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Life is Beautiful when you are your own boss. There's nothing quite like it. Hello, I’m David Rutkauskas, Founder, President and CEO of Beautiful Brands International. Everyday my company helps people with an entrepreneurial spirit like yours live a beautiful life by creating wealth and sustainability through franchising. Through this blog, I want to show you how I do it...with my personal experience and advice for success. You are welcome to email me your questions to: askdavid@davidrutkauskas.com and I will answer some of them in my future posts.

  • Meet Your Problems Head On

    February 3, 2012

    It was the last thing on your mind, wasn’t it?

    You went into business for yourself thinking of all the good stuff that you could do, NOT focusing much on the avalanche of problems that came as a result.  Don’t worry you’re not alone... I think most everybody has been there, done that.The truth is, every business has its share of problems... The stumbling block for many is getting the gumption to meet that problem head on. I have dozens of small fires I have to put out daily because, quite frankly, that’s the natur...continue reading
  • The Art of Networking

    January 25, 2012

    First, let me just say, I love to network.

    It’s my thing, and what I’m good at. I love meeting people, feeding off their energy and finding ways to innovate new concepts. It’s my style, which I think is the right fit for today’s business climate. I’m all the time talking with people who’ve gone their own way and have done their own thing. I honestly think it helps me formulate my own ideas and keeps me creative.Networking is essential to any business passion. Yet, it has to be a two way street&hel...continue reading
  • Thank You, Walter Helmerich

    January 18, 2012

    I think I speak for all of Tulsa when I say how much we will miss Mr. Helmerich.

    News of his death last week struck a poignant note for me personally, and I believe for many in Tulsa. We will miss his care and support of our community like we would miss a dear member of the family.I can’t think of anyone who lavished more on Tulsa than did Mr. Helmerich or who involved himself more in our community. He truly loved this city and his generosity proved how much he genuinely loved the people. Most of us know the Helmerich name and equate the name with giving. Yes, the...continue reading