Monthly Archives: March 2009

Win Free Spa Apparel

Posted on March 30, 2009 by Terry

Worn by celebrities, models and those in the know,our resort apparel is designed for comfort, performance and stylish leisure. We use French-Terry, and Peruvian cotton for uncompromising softness. Wear out apparel while jet-setting, to your private training session, or when meeting friends for cappuccino at your favorite cafe. See More at TravertineSpa.com Continue reading →

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Interview: Terry Carter: From Law to Luxury Body Care Products

Posted on March 22, 2009 by Terry

Carter’s advice to other attorneys seeking an alternate career? Life is too short to say, “I can’t” or “I’m afraid.” Whatever your passion is, only you can make the commitment to pursue it. Once you get through the mental roadblocks and fear, the entrepreneurial experience can be one of inexpressible joy. Continue reading →

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Looking For A Job. Get Creative

Posted on March 21, 2009 by Terry

“It would be discouraging but in the long run it’s: What is God’s will?” said Mark Heuer. “If it’s meant to be, He will honor me.

“I couldn’t have said that a year ago because of the stages you go through,” he said. “I’m beginning to mature myself … as a Christian.” Continue reading →

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My Interview On NPR: Despite Economy Self Starters Thrive

Posted on March 21, 2009 by Terry

“After all of this bad economic news, you may be thinking: Is there any upside to what we’re going through? Well, some entrepreneurs are not only surviving, but thriving.

For an insider’s view, Farai speaks with Terry Carter, founder of the successful skin care line Travertine Spa.”
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Social Networking

Posted on March 21, 2009 by Terry

IS SO IMPORTANT. No matter what size your business. The days of finding business in the yellow pages are over, which was a local source anyway.  With the web you want people to be able to find your product, services, … Continue reading →

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Link Of The Week

Posted on March 21, 2009 by Terry

Tons of advice. Ideas. Tips.  I love this site. http://startupnation.com/index.asp From the StartupNation website “StartupNation is a free service founded by entrepreneurs for entrepreneurs. We created this site to be your one-stop shop for entrepreneurial success, and we’re thrilled that … Continue reading →

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Need Some Free Advice?

Posted on March 21, 2009 by Terry

My dad is a serial entrepreneur so I am fortunate to call him for advice on very targeted issues.  I serve as an entrepreneurial coach to students at the California State University Fullerton. Need some local free advice. Check out … Continue reading →

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Start Up Cost Alternative: Barter

Posted on March 21, 2009 by Terry

I have learned that most people fear starting a business because of the financial risk. That risk is real. But if you were content with a repetitious 35 year worklife existence leaving a boring job at 4:58 to come home for a beer and an evening of [insert sitcom], you probably do not have the mindset of an entrepreneur. Continue reading →

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Others Will Help You Achieve Your Dream

Posted on March 21, 2009 by Terry

Passion is contagious.  When you commit to your business people will help you –because they are excited for you, and because you inspire something in them.  they will tell you so. There will be haters (we’ll talk about that later). … Continue reading →

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Watercooler

Posted on March 19, 2009 by Terry

One of the first things I noticed in my new life as an entrepreneur is that I didn’t have people to bounce ideas off of. Continue reading →

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