel to them. It makes them feel valued, connected, safe and rich with happiness

and contentment.

Tell your woman how you love her, what you admire in her, what you are proud of for, and what you are grateful for.



3. Affection: This is very crucial. Being affectionate simply means staying connected physically with your partner. There are many ways to do

that; touching her, cuddling her, kissing her, stroking her hair, holding her hair, embracing her. Simply put, just being physically intimate. When

this happens, you link your energies and create a path for love to flow. You are feeding her heart in a profound way.


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Did you actually apply for the job? Please kindly research well before you go for it. Confirm the location,if it's in an open environment.

After a lot of researches, I discovered reasons why

agribusiness is still one of best businesses to make

fortune. Many people will say I don’t have capital to

start. I am glad to share with you 15 profitable low cost

agribusinesses you can invest in to actualise your

dreams.



1. Selling of Fresh Fruit: Health wise, the

important of fruits is numerous. People love to eat fruit

based on its health benefit. With good hygiene,

packaging and marketing plans, this is a lucrative

business. You can also get fruit blender as many

people prefer to take different types of fruit

(Smoothie). A lot of people are tired of consuming the

artificial juices in the market. They will pay and thank

you for giving them the natural source of vitamins

which is needed in this age of fast foods and artificial

flavours.

2. Set up a Small Poultry Farm: With the help of

technology, it is very easy to operate a poultry

business, yet make it free of odour that the neighbour

next door will not know you operate a poultry farm.

You can start from one room, car park or from that

abandoned room near you with 50 to 500 birds, which

cost between N100, 000 to N500, 000 depending on

the cash at hand.

3. Herbs, Flowers Framing and Gardening: Using

the right equipment in your home garage or shed or by

building a green house, you can start and raise both

herbs and plants to resell to larger outlets and to the

consumer as well. Walking through a grocery store, a

herb store, a health food store and even in gardening

sections of home centres, you will find herbs in their

dry forms to be used by consumers. To avoid hiccups

in your business, get approval by the appropriate

agency if there is any related to what you are doing.


4. Fish Farming: Food is essential to human. One

of the much needed classes of foods is protein which

could be derived from fish. If well done, food business

supports every environment. Increase in the

population requires more practice of this aspect of

agriculture. To get started with this business, you

would need a space, tanks – which you can buy or

construct, fingerlings for between N10 to N20 and feed

them from stipulated periods (usually 4 to 6 months).

Subsequently, you can sell from N500 to N1, 500

depending on the size and weight of the fish. The breed

to rear is your choice to make. There are catfish,

Tilapia, Trout, and Salmon etc. that you can select from.


5. Production of Livestock Feed: This is another

business of choice aside fish farming, poultry farming

and a whole lot of others. If plans are good, you can

start producing feeds for animals. However, you must

ensure you carry out ample of researches in other to

discover which product is the best. You will need raw

materials such as wheat, rice shaft, additives, maize,

soya beans, sorghum, groundnut, bone meal etc. In

addition you will need grinding machines, weighing

machine, mixing machine, customised packing bags

etc. All these can be sourced from the market or any

animal consult outlet.

6. Buy Charcoal from the rural areas and resell in the

cities: You can make 100% profit from this business

by simply buy from the rural area or production site

and sell to the retailers. You can buy as low as N 500

and sell for N 1, 500 depending on the weight of the

charcoal. Verify in your area if there is any association.

Join, as this allows smooth operation of your

business.

7. Frozen Chickens Production: A lot of Nigerians

rely on imported frozen chickens which is highly

detrimental due to the chemicals used in preserving

them. This is because not everyone has the time to go

through the process of slaughtering and packing them.

However, people are ready to purchase live chickens if

they see. You can buy some live chickens, go through

the whole processes including packing and make your

money. Start-up requirements are live chickens, space,

knives, tables, basins, heat source, stove heater, hand

towel, soap, extra hands (employers as the case may

be), freezers and generator. You have to be strategic

about your selling. You can sell to restaurants, small

hotels and eateries.

8.Coconut Juice Production: The flavour of

coconut is a distinctive addition to hundreds of sweet

and savoury recipes. All you need are coconuts, space,

juice extractor, good packaging (good business

branding), and strategic marketing plans. You can sell

in wholesale to retail outlets and supermarkets. Again,

ensure your product is well branded with your

company’s name and contact. With all these, you are

sure to make a huge amount of money.


9. Snail Farming: Snail meat is known to be highly

nutritious and delicious. Majority of people prefer snail

meat to beef because of its health benefits, snail

producers are certain to hit it big. Many people are

already in the business but lots are still needed. This

business does not require much capital; little initial

capital can be used to kick-start the venture. The best

period to commence this type of agribusiness is the

rainy period. You can start with about 40 to 60 snails to

understand the modalities of the business and how

snail breeding works. Fully matured and big snails

would be very good to start as they are expected to

hatch after about 35 days on location.


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[quote author=Gsol post=77310344]The success of every interview is dependent on the skills you display. This determines either you are getting the job or not. However, there are

professional ways of handling an interview. These are:



[b]1. Research about the position you are applying for[/b]


Take time to diligently study the description of the post you are applying for. This helps you to know what exactly the company is looking for and

it gives you confident in preparing for the interview. Once you ascertain that, tailor your CV to match the description of the post. Ensure you

prepare your CV according to the post you are applying for.


2.[b]Master your CV[/b]

Every information on your CV must be imprinted in your brain. As a potential candidate, you must know your CV as you know your name. An

interviewer could ask you question based on the information you have provided in the CV. Answering intelligently on the previous post and how it

relates with the current post you are applying for will give the employer or interviewer confident that you are right for the job.


3.Research the company

It is absolutely imperative to learn about the company you are applying for before you proceed for an interview. You need to understand the

vision and mission, philosophy, core values, the year the company was founded and the organisational structure of the company. By so doing,

you will be able to tailor your answers and the company will be sure you there for a serious business and that you have done your own

homework. This aspect is being considered as essential. So, take it serious.


4. Be prepared

Preparation precedes luck. The level of your preparation determines how well you performed in an interview. Having, done all the aforementioned

you need to sit down and prepare for the interview. You must rehearse, rehearse and rehearse. Include in your bag all necessary tools (pen,

notepads etc.) you may need during the interview. Also, have many copies of all your credentials and understand direction to the office.


5. Don’t come late

If you go late to an interview you are creating a bad impression for yourself. Do your home by knowing how long it takes to get to the venue. You

should consider traffic, getting lost on the way or locating the building and gathering your thoughts before the interview begins. You should be

at the office at least 30 minutes before the interview commences. This will help you to gather your thought, read through your CV’s and build

confidence before the interview.

Read the concluding part here: [url]/www.acies360.com/2018/11/06/how-to-nail-your-interview-like-a-pro/][/url]

The success of every interview is dependent on the skills you display. This determines either you are getting the job or not. However, there are

professional ways of handling an interview. These are:



[b]1. Research about the position you are applying for[/b]


Take time to diligently study the description of the post you are applying for. This helps you to know what exactly the company is looking for and

it gives you confident in preparing for the interview. Once you ascertain that, tailor your CV to match the description of the post. Ensure you

prepare your CV according to the post you are applying for.


2.[b]Master your CV[/b]

Every information on your CV must be imprinted in your brain. As a potential candidate, you must know your CV as you know your name. An

interviewer could ask you question based on the information you have provided in the CV. Answering intelligently on the previous post and how it

relates with the current post you are applying for will give the employer or interviewer confident that you are right for the job.


3.Research the company

It is absolutely imperative to learn about the company you are applying for before you proceed for an interview. You need to understand the

vision and mission, philosophy, core values, the year the company was founded and the organisational structure of the company. By so doing,

you will be able to tailor your answers and the company will be sure you there for a serious business and that you have done your own

homework. This aspect is being considered as essential. So, take it serious.


4. Be prepared

Preparation precedes luck. The level of your preparation determines how well you performed in an interview. Having, done all the aforementioned

you need to sit down and prepare for the interview. You must rehearse, rehearse and rehearse. Include in your bag all necessary tools (pen,

notepads etc.) you may need during the interview. Also, have many copies of all your credentials and understand direction to the office.


5. Don’t come late

If you go late to an interview you are creating a bad impression for yourself. Do your home by knowing how long it takes to get to the venue. You

should consider traffic, getting lost on the way or locating the building and gathering your thoughts before the interview begins. You should be

at the office at least 30 minutes before the interview commences. This will help you to gather your thought, read through your CV’s and build

confidence before the interview.


Read the concluding part here: [url][/url]https://www.acies360.com/2018/11/06/how-to-nail-your-interview-like-a-pro/

The benefits of working out with family are enormous and cannot be hidden. Sometimes hitting the gym might be laborious as many factors may impede you from doing that. At times you might hit the gym and no one there to give you morale. However, you get the much needed motivation from your folks. Your family members are your first gym partners. They help in achieving your desired results. The below are the benefits of working out with your family but not limited to:

It promotes Love: The bond will be strong. It would be laborious to organise work out if there is no cordial relationship. When you work out together, the love in the family goes a new level.

It gives extra motivation and encouragement: You spend more time with your family than anyone else. If everyone has interest in physical activities, starting exercise becomes so easy to commence. Your daughter could say let’s go for a walk and your son could say let’s go for jogging.

It reduces cost: The cost of registering in a gym may be high and the transportation cost may be high as well. This factor tops the lists of why people don’t work out. So, working out with your family requires low or no cost.

You set examples for your children: Your children already understand what you do. You know exercise is good but that’s not enough to convince the children. They learn by what you do. From there, they understand the importance. Reports show that many children have developed interests by watching their parents train. Once you can out them into action, they will surely inculcate that habit.

It promotes long life habits: It becomes a habit in the family. Every member of the family becomes ingrained and accustomed to working out. It becomes the family routine.

It is fun: Your son may laugh at how you are jogging. There will be some humorous moment which will make it a fun-packed moment. It can also serve as a reminder for another one.

I hope you start today?

The benefits of working out with family are enormous and cannot be hidden. Sometimes hitting the gym might be laborious as many factors may impede you from doing that. At times you might hit the gym and no one there to give you morale. However, you get the much needed motivation from your folks. Please note that, your family members are your first gym partners. They help in achieving your desired results. The below are the benefits of working out with your family but not limited to:

1. It promotes love.

2. It gives extra motivation and encouragement.

3. It reduces cost.

4. You set examples for your children.

5. It promotes long life habits.

6. You save yourself from going do the gym which sometimes be cumbersome.

I hope you begin today?