What do bandages and oceans have in common? They’re best when you deal with them quickly. Removing a Band-Aid? Rip it off. When you pick at it bit-by-bit, that only prolongs the pain. Jumping into the ocean? Dive in. It takes longer to get used to the water when you go in one toe at … Read More
Spaghetti is a food, not a business strategy
Do you have an actual plan to grow your business? Or do you scramble to get numbers—any numbers—on paper? You wouldn’t be alone. Many business owners get so caught up in day-to-day activity, they leave themselves no time for thoughtful planning. No time for clarity. No time for evaluating what’s working and deciding to say … Read More
The sacred cows that are killing your business
What’s the plan, Stan? Do you have a plan to make sure next year is better than this year? Or are you looking at much of the same? I know from working with business owners for over 20 years that it’s hard not to repeat the same actions. Especially if they’re locked into deeply held … Read More