Ernie Bray

February 9, 2021

Be A Positive Force In Business

Ernie Bray

February 9, 2021

For those of you thinking of starting a business and dreaming of success, you might be asking yourself, “How can I do this and not become the ruthless “jerk” stereotype some think business leaders are?”

Ernie Bray

December 11, 2020

Business, Entrepreneurship, Leadership, Motivation, Startup

Reality Vs. Fiction

Ernie Bray

December 11, 2020

Business, Entrepreneurship, Leadership, Motivation, Startup

I’m sure you’ve seen the obligatory picture of “entrepreneurs” boarding the “private jet” to fly off to some imaginary amazing destination. They pose in deep thought as they gaze out the window with the aura of success.

Ernie Bray

October 14, 2020

Business, Entrepreneurship, Startup

Is It True Entrepreneurs Get Little Sleep?

Ernie Bray

October 14, 2020

Business, Entrepreneurship, Startup

I’ve been asked this question many times. See, there’s the myth out there of the driven entrepreneur that grinds away into the late hours of the night and early morning. It may sound admirable and it makes for great stories

Ernie Bray

July 12, 2020

Business, Career, Entrepreneurship, Inspiration, Motivation, Success

Want Fast Results? Change Your Mindset.

Ernie Bray

July 12, 2020

Business, Career, Entrepreneurship, Inspiration, Motivation, Success

If you spend any amount of time on the internet you’ll see fairly quickly that “overnight” success is what catches the eyes of many aspiring entrepreneurs. Achieving goals and making huge progress fast is what we all want. That’s right, everyone dreams of overnight success but reality is much much different.

Ernie Bray

June 15, 2020

Business, Entrepreneurship, Startup, Success

Customer Service Can Make Or Break Your Business

Ernie Bray

June 15, 2020

Business, Entrepreneurship, Startup, Success

It’s almost ridiculous that I’m even writing this but what we assume is seemingly common sense in today’s workplace is often uncommon. When growing a business there are vital essentials you must have from your team otherwise you’ll end up delivering a poor product.

Ernie Bray

April 20, 2020

Business, Career, Entrepreneurship, Inspiration, Motivation, Success, Think

Adversity Can Lead To Breakthroughs

Ernie Bray

April 20, 2020

Business, Career, Entrepreneurship, Inspiration, Motivation, Success, Think

In business and in life you are going to have to face adversity. Often, some of your toughest times can lead to your biggest breakthroughs.

Ernie Bray

March 10, 2020

Business, Entrepreneurship, Startup

How To Handle Rejection When Starting A Business

Ernie Bray

March 10, 2020

Business, Entrepreneurship, Startup

There’s not doubt about it, rejection is no fun. Unfortunately if you want to win in business you have to be ready to accept it. The key is to not internalize it.

Ernie Bray

February 5, 2020

Entrepreneurship, Business, Leadership

Keys To Being A Great CEO

Ernie Bray

February 5, 2020

Entrepreneurship, Business, Leadership

In my opinion the CEO has to be the inspirational and defining leader of the company. They have to embody what the core of the company is and bring the vision to life. Here’s 6 things on a basic level that you have to be able to do.

Ernie Bray

January 27, 2020

Business, Entrepreneurship, Startup

Set Yourself Up For Success As An Entrepreneur

Ernie Bray

January 27, 2020

Business, Entrepreneurship, Startup

A few quick thoughts on setting yourself up for success as an entrepreneur. Remember it’s not what many will lead you to believe. It’s a lot of hard work!

Ernie Bray

January 9, 2020

Business, Entrepreneurship, Inspiration, Motivation, Startup

Is It Too Late To Start A Business?

Ernie Bray

January 9, 2020

Business, Entrepreneurship, Inspiration, Motivation, Startup

Not at all. Becoming an entrepreneur is not about your age but whether you have the drive and creativity to make it happen. When I graduated from college, I had no idea how to really start a business so I ended up working in a cubicle at a dead-end job.

Ernie Bray

December 17, 2019

Entrepreneurship, Business

The Reality Of Entrepreneurship

Ernie Bray

December 17, 2019

Entrepreneurship, Business

Here’s 15 nuggets of reality when it comes to entrepreneurship. While some paint a picture of fast cash, houses and money. The reality is much different.

Ernie Bray

October 12, 2019

Entrepreneurship, Business

Get In The Game As An Entrepreneur

Ernie Bray

October 12, 2019

Entrepreneurship, Business

Becoming an entrepreneur takes guts. Instead of sitting on the sidelines and watching, you’re actually stepping onto the field and taking up the challenge. The challenge to attempt something big!

Ernie Bray

August 8, 2019

Business, Entrepreneurship, Motivation, Success

How Do You Handle Self Doubt As An Entrepreneur?

Ernie Bray

August 8, 2019

Business, Entrepreneurship, Motivation, Success

You’re always going to have self doubt. We’re human. The key is to take the doubt, acknowledge it and then lock it away. Spend your energy and focus on your mission which should be building a successful business.

Ernie Bray

April 3, 2019

Entrepreneurship, Business

My Top 7 CEO Productivity Hacks

Ernie Bray

April 3, 2019

Entrepreneurship, Business

Almost everyone wants the shortcut to success. They want to “hack” their way to results without having to go through the long slog it takes to figure out the way forward. For those of you looking for a few nuggets, here you go!

Ernie Bray

March 20, 2019

Entrepreneurship, Business, Leadership

Tomorrow’s CEO Must Be An Active People Leader

Ernie Bray

March 20, 2019

Entrepreneurship, Business, Leadership

The role of the CEO has always been split between management and leadership. In the past, however, the emphasis tended to be on management. The CEO set the goals, developed the strategies, and kept an eye on the competition while serving as the public face of the company.

Ernie Bray

March 5, 2019

Business, Entrepreneurship, Think

8 Tips For Bootstrapping Your Business

Ernie Bray

March 5, 2019

Business, Entrepreneurship, Think

If you’re going to start a company, chances are you won’t get funding and you’ll have to do it on your own. Yes, that’s right. You’re going to have to put your own money in and risk it all. So what are some tips when your own money is on the line?

Ernie Bray

February 20, 2019

Business, Entrepreneurship, Motivation, Sales, Startup

Unsellable

Ernie Bray

February 20, 2019

Business, Entrepreneurship, Motivation, Sales, Startup

You're working hard, trying to build your business and you're out pitching to prospects. Inevitably you are going to hit some tough customers. Ones who aren't merely difficult, they are looking to make sure you don't get the business because they have their own agenda.

Ernie Bray

January 27, 2019

Business, Sales, Success, Entrepreneurship

6 Ways To Ramp Up Your Sales

Ernie Bray

January 27, 2019

Business, Sales, Success, Entrepreneurship

From my perspective when you need to ramp up sales, you first and foremost need to have an active pipeline. If your pipeline of leads is empty that’s a big problem.

Ernie Bray

January 1, 2019

Business, Entrepreneurship, Inspiration, Motivation, Success, Think

7 Tips For Entrepreneurs In 2019

Ernie Bray

January 1, 2019

Business, Entrepreneurship, Inspiration, Motivation, Success, Think

When you wake up each day, get excited about what you want to accomplish. Every day is a new start and a chance to make a difference. Don’t let the day control you. Get out and make something good happen. Don't focus on what you could have done yesterday but instead focus on what you will do today.

Ernie Bray

December 17, 2018

Entrepreneurship, Business, Startup, Think

What Nobody Tells You About Starting A Company

Ernie Bray

December 17, 2018

Entrepreneurship, Business, Startup, Think

If you knew the truth of how hard it is, you’d probably run away fast as you can. What?!! Why would a guy like me say such a thing? Well, today we live in a world where many feel entitled to success without having to do much of anything.