When did the idea of getting a little R&R become so terrifying for entrepreneurs? Small business owners often pack their bags only to unpack their desk when they take a vacation. But going off the radar doesn’t mean your small business has to go off-course. Which is why today we’ll practice the art of letting … Continue reading “4 Steps to Take a Vacation from Your Business”
Category: For CEOs and Owners
3 Signs It’s Time to Fire an Employee
Entrepreneurs face a lot of tough decisions. But there’s none tougher than having to let an employee go. Yep, it’s time to rip off that chaotic bandage. Here—we’ll do it on the count of three: my three signs it’s time to fire an employee. It’ll only sting for a second…
How to Kill the Dreaded Quick Question
As a business owner you strive to be available whenever customers or employees need help. When “quick questions” come along, you wind up dropping everything—and losing focus and valuable time. “Stop, Drop, and Chaos” no more, after you check out my simple solutions to killing the devious, dreaded “double Q.”
4 Reasons Why Family Should Come First for Your Business
Regret. Familiar with it? The most regretful business owners I’ve met are the ones who let business chaos get in the way of their family. One way or another, every small business is a family business. Family should come first for your business—always. Watch this quick video to learn my four reasons “why.”
How to Overcome Opportunity Addiction
Once the entrepreneurial bug bites, you begin to see opportunity everywhere. Right? Potential clients, potential side jobs, potential add-ons—the list goes on and on. The allure of it all can be intoxicating. This mindset has a dark side, though: Opportunity Addiction or OA. I’ve suffered from it myself. It’s not pretty. So, to help you … Continue reading “How to Overcome Opportunity Addiction”
