Archive for January, 2011
Don’t Burn Bridges (Just Cross Them Carefully the Second Time Around)
Jan 27th
“Never cut what you can untie.” – Joseph Joubert
In Steven Schussler’s book, It’s A Jungle In There, Chapter 26 talks about bridges and crossing them a second time. At some point in your entrepreneurial life (maybe at many points) someboby is going to disappoint you or, possibly, take advantage of you. When this happens, should you just write this person off and decide to work with him again? To learn more about what Steven has to share on this topic in his book go to It’s A Jungle In There to order your autographed copy.
People – Have a Caring Attitude Toward All Living Things
Jan 17th
Chapter 20 of It’s A Jungle In There by Steven Schussler is about PEOPLE. Do you care about the feelings and needs of others and take active steps to help them achieve their personal goals? Think back for a moment and identify someone you really respect — somebody for whom, if he asked you to go to the ends of the Earth, you would make the trip. Chances are this somebody is a person who cared about you. Giving others the sense you care about them is one of the most important elements when it comes to make a positive impression on them. This and many more Inspiring Lessons, Hard-Won Insights and Other Acts of Entrepreneurial Daring are written in Steven Schussler’s book “It’s A Jungle In There”.
“I will pay more for the ability to deal with people than any other ability under the sun.” John D. Rockefeller
Steven Schussler: ‘I’m not one who gives up’
Jan 16th
Steven Schussler: ‘I’m not one who gives up’
Creative stunts helped Steven Schussler launch his career and later get Rainforest Cafe off the ground.
By WENDY LEE, Star Tribune
Before Steven Schussler created and sold the Rainforest Cafe, his neighbors thought he was into black magic.
Schussler spent nearly $400,000 turning his St. Louis Park home into his concept, with sound systems, waterfalls, 40 tropical birds, two 150-pound tortoises and other exotic animals.
He painted his ceilings black, so that when the greenery couldn’t cover all parts of the wall the rainforest facade would look more real. He spent nights crying and at times, even he questioned whether he was psychotic.
read more…http://www.schusslercreative.com/press_articles.html
MOJO Minnesota Presentation
Jan 14th
I was a keynote speaker at a recent MoJo Minnesota event. What a great group of agitators and entrepreneurs . Thank you Bradley Lehrman and Ernest Grumbles for hosting this event and Cathy Paper for facilitating. We had a great time and you had a great audience with a lot of great questions. Attached are some photos.
Steven
I Dream … Therefore I Can …
Jan 14th
Do you enjoy using your imagination to dream up new ideas, products, or services that could generate profits in the marketplace?
Chapter 4 – 5 P’s of Success of It’s A Jungle In There book by Steven Schussler
5 P’s of Success – Chapter 16 Persist and Prevail
Jan 13th
It’s A Jungle In There – 5 P’s of Success – Chapter 16 Persist and Prevail
“A diamond is a lump of coal that stuck with it.” – ANONYMOUS
Do you give up easily or are you willing to pursue your goals with tenacity and determination? Steven Schussler
It’s A Jungle In There Book – Personality
Jan 12th
The Importance of Passion: If you were independently wealthy and never had to work a day in your life, would you still choose to spend your time attempting to become a successful entrepreneur? Steven Schussler and It’s A Jungle In There
Neighborhood House Corporate Round Table
Jan 10th
Steven Schussler Keynote Speaker at Neighborhood House Corporate Round Table
Topic: Strategic Partnerships, Innovation and Entrepreneurism
Date: Wednesday, January 19, 2011
Time: 7:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.
Location: Neighborhood House
Private
The 5 P’s of Entrepreneurial Success
Jan 10th
In any economy, in any job market, whatever the size of the initial budget you just can’t keep a good entrepreneur down. No one knows that better than Steven Schussler, the man behind the Rainforest Cafe and a host of other wildly successful projects.
Learn more about the 5 P’s of Entrepreneurial Success in his book “It’s A Jungle In There” Personality: The Role of Risk-Taking in Entrepreneurial Success: Many people prefer to play it safe when it comes to business matters. Are you willing to take risks in the pursuit of entrepreneurial success? Steven Schussler
CCIM Speaking Engagement Success
Jan 7th
The CCIM Presentation last night was a huge success – what a great group! Thank you Carol Ebert, and Brad Pfaff for hosting this event and thank you Robert, Wendy, Brad, Gene, Carol and others for all your great questions! Thank you for your support of buying my book “It’s A Jungle In There” 100% of the sale of my book go to Smile Network International, a Minnesota-based humanitarian organization that provides reconstructive surgeries to impoverished children and young adults around the world.
Enjoy the read and the rollercoaster ride. Remember, “Sweat the Small Stuff”, “No is a Yes waiting to happen!” Steven Schussler