Daily Archives: May 18, 2011

Serial Entrepreneurs Always See Opportunities

It seems like Gabriella Redding can’t help herself. She went from being a tattoo artist to the founder of a multi-million dollar hula hoop fitness company and as if she doesn’t have enough to do, she also has a company called bottleyourowndamnwater.com.

I came across this interview with her on Forbes.com and it reinforced for me that great entrepreneurs always see opportunities where others see gaps. For Green Light Entrepreneurs like Gabrielle, learning and acting in motion is a way of life. Gabrielle didn’t wait for the light to turn green, no, she found an alternative route. At every turn there is a green light, an opportunity to explore, build, create and GOOOOO!

When you watch this video notice how Gabriella talks about seeing a challenge and solving it. At every turn she questions and answers. Your great idea could be an “if only” question away!

To help you do this, I’ve also attached the If Only Template that I use with many aspiring entrepreneurs. Carry it around with you and write down every time you experience an “if only” moment. Then brainstorm some ideas to solve it. Click here to download If Only PDF.

http://video.forbes.com/fvn/business/tattoo-artist-to-ceo