Generation Next: Mateo Bijoux
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Generation Next: Mateo Bijoux

Jewelry designer Matthew Harris on how his brand Mateo Bijoux went from a small-scale business to the next hot thing in accessories.

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Celia L. Smith
Oct, 16, 2013
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Plan

"Have a strategic plan. My mom always say 'People fail to plan, Not plan to fail!' This has always resided in me to ensure that I have a plan, one with guidelines, objectives and goals. Set a timeline in which to accomplish these goals." says Mateo.

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Research

"Research! I can't stress this enough."

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Connect With Key People

"Align yourself with a "master mind group.' Surround your self with people that are going to encourage, motivate and build you. Get rid of the rest. Find a mentor!"

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Never Give Up!

"Never give up. There is always temporary defeat before a great success story. So when you fall down or fail, get up, brush yourself off and keep going. Your victory is near," encourages Mateo.

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The Time is Now

"JUST DO IT. What is life without taking risks!"

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