Business Video Roundup: Leadership Mistakes, Staying Motivated & Building an Empire
This week’s roundup of helpful videos for entrepreneurs and small-business owners includes Gary Vaynerchuk and Jessica Alba on building a business empire, Brian Tracy on the three biggest leadership mistakes people make (and how to avoid them), and Brendon Burchard on how to stay motivated. Then Marie Forleo takes staying motivated one step further and delves into finding the courage to keep going when you feel like throwing in the towel. Finally, Evan Carmichael presents the Top 10 Rules of Success for entrepreneur, bestselling author, and TV personality Mel Robbins.
Gary Vaynerchuk: Jessica Alba and Building a Business Empire
In this 12-minute video, Gary Vaynerchuk invites us along to his daily business meetings and even a quick fireside chat with Jessica Alba about building a successful business.
Brian Tracy: The 3 Biggest Leadership Mistakes People Make Today
“Empower others to perform at their best by continually reminding them how good they are and how much you believe in them,” Brian Tracy says. In this eight-minute video he lays out the three biggest leadership mistakes business owners are making today and offers advice on how to avoid them.
Brendon Burchard: How to Stay Motivated
Sometimes we all need a little refresher on how to stay motivated.
Marie Forleo: Find the Courage to Keep Going When You Feel Like Giving Up
And sometimes we all need a little inspiration to keep going in the face of the challenges that are seemingly trying their hardest to knock us down. If that’s you right now, watch this video.
Evan Carmichael: Mel Robbins’s Top 10 Rules for Success
Evan Carmichael presents the Top 10 Rules for Success according to Mel Robbins, the mega-successful entrepreneur, bestselling author, and television personality. The bonus rules are actionable: take notes, plan your week, and live your vision. Get started.
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