Bad Good news is inevitable in business. I sometimes joke (it’s not even a joke) that there’s something “bad” “good” that happens every day.
I wish I could remember who I was speaking with but I was having a conversation a while ago with someone and they said, “have you ever met those people that everything always happened to. Everything was the end of the world.”
He mentioned that instead of instead of everything happened to “me,” it instead of happened for me?
It was a great reminder today. I received some bad good news from a client that cut their marketing budget but I have to remember that this happened FOR me.
It’s all about reframing your perspective. Also, in remembering to practice gratitude. I’m reminded of the fact that I’m also closing out on project and starting a new client which is always an exciting thing. It’s important to remember perspective. We always seem to lose perspective on that.
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https://iamgresh.com👤 Author Name: Gresham W. Harkless Jr.
Title: Franchise Broker & Entrepreneur | Founder, Blue Star Franchise
Experience: 15+ years in entrepreneurship, digital marketing, and business growth strategy
Location: Washington, D.C. Metro Area, USA
About the Author
Gresham W. Harkless Jr. is a seasoned entrepreneur, franchise broker, and the founder of Blue Star Franchise, where he helps aspiring and established business owners find the perfect franchise opportunity to match their goals, lifestyle, and financial vision.
With over 15 years of experience in entrepreneurship, digital marketing, and business development, Gresh has worked with hundreds of CEOs, founders, and small business owners through his media company Blue 16 Media and the I AM CEO Podcast, which has featured over 1,600 interviews. His unique background gives him a deep understanding of what makes a business succeed — and how the right franchise can change lives.
A proud member of the Franchise Broker Association (FBA), Gresham brings a consultative and client-first approach to franchise matching. His mission is to help people “run their race” by finding franchise opportunities that align with their purpose, skills, and lifestyle.
📚 Credentials & Affiliations
Certified Franchise Broker – Franchise Broker Association (FBA)
Founder – Blue Star Franchise & Blue 16 Media
Host – I AM CEO Podcast (1,600+ episodes)
Featured in – 50+ Black Marketers on the Rise, Influencer & Media Innovators (2022)
B.S. in Business Administration – Howard University
