We talk a lot about this on The Big Idea but bottom line - ANYBODY can come up with a great idea that can make millions. People encounter obstacles and frustrations every single day, and it’s those same obstacles and frustrations that can be the inspiration for your Big Idea.   Read More

I am frustrated and feel I have hit the roof and cannot go any further on the job ladder. I feel like I’m stuck being a barista but I know I’m capable of more. My store manager is not really giving me a chance. I don't want to lose my job and I would like to eventually start a business in coffee or venture capital. What should I do?   Read More

I think I may have stumbled onto something BIG! What do I do now that I have this big idea? Who do I go to? What should my first step be?     Read More

I am an inventor! I am the happiest when I am conceptualizing ideas that will not only help my family but others as well. I am suffering inside because I am having a very hard time getting my concepts to become reality. I know not all of my ideas are going to change the world but I feel many of them could make a difference the way people live their lives.    Read More

Donny! I'm 35 years old and have owned my own business for 11 years. It only took 3 short months to get to a 6 figure income level. I am more than ready to take my business to the next level. How do I get out of the do-it-yourself mentality? And how can I create a company of growth, with employees in an effective and efficient manner?   Read More

Sam from Eau Claire, WI writes: I am 18 years old and trying to be taken seriously with my startup summer business. I operate a Lawn Care service but when I go door to door they think my young age might reflect poor quality.?? Donny, How can I show them I'm for real?????   Read More

Hey everyone - Happy Weekend!  I have been getting a lot of great emails lately so I wanted to answer a couple of them tonight.  Let's get started...   Read More

You can’t teach leadership.  You can’t make people follow you, even if you pay their salary.  You have to inspire them.  You have to embody a vision that will lead the people in your organization to WANT to follow you.    Read More

Our entire social system is based upon putting people in boxes, in grade school and high school it’s no different, just different boxes.  You’re a nerd, a cool kid, a hippie, or a jock.  Throughout my childhood, I was always the class clown in school.   Read More

Many of the entrepreneurs who appear on my show often tell me one the biggest challenges they faced was finding a business partner. Selecting the right partner is detrimental to your success and the success of your business.    Read More