Tag Archives: entrepreneurism

What it means to be Extraordinary

I thought I would share an excerpt from my book, I.D.E.A. to Exit: An Entrepreneurial Journey.  It is one of the last chapters and it holds a lot of special meanings that are reflective of the entrepreneur.  “Entrepreneurs are ordinary people that do extraordinary things.” —Jeff Weber  Extraordinary is one of my favorite adjectives. It [...]

What they’re saying…

I wanted to share what people like you are saying about I.D.E.A. to Exit: An Entrepreneurial Journey.  I wrote this book for you, sharing the same desire to hear and learn what it takes and how to know about becoming an entrepreneur.  How do I take action on an idea – and should I?  What [...]

Weekend Projects

It is very difficult to describe the feeling of owning your own business – more so, the feeling of building your own business from scratch.  Regardless of the level of sales you reach the feeling of accomplishment in bringing a company from nothing to something, especially one that is bootstrapped, is incredible.   One analogy I [...]

From Basement to Big Time, Applying an Entrepreneurial Spirit for Success

“From Basement to Big Time”,  Applying an Entrepreneurial Spirit for Success  The RN Group (Robert Rosenthal & Patrick Nimrod) invites you to an event featuring keynote speaker:  Jeffrey A. Weber   Author of “I.D.E.A. to Exit: An Entrepreneurial Journey” Join Glenview Native and author Jeff Weber as he discusses his entrepreneurial journey from basement to big [...]

Attention Entrepreneurs & Entrepreneurial Dreamers.

Attention Entrepreneurs & Entrepreneurial Dreamers. My new book, I.D.E.A. to Exit: An Entrepreneurial Journey was written specifically for you. This engaging true story educates and motivates with a host of new unique methodologies on innovation, change, scaling, sales, understanding your Risk Box, establishing IP to position yourself for exit and more! Most entrepreneurs fail to [...]

I routinely put myself into situations where I can fail – and that is good. It shows I am stretching myself to my very limits.

This phrase just came to me as I was preparing for a talk before a group of independent direct sales professionals.  I wish I had it in the book, but here it is now for you to apply: I routinely put myself into situations where I can fail – and that is good.  It shows I [...]

Lessons Learned By Entrepreneurs (Since Hindsight is 20/20)

Lessons Learned By Entrepreneurs (Since Hindsight is 20/20) Insights into the Biggest Myths and Misconceptions About Entrepreneurship from Those Who Have Been There Entrepreneurs usually go into business wearing some lovely rose-colored glasses, only to learn that there are a whole host of myths and misconceptions about owning your own business. I asked a variety [...]

What makes someone activate to become an entrepreneur?

My answer to this question is my Entrepreneurial formula that looks like this: I.D.E.A. + Situation + Opportunity = Entrepreneurial Activation The idea is central to any new business/venture.  One’s personal and professional situation must meet certain requirements to accept the prospect of pursing the idea. Finally, the opportunity for the idea must be timely.  [...]

From Corporate Job to Entrepreneur – How?

I was at the top of my game back in 1994 working for the leading educational software distributor in the US, when I pitched to my boss an idea to expand into what was then an untapped market. I was all excited and spent time researching when I presented what I thought was sure to be my next big move within the company. Quickly I was shot down, as it was stated that they had already considered this market in the past and they did not feel it was their space. I was devastated, as I knew in my heart it was the right move.