Every time I take a break from running my business, I’m reminded of the incredible benefits I’ve received from experiencing the triumphs and setbacks of building my business.  Like many business owners, I’m continuously thinking about the ultimate goal of my business when the real growth comes from the journey itself.

Recently, my wife and I embarked on our annual vacation- a road trip.  We started doing trips on our motorcycle because traveling this way can be very economical while experiencing more of the journey as opposed to the end destination.  This year, we decided to see as much of the outlying areas of California as we could in a week.

So, several months ago, we began the planning process: when would we leave; which route would we take; what would we visit and where would we lodge for the night.  We also considered what we could carry and what we would need in case of unforeseen situations.  If you’ve ever

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