Bad hires can cost a small business owner up to 2/3 of an annual salary to replace. And you can avoid that with proper preparation. People want to follow a leader who’s got business under … Read the rest…
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You’ve probably never had this happen to you. But maybe somebody you know has shared this kind of experience with you. It’s what you might call a Murphy’s Law day. Everything that could go wrong, … Read the rest…
Well, it’s the day after the big solar eclipse. And I know a lot of people put off goals, at least for the day, so they could go see the moon make a big shadow … Read the rest…
When you were born, the doctor (or nurse) probably handed you over to your mom and said, “Here’s your beautiful baby girl (or boy).” And I bet your parents were so glad to see you. … Read the rest…
More and more people are getting more and more work done, efficiently, from their trusty phones. Count me as part of that crowd. Because I’m not sure how well I could operate if I had … Read the rest…
I remember a meeting I had with a client who’s a business banker. During our time together we discussed our mutual client, another small business owner. And it did my heart good to see him … Read the rest…
When John and Jane (not their real names) and I first met, they told me their overwhelming story. And, as I listened, I also watched the looks on their faces. Then, I said, “Ok, let’s … Read the rest…
Power and Control. (cue the evil doctor laugh, mwa-ha-ha-ha!) OK, get out your dictionary. It’s time to look up some stuff and figure some things out. First, a quick look at the definition of management … Read the rest…
A fourth of 2024 is already almost gone. Yep. 25% of another new year is already old news. Do you even remember those so-called “resolutions” you made all those weeks ago? Well, maybe you do … Read the rest…
Success. It’s not for everybody. And probably because it’s hard work. You gotta show up every day. And, sadly, most people don’t wanna show up every day. I’m pretty sure I’m not talking to you. … Read the rest…