Leadership
Make Sure Your Meetings Are Effective
Meetings are a symptom of bad organization. The fewer meetings the better. ~Peter Drucker As we look forward to a new year, consider letting 2016 be the year you change your approach to meetings. By…
What Don’t You Know?
Take off your “I’m trying to be healthier” hat for a minute and answer honestly. Wouldn’t it be awesome if you could start every meal with one of your favorite desserts? You either said yes…
4 Bad Habits You Need to Break
Business owners these days rarely take the time to analyze the performance of their various ventures. With the emergence of a global economy that is literally a click away, most businesses—if not all—are too focused…
Admitting That You Need Help
We must, indeed, all hang together or, most assuredly, we shall all hang separately. ~Benjamin Franklin I recently got a call from an entrepreneur saying he had wanted to call me for more than five…
Why Communication is the Most Important Skill You’ll Ever Have
We all know the importance of hard work and skill. Honestly, communication is more vital than either. It’s THE key to success, both in business and in life. When I was younger, my parents would…
One Bad Apple Can Really Stink Up Your Business
Small businesses typically morph into family-like environments. The small team gets to know each other well and often they become social friends as well as co-workers. That’s fine as long as things are going smoothly….
Leadership Development: 5 Special Qualities Shared by Courageous Leaders
There are many different aspects that make up the complex psyche of a true leader who passionately strives for success for both themselves and others. A leader has so many special qualities that it’s inspirational…
7 Indicators of Business Traction You Should Celebrate
Every entrepreneur is quick to tell friends and potential investors about his or her vision of changing the world, about all the customers who have expressed an interest, and about all the other investors who…
Is Some Revenue Better Than No Revenue?
The knee jerk reaction to the question, “Is some revenue better than no revenue,” is probably a resounding, Duuuuhhhhhh, well why wouldn’t it be??! But let me provide a little context. I just had an…
4 In-the-Office Secrets to Better Work/Life Balance
Striking the right balance between work and life is a challenge for all workers. It takes considerable effort to successfully combine work, family, and personal life commitments. While your busy schedule and various commitments may…
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