All too soon you’ll be tempted to begin the obligatory process of making resolutions for 2014. “I resolve to lose weight.” “I’m going to save up money.” “I’m going to write a book.” “I resolve to spend more time with my family.” You know and I know that New Year’s goal setting can be summed … Continue reading “Goal Setting: Achievement Depends on Vision”
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Making a Family Business WORK
In the beginning, working with friends or family may seem like a great opportunity. You need help, they need the work. Boom! Perfect opportunity, right? But later, when reality sets in, when the honeymoon period wears off, you find that what began as a match made in heaven is now a rocket-propelled handbasket on its … Continue reading “Making a Family Business WORK”
A Small Business Thank You – Comment and Win!
Today’s small businesses are tomorrow’s decision makers. To be part of that is an ongoing honor. I’m thankful for the good we accomplish and solutions we find. Let’s share our gratitude today! Watch my short video to learn why I’m thankful. Then comment on my blog for a chance to maybe win a fun gift!
The Rule of 3: The Essential Law of Small Business Marketing
From the Las Vegas Strip to rock-paper-scissors, zero-sum games are often alluring and entertaining. They’re also a lousy strategy in small business marketing. Yet, why do so many business owners play this game? Rather than carefully strategizing a plan to get new customers, they opt for throwing spaghetti on the wall and hoping something sticks. … Continue reading “The Rule of 3: The Essential Law of Small Business Marketing”
Digital Detox: The Lifesaver We All Need
Work can seem all-consuming. Think texts, voice-mails, emails, briefs, newsletters. They’re never ending! All that sensory pollution often makes insight seem like an endangered species. Not good. And like endangered species, your inspiration and motivation can be found in an important place: a sanctuary. Only difference? Wild-life sanctuaries should be poacher-free, yours should be tech-free. … Continue reading “Digital Detox: The Lifesaver We All Need”