Listen to just how crazy this time of year gets for retailers (online or brick and mortar), and how to balance work and life (or not).

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The most common phase of entrepreneurship is the Farmer Phase. This is where most entrepreneurs abide—not by choice but because it’s where they get stuck.

You’re on this planet for a reason. You have a purpose. Don’t let it die inside you so that you can live a safe life.

Retirement has changed. Where our parents went from 100% work to 0% work, the new economy allows us to go from 80% to 20%. Or from 53% to 47%. Or anything we can create.

Owner of Showtime Strength & Performance, Nick Showman reflects his first year of gym ownership.