How to Better Manage Peak Seasons at Your Small Business
Explore these stress-reducing strategies for managing peak seasons at a small business, including automation, staff scheduling, and customer loyalty programs.
Leaders: What do you need to cast off?
In leadership, it's natural to start by doing what you've seen others do. We call that "Quadrant 1." When that doesn't work, you try fixing what's broken with yourself. But some leaders get to a point where they get tired of the chronic self doubt. Some leaders throw...
What’s Behind that Wall?
Not many people know that I spent the better part of a year working with my Dad who was a General Contractor. There is a whole BIG story about how that came about, but it remains one of the jobs I am most proud of. We climbed under sheds, onto roofs, and because of a...
When the World Feels Upside Down: How Your Values Keep You Leading Forward
The CEO looked exhausted. Three major team members had just given notice in the same week, the board was breathing down her neck about revenue projections, and she'd just learned that her biggest competitor had landed the client she'd been courting for months. "I...
Dot to Dot Leadership
Let me clear. I get stuff done. I get big stuff done.
I just tend to intuit my way from achievement to achievement.
Breaking the Doers Dilemna: Finding Success in Others’ Achievements
One of the most significant transitions in leadership growth is moving from the mindset of "I have to do it" to "it has to be done." This subtle shift represents a profound change in how we define success—from personally completing tasks to ensuring tasks are...
Are stories getting in the way of your follow up?
I just sent this to the Follow Up Friday community. I thought I'd share it here on the blog too. Good morning, Follow Up-pers! This week in the coaching skills for leaders intensive, we talked about stories. Especially about the way the stories we tell direct our...
4 Reasons Your Employees Aren’t Engaged + Actionable Tips
There are many common reasons why your company’s employees may not be engaged. Learn the potential causes and discover actionable tips to address them.
5 Ways to Build a Positive Reputation as a Small Business
Small businesses must work harder to earn the trust of their customers. Discover how to build a positive business reputation to acquire more customers.
