All posts by Adelaide Lancaster

Adelaide Lancaster is an entrepreneur, consultant, speaker, and co-author of The Big Enough Company: Creating a business that works for you (Portfolio/Penguin). She is also the co-founder of In Good Company Workplaces, a first-of-its-kind community, learning center, and co-working space for women entrepreneurs in New York City. She is also a contributor to The Huffington Post and writes The Big Enough Company blog for Forbes.com. She lives in St. Louis, MO with her husband, daughter, and son. You can follow her on Twitter here and here and on Facebook too.

May 8, 2012, No comments

There’s a time in every new business when you have to don at least a dozen hats. But there also comes a time when you should narrow your focus. Try this exercise to uncover how you should really be spending your time.

8 Rules to Stay Productive When You Work for Yourself

April 24, 2012, 5 Comments

Working from home or for yourself is great, but it can also be tough to stay on track. So we’ve pulled together the best tips out there for staying productive, even when you’re your own boss.

The 25 People You Need in Your Network

April 10, 2012, 3 Comments

When it comes to business relationships, it’s not quantity that matters—it’s quality. If you’re an entrepreneur (or an aspiring one!), read on for the 25 most important people to have in your network.

4 To-Dos for the “Someday” Entrepreneur

March 6, 2012, 4 Comments

What’s the difference between people who want to start business and those who actually do? Being comfortable with the experience of entrepreneurship! If you dream of someday being your own boss, here are four things that will help you do just that.

9 Ways to Get Inspired from Your Desk
February 7, 2012, 1 Comment
Ever sit down at your desk in the morning struggling to find motivation for the day? Yeah, who hasn’t? But, turns out that a few small actions and habits can make all the difference in keeping your energy, creativity, and enthusiasm up.

Let Them Down Easy: 4 Ways to (Nicely) Say No
January 17, 2012, 1 Comment
As an entrepreneur, there’s no way you can say yes to everything, but that doesn’t make saying no any easier. But, we’ve got you covered! Next time you need to turn down a request, just try one of these four (non-cringe-inducing!) strategies.

4 Things I’ve Gained from Admitting “I Don’t Know”
January 3, 2012, 1 Comment
Think you should know everything about your new company or business venture? The truth is, you probably never will, so instead, get comfortable with what you don’t know. Here’s what you stand to gain by admitting what you still have to figure out.

Kicking the Crutch: When Does a Side Gig Stop Being Helpful?
December 20, 2011, No comments
Many entrepreneurs choose to start their companies on the side and grow them slowly over time. But, there comes a point when having another job can be standing in the way of your success. Here’s how to know when it’s time to ditch the side gig.

4 Ways to Stay Productive When You Answer to Yourself
December 6, 2011, 7 Comments
If you work from home or run your own business, you know that it’s pretty great to be your own boss. But ironically, it’s also pretty tough to manage yourself. Here are four surefire tactics to be productive and stay on track.

3 Bad Habits of Entrepreneurs and How to Break Them
November 22, 2011, 5 Comments
Entrepreneurs, it’s time to declare that some of our behaviors are not just circumstantial or part of the experience, but bona fide bad habits. Here are three that entrepreneurs are particularly prone to, and how to kick them for good.