I find it a real inspiration to read about people like Jamie Oliver, who have become really successful. I also like to understand the journey they’ve been along, and learn something from their example and insight. So when I received this infographic from the Dent organisation I wanted to share it as it’s such a […]
The ability to create value is central and fundamental to every successful career and company.
While there are thousands of ways to make money, analysis has identified that, in reality, there are
The entrepreneur who has brought this Value Creation thinking into the 21st century is Roger James Hamilton.
His outline of the underlying principles and summary of each profile in this video provides real clarity.
I encourage you to take a few minutes to absorb the insight contained here. It could just be the best 10 minutes you spend this year.
As you watch the video you’ll probably find it helpful to refer to the image below as Roger talks through each profile.
The eight profiles and their inter-relationship have provided me with huge clarity. 
This list may well come as a complete surprise to you. However, you can probably relate readily to the very successful international entrepreneurs in each category (admittedly with an American bias).
This is not some ‘trendy topic’ either, as it has its roots going back 5,000 years into Chinese origins.
It has been brought up to date, and is backed by resources that provide a modern interpretation and guidance. The eight profiles are:
Examples: Steve Jobs (Apple), Walt Disney (Movies), Richard Branson (Virgin)
Examples: Oprah Winfrey (Presenter), Paul Newman (Actor), Bill Clinton (ex President)
Examples: Steve Ballmer (Microsoft), Jack Welch (General Electric)
Examples: Donald Trump (Property tycoon), Rupert Murdoch (News International)
Examples: George Soros (Business magnate)
Examples: Warren Buffet (Investor), Paul Allen (Microsoft)
Examples: Lakshmi Mital (Steel tycoon), Ingavar Kamprad (IKEA)
Examples: Michael Dell (DELL), Ray Kroc (McDonalds)
Which profile do you think you are the closest match for?
Successful entrepreneurs focus only what they are good at. They understand which of these 8 areas they are ‘wired’ for and where they have a natural strength. By doing what is natural to them things are easier, work is more enjoyable, and great results follow too.
Crucially, they identify and work with others who are naturally good at different and complementary areas. By helping others to succeed it’s a genuine win:win.
By design or by accident, leaders of successful companies will have identified opportunities where they can create value. They do things that other businesses find difficult or expensive to do.
To find out which of these profiles you match, click on this link or the image below and take the test today.
Once you do you’ll receive supporting resources, guidance and recommendations about the actions you can take to focus in on your natural abilities.
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A wealth creation strategy enables you to continuously attract money and opportunities in the same way that growing a garden enables you to continuously attract the birds and butterflies. The following article is based on ideas by Roger James Hamilton, the creator of Wealth Dynamics, someone whose fundamental approach to business success I have a great admiration for. Wealth […]
