Business

Everybody has ideas. And many people have good or even great ideas. But the difference is action and implementation. The people who simply dream ideas but don’t implement them will get left in the dust and eternally wonder, “What could have been if …” I’ve had many ideas myself … most of them fill steno…

It goes without saying that most people want to work with people they actually like. Ever had the misery of working with a poisonous coworker? Sure you did. And it stinks, doesn’t it? Multiply that impact if you’re a small business or a small team. It goes without saying that if teams enjoy each other…

I’m trying to get more work-life balance and after recently reading The Janitor (at the suggestion of my buddy Ray Griffin), I’ve had some good time of reflection and readjustment. It’s helped me frame some things in my life that have been spiraling out of control and causing me and our business problems. I’m a…

Every time we identify a new market, or consider a new venture or solution, I try to run through these questions before committing the time, energy and manpower: How large is the market? And the profit potential? How competitive is it? Do we have a unique niche or advantage to exploit? How costly will it…

Reading The E-Myth for the first time several years ago changed my view of business and entrepreneurship. It’s has been one of the most significant influences on my business life and views. Consequently at iThemes, we talk a lot about our McProcess — the system for doing what we do, which, in general, is WordPress…