"Ano bang trend ngayon?"

"Ano bang trend ngayon?"

Many aspiring entrepreneurs start with this question. But they fail to see that a trend may lead in two different directions – the upward trend and the down trend.

Copying a business concept because it's "uso" is one of the riskiest thing you can do. Don't assume that if it worked for them, that it will work for you too.


Look at what the market really needs, take inventory of your competencies, and then ask yourself if this is something you'd be willing to work hard on. 

Take that into consideration and then develop a product, a service or a concept that people (your customers) won't find elsewhere. 

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YENG REMULLA is the author of the best-selling books Productive Pinoy & Start Something. An entrepreneur for 15 years, a real estate investor and the founder partner of START LEARNING.

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"HELP ME"

When a leader says "Help me." It's not weakness, but a sign of maturity. 

Mature leaders know they can't do it by themselves. They are not insecure, but instead, they allow others to fill in, to complement, or even to take charge of tasks they know they can't do themselves.

"Who gets the credit?" 

It doesn't matter. Good leaders are purpose-driven, not popularity-driven. In fact, they are prone to make unpopular choices or decisions all the time.

I'm privileged to have known two men who do this well. They're both leaders in their own field or calling. And this September, it's an honor for me to speak with them. 

If you're free this coming September 14, I hope you could join us too. For sure this will be fun! More details here: http://tinyurl.com/jumpstartevent

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ATTEND THE BOOK LAUNCH

I'd like to invite you to join me this Friday, May 31 for the official launch of my newest book, START SOMETHING. 

Whether you're planning to start a business, to shift into a new career or to showcase your art, this book will help you get started. 

I'll be giving a 15 minute talk during the event too.

This is a free event! To join us, simply register below. 

Where and When: May 31, 2013 • 5pm–8pm • POWERBOOKS Greenbelt 4.

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DON'T JUST SELL MORE BUT SERVE MORE

The tendency of a 'traditional sales person' is to coerce you into buying more than what you really need, into something more expensive, or into a product that's more profitable for them. This is a technique known as upselling.

That push doesn't always lead to customer satisfaction, but often times bring distrusts. 

Instead of pushing to get more, why not give or serve more?

The best way to build your business is through generosity. Your customers will return the favor by giving you their loyalty.

Shift your sales mindset from "upselling" to "upserving." 

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My business partner and Sales Coach, Mr. Bob Barcebal, will conduct another run of "Win in Your First 30 Days in Sales Workshop" this coming Saturday, October 26 @ The Malayan Plaza Hotel. This is ideal for entrepreneurs, freelancers, and sales professionals.

We're glad to witness this learning session into becoming one of the most in-demand sales seminar in Manila. For more details or to register, visit: http://tinyurl.com/winoct26

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