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Being Boss

Take Control of Your Work and Live Life on Your Own Terms

Kathleen Shannon and Emily Thompson

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Question 1 of 7
What does 'being boss' primarily mean according to the authors?
  • A. Managing a large team of employees effectively to rapidly scale your business.
  • B. Intentionally creating the life you want, both inside and outside of work.
  • C. Earning enough passive income to eventually quit your day job.
  • D. Working long hours continuously until your business becomes profitable.
Question 2 of 7
According to the book, what three elements make up the 'boss mindset'?
  • A. Values, confidence, and positivity
  • B. Ambition, ruthlessness, and strategy
  • C. Creativity, capital, and connections
  • D. Discipline, intelligence, and risk-taking
Question 3 of 7
What does the garden metaphor in the book illustrate?
  • A. You must constantly plant new ideas to keep your business growing.
  • B. You should share your resources with competitors to build a stronger ecosystem.
  • C. Businesses naturally experience seasons of rapid growth and dormancy.
  • D. You need to establish boundaries to protect your time, energy, and resources.
Question 4 of 7
When establishing routines to set yourself up for success, which part of the day should be your first priority?
  • A. The morning, because it sets the tone for the entire day.
  • B. The afternoon, because that is when energy levels typically dip.
  • C. The evening, because winding down ensures a productive next day.
  • D. The middle of the day, to ensure you take a proper break to avoid burnout.
Question 5 of 7
In addition to standard elements like products, services, and revenue goals, what unique element do the authors suggest including in your business plan?
  • A. A detailed 10-year exit strategy.
  • B. An outline of how you would like to feel while building your business.
  • C. A comprehensive analysis of your top three competitors.
  • D. A strict budget for paid social media advertising.
Question 6 of 7
How do the authors suggest approaching your personal life and freedom?
  • A. Put your personal life on hold until your business reaches its primary revenue targets.
  • B. Focus on your personal life only on the weekends to maintain strict work boundaries.
  • C. Go after your personal freedom with the same deliberate intention and 'hustle' you bring to your work.
  • D. Let your personal life unfold naturally without planning, serving as a break from business structure.
Question 7 of 7
What actionable advice do the authors give to help you navigate the business journey?
  • A. Hire a professional business coach before launching your first product.
  • B. Attend at least three industry networking conferences per year.
  • C. Find a 'best friend in business' to regularly share goals, challenges, and wins.
  • D. Keep your business ideas secret until they are fully trademarked and protected.

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Being Boss Summary & Overview

Being Boss (2018) is a guide for creative entrepreneurs determined to build successful businesses. From fostering the right mentality to establishing boundaries, setting goals, and taking time away, Being Boss shares helpful tactics for having it all, in work and in lif

Who Should Listen to Being Boss?

  • Aspiring creative entrepreneurs
  • Small business owners looking for practical advice
  • Employees thinking of launching passion projects on the side

About the Author: Kathleen Shannon and Emily Thompson

Kathleen Shannon is the co-owner of a branding agency, and Emily Thompson is the creative founder of a retail company. Together, Shannon and Thompson have established a community, platform, and podcast that helps creative entrepreneurs build lucrative businesses. They’ve been featured by Entrepreneur, Forbes, and Marie Claire. 

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