Ronika commented on the following stories on BizSugar
Make sure your business isn't a one-shot deal
"I would love some fries with that :) Unpredictability is one of the most difficult aspects of self employment, which is why I've been contemplating recurring revenue streams. It is nice to be able to depend on a source of income when your core business is slow, or even better while sipping margaritas on a beach in Hawaii "The “ouch” in “voucher”…
"I've never liked gift certificates for exactly the reasons that you indicated (the breakage factor) and for the lack of thought and imagination that goes into giving them. I would much rather get a 50 dollar bill that I can spend anywhere than being forced to spend it at a specific place."The “ouch” in “voucher”…
"Hi Shawn, I see your point about getting a gift card for a favourite indulgence that you might not buy if you had cash. I also agree that it can make for a great corporate incentive. My major problem with them, I guess, is that they are often used as gift currency. You are obligated to give a gift (Christmas, birthdays) so rather than putting some thought into it, it is easier to give a gift card. This, to me, sort of defeats the purpose of giving a gift in the first place. In reality, of course, there are occasions when gifts are obligatory and I suppose it's better than a bad sweater or pack of tube socks. "How to Be Less Forgetful: 17 Task Tracking Tips for Business Owners
":) That actually happens to me frequently! I've bumped into people and have had to talk to them for a few minutes just to remember who they are. The worse is when you are in the situation when you have to introduce someone and you have no idea what their name is. I've tended to rely on my memory a lot, but recently I have so much more to keep track of that it has been necessary to ensure that I have some sort of system. I think I've found one that works. Thanks, Yoni!"A Business Diatribe: My Problem with the Fitness Industry (How It Puts Us In Mortal Danger Every Day!)
"It can be difficult for some business owners to disassociate themselves from unethical activities as often they come with significant profits. However, anything that makes you sleep less well at night should be examined very closely as ultimately it impacts your quality of life. Thanks for the thought provoking post, Yoni."Subscribe
My Business Story: How I Transformed Disability and Despair into a Career as a Professional Writer
"I guess you can honestly say that you are one in a billion :) This is an amazing and inspirational story, Yoni and a wonderful insight. I can imagine how difficult this must have been to share, but I'm glad that you did. "