Here is another blog entry from the SPARK event that myself and 30 StfX students attended on October 6th in Saint John NB. This blog entry is a summary of the keynote that Donald Trump delivered.

There's no such thing as personal business and work business, it's simply your business, twenty-four hours per day.  You are your own storefront, your own manager and your own brand, so don't mess it up by making bad business decisions in life.

Here are some of Donald's time tested rules for anyone working in business that will help you impress people and in return make money:                                                              

 1. Be on time

Punctuality is essential. You should never tolerate late arrivals and missed deadlines for yourself or from anyone else.

2. Do your Homework

Wasting other people's time due to poor planning and thoughtlessness will only leave a bad impression.

3. Make a mental dossier on people

Before meeting people for the first time, do some research on them. People will be flattered if you reference a deal you know they've done or a charity they're involved in.

4. Remember people's names and small details about them

People love to hear their names and their stories said out load

5. Be honest

Most people can smell a lie and will appreciate honesty, even if it's not exactly what they want to be hearing.

6. Let other people talk

Any business conversation should be two sided

7. Be self deprecating and disarming

Don't be a bulldozer in business; save your hardest edge for when you need it the most.

In summing up his keynote, Donald told the audience if you are intent on big success then take away these points:

• Think Big
• Stay focused
• Be paranoid (keep your guard up)
• Be passionate
• Don't ever give up
• Love what you are doing

To be a winner, you must think like a winner. Try it. You'll be surprised. And before long, you might be thinking like a billionaire.