10 BUSINESS HABITS OF GATEWAY GLOBAL GROUP AND ITS INVESTORS
From the Chief Operations Officer, JW Davis
Making A Plan...
Gateway Global Group approaches our planning, development and business activities very seriously and with high integrity in order to establish and achieve our short and long-term goals. Our business plan also allows us to visualize the bigger picture, which helps us maintain focus on our goals rather than any minor setbacks. Planning and development of our projects can be complicated and demanding, but we move forward with a solid plan that keeps our company organized and on task.
Knowing The Market... We have acquired an in-depth knowledge of our selected market as part of our overall planning strategy. Keeping abreast of current local, state and national trends, including any changes in economic consumer spending habits, mortgage rates and the unemployment rate, to name a few, allows us to recognize and acknowledge current conditions, thereby planning for our future and the community-at-large as a whole. This enables us to predict when trends may change, creating potential opportunities for all of us.
Being Honest...
Many companies today do not to uphold a particular degree of ethics anymore. Although it would be easy to take advantage of this situation, we practice maintaining very high ethical standards. Since our company involves people, our reputation is far reaching and very exposed in the business world. We know it is better to be fair and honest, rather than seeing what we can get away with. This is the major diffence between Gateway Global Group and many other companies existing today in our business world.
Developing Focus...
We realize and understand it is important for Gateway Global Group to develop and maintain our focus in order to gain the depth of knowledge essential to becoming successful. Taking the time to develop this level of understanding is an integral part of who we are and for the long-term success of our company. Once a particular market is mastered, we can move on to additional areas in the same region using the same in-depth approach.
Encouraging Referrals...
Referrals generate a sizable portion of our business, so it is critical that we treat others with integrity and respect. This includes our business partners, associates, clients and anyone else with whom we have a business relationship. We pay full attention to detail, listen and respond to complaints and concerns, and represent our business in a positive and professional manner at all times.
Staying Educated...
As with any business like ours, it is imperative to stay up to date with the laws, regulations, terminology and trends that form the basis of our business. We realize that falling behind is a risk that not only causes us to lose momentum in our business but also very serious legal ramifications if laws are ignored or broken. We intend to stay educated and adapt to any regulatory changes or economic trends that is presented in today's business world.
Understand The Risks...
As a business, we realize we are constantly inundated with warnings regarding the inherent risks involved in operating a successful business. As business investors, however, we know we are more likely to see others claiming just the opposite - that it is easy to make money as a business. We understand the risks - not only in terms of business dealings and operations, but also the legal implications involved - and we will adjust and maintain principles of integrity in our businesses to reduce those risks.
Investing In An Accountant...
Taxes comprise a significant portion of our yearly expenses. Understanding current tax laws can be complicated and take time away from our business at hand. We will at all times retain the services of a qualified, reputable accountant to handle our business's books. The costs associated with an accountant can be negligible when compared to the savings a professional can bring to our business.
Finding and Supporting Help...
We have an in-depth knowledge about business in general and about proper and honest business operations. We realize there are challenges to anyone attempting to do things on their own. Effective businesses often attribute part of their success to others - whether a mentor, lawyer or supportive friend. Rather than risk time and money tackling a difficult problem, we know successful business owners know it is worth the additional costs (in terms of money and ego) to embrace other people's expertise. We support that with all of our might.
Building A Network...
We also know a network can provide important support and create opportunities to a new or experienced business and its owners. This group, comprised of well-chosen mentors, business partners, clients, or members of non-profit organizations, allows us to challenge and support one another. Because much of operating a business relies on experiential based learning, we know savvy business owners understand the importance of building a network. We intend to practice this highly successful and supportive business philosophy on a daily basis for our success and for the success of everyone we are involved with.
Conclusion...
Despite abundant knowledge claiming that having and operating a business is an easy road to wealth, it is in fact a challenging business reality requiring expertise, planning and focus. In addition, because our business revolves around people, all of us benefit in the long run by operating with integrity and by showing respect to our associates, clients and each other. We realize it may be relatively simple to enjoy short-lived profits, but we know that developing a long-term business and enjoying its success requires skill and effort. That is why Gateway Global Group and the Gateway Global Mastermind Investors Group fully and whole-heartedly support and will practice these 10 important business habits. We hope you will join us in our endeavor to transform our business, your business and our way and quality of life for everyone! May God Bless Each and Every One of You as we work to transform this community, this region and our very lives to the quality of life we all dream of...Our Success Is Your Success...