Shine Now! Mag July 2016 Shine Now! Mag July Volume 1 Issue 2 | Page 32

How to Save Your Relationships from Ultimate Destruction By: Kimberly Collins Successful entrepreneurs analyze their assets to determine which ones provide the highest return. As a result, entrepreneurs focus on the areas of their business that need more or less attention. Like assets; business relationships need to undergo an analysis as well. Once completed, the analysis could lead to growth, strategic partnerships and more opportunities. Some entrepreneurs find it hard to sustain long-term relationships, despite the positive benefits. In my case, building business relationships has never been an issue. My issue arose when longevity came into the equation. The relationships fizzled as I earned my education, improved my skills, and gained notoriety. 32