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We help entrepreneurs find focus for personal, professional, business, and financial success. George Krueger and Mary-Lynn Foster are the co-founders of BIGG Success. George is a serial business owner who also teaches Entrepreneurial Finance at the University of Illinois. Mary-Lynn is a veteran radio show host turned entrepreneur. We believe entrepreneurship isn't just an occupation; it's also a way of thinking which helps you take control, make better decisions, and reach your goals faster, whether or not you own a business. Subscribe to get fun, informative, and inspirational episodes from "The Professor and Mary-Lynn," that help you have an entrepreneur mindset and focus on the right moves to achieve BIGG success.
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Career Success with New Media

Career Success with New Media

The Bigg Success Show #562Career success comes from being visible in new media. Get resources and ideas from expert, Douglas E. Welch. Find a links to his sites along with a written summary of today's show at BIGGSUCCESS.COM.Thanks so much for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn-------------------------------------Enjoy our show? Consider writing a review for us in iTunes.
07:4710/03/2010
Bob Burg on Go Givers Sell More Part 3

Bob Burg on Go Givers Sell More Part 3

The Bigg Success Show #561We wrap up a three-part discussion with Bob Burg, author of Go-Givers Sell More. What is the MacGuffin in your business or career? Learn how to use this movie term to improve your sales. Find a link to Bob's book along with a written summary of today's show at BIGGSUCCESS.COM.Thanks so much for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn-------------------------------------Enjoy our show? Consider writing a review for us in iTunes.
05:4108/03/2010
Bob Burg on Go Givers Sell More Part 2

Bob Burg on Go Givers Sell More Part 2

The Bigg Success Show #560We continue a three-part discussion with Bob Burg, author of Go-Givers Sell More. In this segment, Bob addresses a common obstacle for people in sales, and puts to rest a common misunderstanding about Go-Givers that will help you sell more. Find a link to Bob's book along with a written summary of today's show at BIGGSUCCESS.COM.Thanks so much for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn-------------------------------------Enjoy our show? Consider writing a review for us in iTunes.
05:4704/03/2010
Bob Burg on Go Givers Sell More Part 1

Bob Burg on Go Givers Sell More Part 1

The Bigg Success Show #559We begin a three-part discussion with Bob Burg, author of Go-Givers Sell More. This segment focuses on overcoming the negative connotation of being a salesperson. Find a link to Bob's book along with a written summary of today's show at BIGGSUCCESS.COM.Thanks so much for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn-------------------------------------Enjoy our show? Consider writing a review for us in iTunes.
05:5002/03/2010
The Three Grand Essentials of Happiness

The Three Grand Essentials of Happiness

The Bigg Success Show #558The three grand essentials of happiness are do, love and hope according to this famous quote. Find a written summary of today's show at BIGGSUCCESS.COM.Thanks so much for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn-------------------------------------Enjoy our show? Consider writing a review for us in iTunes.
06:2426/02/2010
Why a Start Up Business is Like a Wedding

Why a Start Up Business is Like a Wedding

The Bigg Success Show #557A start-up business requires a wedding of resources to bring good luck. We look at something old, something new, something borrowed and something blue. Find a written summary of today's show at BIGGSUCCESS.COM.Thanks so much for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn-------------------------------------Enjoy our show? Consider writing a review for us in iTunes.
05:3524/02/2010
When Your Part Time Business Gets Knocked out by the Real World

When Your Part Time Business Gets Knocked out by the Real World

The Bigg Success Show #556Starting a business part-time creates its own challenges but there are ways to overcome them. Find a written summary of today's show at BIGGSUCCESS.COM.Thanks so much for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn-------------------------------------BIGG QUESTION: Do you have a part-time business? How do you manage it? Tell us using one of the contact methods below:Online: http://biggsuccess.comPhone: (toll free) 888-455-BIGGEmail: [email protected] our show? Consider writing a review for us in iTunes.
04:4422/02/2010
It Takes Four Eyes to See Your Future

It Takes Four Eyes to See Your Future

The Bigg Success Show #555 Bigg Success is life on your own terms. It's about entrepreneuring your life. In this show, we discuss four terms essential to reaching Bigg Success. Find a written summary of today's show at BIGGSUCCESS.COM. Thanks so much for listening! - George & Mary-Lynn ------------------------------------- Enjoy our show? Consider writing a review for us in iTunes.
06:4018/02/2010
Value is Not Created in the Executive Suite

Value is Not Created in the Executive Suite

The Bigg Success Show #554We use the new CBS show, Undercover Boss, to find four ways that corporate leaders can create value outside the executive suite. Find a written summary of today's show at BIGGSUCCESS.COM.Thanks so much for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn-------------------------------------Did you like today's show? Don't stay undercover! Let us know what you think!Comment online: http://biggsuccess.comCall us toll free: 888-455-BIGG (2444)----------------------Enjoy our show? Consider writing a review for us in iTunes.
06:4816/02/2010
Taking the Off Ramp from Social Networking

Taking the Off Ramp from Social Networking

The Bigg Success Show #553We discuss how a friend of ours built social capital by acting on a Facebook status update in the real world. Find a written summary of today's show at BIGGSUCCESS.COM.Thanks so much for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn-------------------------------------Enjoy our show? Consider writing a review for us in iTunes.
05:4212/02/2010
When Your Career Breaks Your Heart

When Your Career Breaks Your Heart

The Bigg Success Show #552We tell a love story, and discuss five ways to get over a broken heart when going through a career change. Find a written summary of today's show at BIGGSUCCESS.COM.Thanks so much for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn-------------------------------------Contact us:Comment online: http://biggsuccess.comCall us toll free: 888-455-BIGG (2444)----------------------Enjoy our show? Consider writing a review for us in iTunes.  Find a written summary of today's show at BIGGSUCCESS.COM.Thanks so much for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn
06:0510/02/2010
Do What You Love But Choose How to Compete

Do What You Love But Choose How to Compete

The Bigg Success Show #551We discuss pizza places including Domino's, Papa John's, Little Caesar's, and two local restaurants...Papa Del's and Monical's...as examples of how to compete around your competition. Find a written summary of today's show at BIGGSUCCESS.COM.Thanks so much for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn-------------------------------------Enjoy our show? Consider writing a review for us in iTunes.
07:2408/02/2010
The Super Bowl is Not a Good Analogy for Business

The Super Bowl is Not a Good Analogy for Business

The Bigg Success Show #550 We discuss reasons why the game of business is more complex than the game of football. Find a written summary of today's show at BIGGSUCCESS.COM. Thanks so much for listening! - George & Mary-Lynn ------------------------------------- Enjoy our show? Consider writing a review for us in iTunes.
04:3004/02/2010
Groundhog Daze

Groundhog Daze

The Bigg Success Show #549 We look at the movie, Groundhog Day, for ways to snap out of a rut. Find a written summary of today's show at BIGGSUCCESS.COM. Thanks so much for listening! - George & Mary-Lynn------------------------------------- BIGG QUESTION: What lessons did you take away from this debacle? Share that... Comment online: http://biggsuccess.com Call us toll free: 888-455-BIGG (2444) ---------------------- Enjoy our show? Consider writing a review for us in iTunes.
04:5402/02/2010
The Single Biggest Threat to Your Personal Finances

The Single Biggest Threat to Your Personal Finances

The Bigg Success Show #548 It's not overspending; most people have cured that ailment already. It's not higher interest rates, although it's related. Find a written summary of today's show at BIGGSUCCESS.COM. Thanks so much for listening! - George & Mary-Lynn ------------------------------------- BIGG QUESTION: What lessons did you take away from this debacle? Share that... Comment online: http://biggsuccess.com Call us toll free: 888-455-BIGG (2444) ---------------------- Enjoy our show? Consider writing a review for us in iTunes.
05:5929/01/2010
A Succession Planning Lesson from NBC

A Succession Planning Lesson from NBC

The Bigg Success Show #547 We look at how to change key personnel without losing customers. Find a written summary of today's show at BIGGSUCCESS.COM. Thanks so much for listening! - George & Mary-Lynn ------------------------------------- BIGG QUESTION: What lessons did you take away from this debacle? Share that... Comment online: http://biggsuccess.com Call us toll free: 888-455-BIGG (2444) ---------------------- Enjoy our show? Consider writing a review for us in iTunes.
05:1027/01/2010
Turn the Winter Blues Yellow

Turn the Winter Blues Yellow

We discuss four ways to get over the winter blues by letting the sun shine in. Find links to the resources we mention, along with a written summary of today's show at BIGGSUCCESS.COM.Thanks so much for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn-------------------------------------BIGG QUESTION: How do you prioritize, diversify and synergize? Share that...Comment online: http://biggsuccess.comCall us toll free: 888-455-BIGG (2444)----------------------Enjoy our show? Consider writing a review for us in iTunes.
04:4425/01/2010
The Difference Between Entrepreneurs and Artists

The Difference Between Entrepreneurs and Artists

A lot of people think entrepreneurs and artists are basically the same. We explore an important distinction that sets them apart.Find a written summary of today's show at BIGGSUCCESS.COM.Thanks so much for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn-------------------------------------BIGG QUESTION: What do you think? Share your opinion...Comment online: http://biggsuccess.comCall us toll free: 888-455-BIGG (2444)----------------------Enjoy our show? Consider writing a review for us in iTunes.
05:4821/01/2010
To the Entrepreneur Go the Spoils Eventually

To the Entrepreneur Go the Spoils Eventually

The Bigg Success Show #544Unlike kings and politicians, entrepreneurs must create benefits for six groups before they get to enjoy the fruits of creating a successful business. Find a written summary of today's show at BIGGSUCCESS.COM.Thanks so much for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn-------------------------------------Enjoy our show? Consider writing a review for us in iTunes.
06:5919/01/2010
The Only Model You Need to be a Success

The Only Model You Need to be a Success

The Bigg Success Show #543Success stories are not something you put in the copy machine of life and duplicate. They are templates which require customization. Find links to the resources we mention, along with a written summary of today's show at BIGGSUCCESS.COM.Thanks so much for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn-------------------------------------Enjoy our show? Consider writing a review for us in iTunes.
06:3715/01/2010
Act Quickly but Do Not Hurry

Act Quickly but Do Not Hurry

The Bigg Success Show #542A lot of people are familiar with Joshua fighting the battle of Jericho. Today we look at lessons from his ambush at Ai. Find a written summary of today's show at BIGGSUCCESS.COM.Thanks so much for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn-------------------------------------Enjoy our show? Consider writing a review for us in iTunes.
05:1813/01/2010
Forget Work Life Balance - Try This Instead

Forget Work Life Balance - Try This Instead

The Bigg Success Show #541Work-life balance is elusive for many, if not most, people. We say forget balance - prioritize, diversify, and synergize instead. Find links to the resources we mention, along with a written summary of today's show at BIGGSUCCESS.COM.Thanks so much for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn-------------------------------------BIGG QUESTION: How do you prioritize, diversify and synergize? Comment online: http://biggsuccess.comCall us toll free: 888-455-BIGG (2444)----------------------Enjoy our show? Consider writing a review for us in iTunes.
06:2611/01/2010
Build Your Bridge to Bigg Success

Build Your Bridge to Bigg Success

The Bigg Success Show #540A program called Bridges out of Poverty inspired us to discuss how to get from where you are to where you want to be. Find a a written summary of today's show at BIGGSUCCESS.COM.Thanks so much for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn-------------------------------------BIGG QUESTION: What's your bridge? Share that with us:Online: http://biggsuccess.com Toll free: 888-455-BIGG (2444)----------------------Enjoy our show? Consider writing a review for us in iTunes.
04:3406/01/2010
How a Grade School Dropout Became a Billionaire

How a Grade School Dropout Became a Billionaire

The Bigg Success Show #539We look at the impact dreams have on bigg success by examining how one billionaire created his fortune. Find a a written summary of today's show at BIGGSUCCESS.COM.Thanks so much for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn-------------------------------------BIGG QUESTION: What's your dream? Share that with us:Comment online: http://biggsuccess.comCall us toll free: 888-455-BIGG (2444)Email us: [email protected] our show? Consider writing a review for us in iTunes.
06:1504/01/2010
Making New Year Resolutions that Stick

Making New Year Resolutions that Stick

The Bigg Success Show #538We offer a prescription for a condition that keeps people from keeping their New Year's resolutions. Find a link to Ben Franklin's 13 Virtues along with a written summary of today's show at BIGGSUCCESS.COM.Thanks so much for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn-------------------------------------Enjoy our show? Consider writing a review for us in iTunes.
05:3431/12/2009
The 5 Worst Reasons to Do Anything

The 5 Worst Reasons to Do Anything

The Bigg Success Show #537With many people making New Year's resolutions, we look at traps that waste our time and money. Find a link to the research we cite along with a written summary of today's show at BIGGSUCCESS.COM.Thanks so much for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn-------------------------------------Enjoy our show? Consider writing a review for us in iTunes.
05:1329/12/2009
You and Your Drum

You and Your Drum

The Bigg Success Show #536In another installment of Music Lessons, we look at the song, Little Drummer Boy, and discuss how to discover your gift. Find a written summary of today's show at BIGGSUCCESS.COM.Thanks so much for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn-------------------------------------Enjoy our show? Consider writing a review for us in iTunes.
05:2023/12/2009
Charles Dickens was a Master of Social Media

Charles Dickens was a Master of Social Media

The Bigg Success Show #535We discuss 4 reasons Charles Dickens was the model social media entrepreneur. Find a written summary of today's show at BIGGSUCCESS.COM.Thanks so much for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn-------------------------------------Enjoy our show? Consider writing a review for us in iTunes.
04:1121/12/2009
This Fly by Night Operation Gets It Right

This Fly by Night Operation Gets It Right

The Bigg Success Show #5345 lessons to be more successful in your business from an organization that's getting a lot of buzz right now. Find links to the resources we mention, along with a written summary of today's show at BIGGSUCCESS.COM.Thanks so much for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn------------------------------------Enjoy our show? Consider writing a review for us in iTunes.
04:5618/12/2009
Losers Put Money First

Losers Put Money First

The Bigg Success Show #533We play the Bigg Match Game to discover three things that winners focus on rather than money. Find links to the resources we mention, along with a written summary of today's show at BIGGSUCCESS.COM.Thanks so much for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn-------------------------------------Enjoy our show? Consider writing a review for us in iTunes.
05:5716/12/2009
4 Signs You are Playing to Win

4 Signs You are Playing to Win

The Bigg Success Show #532We look at the difference between playing to win and playing to not lose by examining 4 traits of winners. Find a written summary of today's show at BIGGSUCCESS.COM.Thanks so much for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn-------------------------------------BIGG QUESTION: How are you playing to win? Share that with us:Comment online: http://biggsuccess.comCall us toll free: 888-455-BIGG (2444)Email us: [email protected] our show? Consider writing a review for us in iTunes.
05:3414/12/2009
Cars as Investments - Fuzzy Dice or Fuzzy Logic

Cars as Investments - Fuzzy Dice or Fuzzy Logic

The Bigg Success Show #531One of our listeners rightly took exception to us talking about cars as an investment. We respond and look at timing the purchase of a car. Find a written summary of today's show at BIGGSUCCESS.COM.Thanks so much for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn-------------------------------------Enjoy our show? Consider writing a review for us in iTunes.
05:3210/12/2009
Turn Yourself On to Get More Done

Turn Yourself On to Get More Done

The Bigg Success Show #530We discuss three ways to get more done through short bursts of energy. Find links to the resources we mention, along with a written summary of today's show at BIGGSUCCESS.COM.Thanks so much for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn-------------------------------------Enjoy our show? Consider writing a review for us in iTunes.
05:3607/12/2009
Impulsive Knocks Out Indecisive

Impulsive Knocks Out Indecisive

The Bigg Success Show #529We broadcast a boxing match between Impulsive and Indecisive and preview Impulsive's upcoming match with Decisive. Find a written summary of today's show at BIGGSUCCESS.COM.Thanks so much for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn-------------------------------------Enjoy our show? Consider writing a review for us in iTunes.
03:2504/12/2009
Is Social Media Like Carbon Paper

Is Social Media Like Carbon Paper

The Bigg Success Show #528A recent episode of Barney Miller inspired us to discuss the history of communication, where it is today, and where it may be going. Find a link to the article we mention and a written summary of today's show at BIGGSUCCESS.COM.Thanks so much for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn-------------------------------------BIGG QUESTION: What do you think the future of communication will be? Share that with us:Comment online: http://biggsuccess.comCall us toll free: 888-455-BIGG (2444)Email us: [email protected] our show? Consider writing a review for us in iTunes.
05:3002/12/2009
Optimize How Much You Work

Optimize How Much You Work

The Bigg Success Show #527We discuss a process to test how much time you should work to get the greatest output. Find links to the resources we reference along with a written summary of today's show at BIGGSUCCESS.COM.Thanks so much for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn-------------------------------------Enjoy our show? Consider writing a review for us in iTunes.
06:2430/11/2009
Small Businesses Can Sell the Black Friday Way

Small Businesses Can Sell the Black Friday Way

The Bigg Success Show #527On Black Friday, we look at 3 lessons small business owners can learn from retailers about selling their wares. Find a written summary of today's show at BIGGSUCCESS.COM.Thanks so much for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn-------------------------------------Enjoy our show? Consider writing a review for us in iTunes.
06:4127/11/2009
The Best Investment You Can Make Now

The Best Investment You Can Make Now

The Bigg Success Show #525We look at the market of a variety of asset classes and offer four good investments along with the best place to put your money right now. Find a written summary of today's show at BIGGSUCCESS.COM.Thanks so much for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn-------------------------------------BIGG QUESTION: What are you doing to invest in yourself? Share that with us:Comment online: http://biggsuccess.comCall us toll free: 888-455-BIGG (2444)Email us: [email protected] our show? Consider writing a review for us in iTunes.
06:5024/11/2009
Why Women and Men Should Not Compete

Why Women and Men Should Not Compete

The Bigg Success Show #524Two lessons that can be learned from a recent study that showed the negative effects on kids who performed more poorly on a task than a member of the opposite sex. Find a link to the article we mention and a written summary of today's show at BIGGSUCCESS.COM.Thanks so much for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn-------------------------------------Enjoy our show? Consider writing a review for us in iTunes.
05:5120/11/2009
The Coming Age of Small Business - Part 2

The Coming Age of Small Business - Part 2

The Bigg Success Show #523We explore two ways that small businesses can trump large companies when competing for business. Find a linkto the article we mention and a written summary of today's show at BIGGSUCCESS.COM.Thanks so much for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn-------------------------------------Contact Bigg Success:Comment online: http://biggsuccess.comCall us toll free: 888-455-BIGG (2444)Email us: [email protected] our show? Consider writing a review for us in iTunes.
05:1718/11/2009
The Coming Age of Small Business - Part 1

The Coming Age of Small Business - Part 1

The Bigg Success Show #522We look at a change in consumer perceptions and its effect on small businesses. Find links to the resources we mention and a written summary of today's show at BIGGSUCCESS.COM.Thanks so much for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn-------------------------------------Enjoy our show? Consider writing a review for us in iTunes.
04:2617/11/2009
This Killer Combination Leads to Bigg Success

This Killer Combination Leads to Bigg Success

The Bigg Success Show #521We look at how a childhood characteristic combined with an asset we have all gained as adults make an unstoppable pair. Find a written summary of today's show at BIGGSUCCESS.COM.Thanks so much for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn-------------------------------------Enjoy our show? Consider writing a review for us in iTunes.
05:2513/11/2009
Why Your Partner Must be Two Faced

Why Your Partner Must be Two Faced

The Bigg Success Show #520Selecting a partner involves an interesting dichotomy. We explore areas where you must align and places where it's better if you're different. Find a link to the article we mention and a written summary of today's show at BIGGSUCCESS.COM.Thanks so much for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn-------------------------------------Enjoy our show? Consider writing a review for us in iTunes.
06:3612/11/2009
2 Important Things to Know About Your Customers

2 Important Things to Know About Your Customers

The Bigg Success Show #519You can find more customers, even in tough times, if you know how to answer these two questions. Find a written summary of today's show at BIGGSUCCESS.COM.Thanks so much for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn-------------------------------------Enjoy our show? Consider writing a review for us in iTunes.
06:1411/11/2009
5 Steps to Become a Star

5 Steps to Become a Star

The Bigg Success Show #518Bono recently said it took U2 "26 years to go one mile." We look at 5 factors that lead to bigg success. Find a links to the articles we mention and a written summary of today's show at BIGGSUCCESS.COM.Thanks so much for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn-------------------------------------Enjoy our show? Consider writing a review for us in iTunes.
06:1910/11/2009
Beware of Being Too Kind to Your Customers

Beware of Being Too Kind to Your Customers

The Bigg Success Show #517Consumers have changed their shopping habits during this recession. We share strategies for small businesses to help them compete for dollars without dropping prices. Find a link to the article we mention and a written summary of today's show at BIGGSUCCESS.COM.Thanks so much for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn-------------------------------------BIGG QUESTION: What ideas do you have? oware you compeeling your customers to by your products or services? Share that with us:Comment online: http://biggsuccess.comCall us toll free: 888-455-BIGG (2444)Email us: [email protected] our show? Consider writing a review for us in iTunes.
05:5606/11/2009
5 Lessons from Baseball to Be a Hero in Business

5 Lessons from Baseball to Be a Hero in Business

The Bigg Success Show #516Since it's World Series time, we examine a quote by a great Major League manager about reaching bigg success in the game of business. Find a link to the resource we mention along with a written summary of today's show at BIGGSUCCESS.COM.Thanks so much for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn-------------------------------------Enjoy our show? Consider writing a review for us in iTunes.
06:2305/11/2009
Are Entrepreneurs Born or Made

Are Entrepreneurs Born or Made

The Bigg Success Show #515We discuss the science and art of entrepreneuring - which things can be taught and which things must be learned through experience. Find a link to the resource we mention along with a written summary of today's show at BIGGSUCCESS.COM.Thanks so much for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn-------------------------------------Enjoy our show? Consider writing a review for us in iTunes.
04:4904/11/2009
4 Keys to Facing Challenges with Confidence

4 Keys to Facing Challenges with Confidence

The Bigg Success Show #514We discuss the one thing that helps you face challenges with confidence along with four ways to start today. Find a link to the resource we mention along with a written summary of today's show at BIGGSUCCESS.COM.Thanks so much for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn----------------------------Enjoy our show? Consider writing a review for us in iTunes.
06:1103/11/2009
Does Your Career Affect Your Lifestyle or Vice Versa

Does Your Career Affect Your Lifestyle or Vice Versa

The Bigg Success Show #513We explore the impact of our lifestyle on our career choices. Find a written summary of today's show at BIGGSUCCESS.COM.Thanks so much for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn-------------------------------------Enjoy our show? Consider writing a review for us in iTunes.
03:4702/11/2009