We all have really great ideas, but like it is said, “Ideas are a dime a dozen”.  What separates those who dream from those who are making things happen is the execution.   Here are a few tips to make sure you achieve those BIG dreams of yours.

1. Build your business around something you LOVE.  Passion is important if you intend to go the long-haul.

2. Ensure you are solving a problem with your business idea. You need to be helping people and providing value for them to be interested in what you are selling.

3. Write down your plans.  There is power in the written word.  Put together a business plan that states what you want to achieve and how. This helps you to focus along the way, and keeps everything in sight.

4. Give back, for it is in giving that we receive. Find a way for your business to give back to society, either through lifting up people or your environment.

5. Take advantage of Social media, no one lives in a bubble anymore.  Harness its power for good either through marketing, sales, information or communication.

6. Build a STRONG team.  You cannot do it alone. Find people who are live minded and partner with them, either as employees, business partners, mentors and advisers.

7. Business will always have challenges. Take each one at a time and deal with it.  Don’t try and solve all challenges at once, Rome was not built in a day.

8. Invest in yourself.  You cannot give what you do not have.  Learn from mistakes, go for training, get a mentor, take some time out, exercise and stay healthy.  Build your strength and character to be able to achieve your DREAMS.