Update: Apple just announced it’s iPad 2 which will ship with a dual-core processor, 2 cameras, thinner profile, Facetime video chat, same great battery life, and more apps. Full review coming soon. Until then, the original may have just gotten better [expect to hear about a price drop soon].

There’s no doubt that the iPad 2 will be an awesome tool for business users, but the original is still great as is. Check it out!

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The iPad is the best device on the market for movies, music, games, and more. According to Wikipedia, Apple released the iPad in April 2010, and sold 3 million of the devices in just 80 days; a true testament to it’s multimedia dominance. However, would you believe me if I told you it’s a great companion device for entrepreneurs as well?

Imagine going to a client meeting without your laptop and instead pulling out a multimedia powerhouse with everything you needed to seal the deal. As entrepreneurs we have a need to bring the office with us instead of constantly being tied to a desk. The iPad presents a unique shift in mobile entrepreneurship with its design, mobility, and scalability.

In this week’s episode of The Big Business Show, I’m going to count down the top 5 reasons you should buy an iPad for your business. I’ll also share with you a few apps that’ll help you keep your business running smoothly while you’re on the go.

For all you WordPress using pro-blogger types, check out the Padpressed plugin. It not only makes your WordPress blog iPad friendly, it makes it behave like an iPad app. Whenever someone visits your blog with their iPad they get swipe gestures, touch navigation, and more just like an app.

Note: For more tips, tools, and resources to help you make your blog mobile friendly, check out HOW TO: Make a Mobile Version of Your Blog [iPad Too!]

Enjoy the show, it’s 3 minutes of non-stop total action, thrills, and . . . ok, maybe not all of that, but I think you’ll like it. Be sure to let me know what you think in the comments below.

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Do you know what it really takes to succeed? Take a few wild guesses, go on, I’ll wait . . .

. . . more than likely some of the things you thought of were included in this short yet powerful video from Richard St.John. I absolutely loved this video and I know you will too. Let me know what you think by leaving a comment below.

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This video comes from Paul Cooley of iboost.co

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You’ll find a lot of Christian owned businesses but what does it mean to be a Christian entrepreneur? Does it mean you have the power to command financial blessings on your business? Does it mean you are tax exempt? Or, does it mean people should hold you, your business, and services to a hire standard than anyone else’s? [Probably more of the latter definition]

In this video, Paul Cooley tells a very candid and passionate story of what it really means to be a Christian entrepreneur. Be sure to tell us what YOU think being a Christian entrepreneur means in the comments below.

Watch and be blessed!

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Paul Cooley

Paul Cooley is an entrepreneur, blogger, and helps others boost their online brands through his site, iboost.co.

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How Consistent is Your Brand?

I bet you think a brand is just a swanky design with some cool colors, don’t you? A brand is more than a design represents your business . . . it’s who you are. Watch this awesome video from Paul Cooley. You’ll learn;

• What Defines a Brand
• Online Brand Consistency
• And More!

Jump into the video below. Once you’re done, let us know how YOU define your brand. How is it represented online and off? Sound off in the comments below.

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Editor’s Note: Want more resources for taking your brand to the next level? Check out these awesome posts from our Best of page.

How to Use Social Media to Build Your Brand Locally
Personal Branding 101 with Ronald Wilsher [podcast]

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Millionaire Author, Speaker, and Coach Ken Brown

I got a tip from a friend that Kenneth Brown was in town not long ago. Ken’s story reads like a script straight out of a movie! He was raised in a poor family, had a rough upbringing, managed to pay his own way through college, became one of the youngest African-American owner/operators of a McDonald’s franchise, sold his franchise for millions of dollars, and is now a highly successful author/speaker. So, I had to pick his brain.

In this interview you’ll learn;

• Why you don’t need money to be successful
• What success really means
• How to become successful in this rough economic times
• Ken’s keys to success
• and more!

This was a fantastic interview and I had a great time meeting Ken. Enjoy the interview, it’s short, sweet, to the point, and powerful! Let me know what you think in the comments below. This is episode #3 of the Big Business Show, by the way. Check out the show’s channel on Vimeo or my channel on Youtube for more videos!

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Want to know a secret?

I love good secrets don’t you? I especially love a good secret that someone show’s me and doesn’t just tell me. I’m a visual person so showing vs telling works for me.

I came across this awesome Jim Rohn video where he’ll explain how American economics work and the secret to making more money. This is a timeless principle and it’s actually one that I’m working on this year as well.

After watching the short video I challenge you to list how you’re going to maximize “the secret” in the comments section below.

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As an entrepreneur we are the quintessential fabric holding this country together. What it is you want to achieve, go for it. Here’s a little video to get you inspired. This is another great marketing video by a service company, but it’s really inspirational. Enjoy!

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Note: There is mention of Marc learning from a “pothead” in this video, which I don’t condone drug use at all in any way. However, This video is still inspirational (yet, slightly funny) because you never know what skill learned will make you a million dollars one day. Enjoy.

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I found this great story of Paul Galvin, the founder of Motorola. I love his passion for the company and his leadership strength really shined bright. Enjoy the video.

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Rod Kirby