To have ones work taken and built upon – it’s an honor.
Not an insult. Not theft.
They won’t come after you and try to destroy you for taking something that works and adding to it.
No.
If anything, they’ll thank you and awe at the fact you were able to build on their legacy.
Business plans. Spreadsheets. Meeting formats. Platforms. Websites.
There are thousands out there that work great.
Unless you’re in the business of reinventing the wheel – don’t.
Stay Positive & Keep Building
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Garth Beyer is a Certified Cicerone®, Product Marketer, owner of Garth's Brew Bar and a Madison-based freelance writer.
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