Stand back and look at the big picture. Have you ever stopped and wondered why people shop at your business? Determine your strengths and weaknesses and go from there.

The way people vacation has changed ... business and pleasure aren't mutually exclusive,

We did great business after the blizzard.

I didn't learn a lot about business, because I've already run companies. I learned more about myself. I have always told people that they could do anything if they were motivated. But when we produced a children's book in 48 hours, I realized I really could do anything if I am focused.

Creativity is a renewable resource. Challenge yourself every day. Be as creative as you like, as often as you want, because you can never run out. Experience and curiosity drive us to make unexpected, offbeat connections. It is these nonlinear steps that often lead to the greatest work.

It sounds small on a daily basis. But compounded over the entire winter season, it is significant.