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A collection of lessons learned, tips, suggestions,
observations, ideas and thoughts including some guest posts,
to ​fuel your personal and business lives.

How Much Do You Want It?

6/26/2017

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We all have wants and needs but are we really ready to do what it takes? In this information age there is no shortage of experts, coaches, mentors and a myriad of ways to get the answer to how do I achieve X.

So if the answers are so easily and readily available why don't we just go out and get what we want? As a species we have learned to count on others for far too much. It can come free and typically with no effort. Excuses for not taking action are quickly adopted. Acceptance of not having or not having more is the norm and we slowly spiral down or remain in a state of no change on cruise control.

Many people set goals, work hard, change and adjust to their new circumstances and experience success. Of course these are the 'LUCKY' ones. We know that's not true. They just wanted it badly enough to work for it.

So if others can do it and the help is there for the asking why are you not moving forward? Maybe it's because you don't want to. You need to ask yourself, what is holding me back from having what I want? 

Is it simply not knowing what you want? There are many resources to help you figure out what you want. So that's not it. What is keeping you where you are?

When you can answer that single question you may find the path to where you want to be is right in front of you and it's time to take the first step.

As Lewis Carroll said: 

'If you don't know where you are going, any road will take you there.'

As The Rolling Stones sang: 

'You can't always get what you want, but if you try sometimes, well you just might find, you get what you need.'

Take action now, Eric

If you want to 'Get The Triple Effect' - Sell your business for 3 times more and 3 times faster. Let's talk. 

Ask yourself right now, how much do you want it? 

Call me directly 416-270-2466 or email for an appointment eric@warrenbdc.com.
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It's Father's Day, Let's Set A Good Example

6/20/2017

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I didn't start out to write this weeks email about me personally, but sometimes it just goes that way.

My Father passed away when I was eighteen years old. He was only 51. While not with me physically, he has always been a part of my life. A good and just influence.

He danced to his own music and lived his life as short as it was, his way. Helping people, both friends and strangers, while never expecting anything in return. 

He set a fine example of what it means to be a good person and will be remembered as someone who truly  cared about others. More importantly, he took action to make their lives better.

I will think of him fondly today, trust I am living a life that honours him and will continue to pass his spirit on to my children and grandchildren.

As written on his tombstone.  
'He was never too small for big jobs nor too big for small jobs.' 
Something we can all aspire to live by.

Cheers, Eric
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Waiting Too Long = Missing The Opportunity.

6/1/2017

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It's NOT OK to wait any longer. You can deny it all you want. 

If you're a boomer aged business owner (or know one), you know in your heart it's time to start the transition. 

​More than likely you are already taking the steps needed to move on with the next exciting stage in your life. By your choice or not it is happening. The train has left the station. 

10 Ways Boomers Know They're Already In Change Mode
  1. Reviewing your current will. 
  2. Taking a hard look at your personal finances.
  3. Planning longer vacations. 
  4. Working with a personal trainer or at least walking more. 
  5. Downsizing your home.
  6. Managing the affairs/care of an aging parent. 
  7. Attending graduation of and or marrying off your youngest child. 
  8. Re-purposing the extra bedroom. 
  9. Investigating locations for a winter home.
  10. Thinking about the future of the company.  
  11. Add your own.________________________

It's been a good run and you accomplished quite a bit with the company but it's time to let go. Get on with your life. I know I hear it all the time, you don't know what you will do if you sell or transition. You also don't know what you'll be missing.

 Still not convinced?
 
Here Are 7 Triggers To Selling Your Business
  1. Negative event i.e. spouse or owner gets sick or dies. 
  2. Partner wants out. 
  3. You want to sell but partner does not.  
  4. Industry is changing and you are not prepared to. 
  5. Kids are not taking over i.e. do not want the business, or are unqualified. 
  6. Want to improve life enjoyment i.e. time with family, spouse, travel. 
  7. Need money from sale to finance retirement.

Anything Sound familiar? 

How about you take a comfortable first step. Please feel free to contact me at 416-270-2466 and we can have a brief conversation by telephone. Or email me at eric@warrenbdc.com to schedule a call. I've been told I'm easy to talk to.

If you like, visit our website first www.warrenbdc.com, see who we are and how we might be able to help you move forward.

There are two sides to an Exit Plan conversation: Emotional and Business. It's in your best interest to understand both. 

If you're thinking about transitioning out of your company, you need to hear this interview. So grab a cool beverage, sit back and enjoy. Click Here
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