3 Simple Tools for “Too Busy” People
We all get busy. Some consider it a badge of honor to always be busy. Yet when you really look at the results from a crazy busy person, there is not always the outcome you might expect. The desire to be busy comes from several contributing factors. I am basing this on years of executive […]
8 Time Management Techniques for Busy People
There are only so many hours in the day. You can’t store it, nor can you borrow more for later. Only you can decide what you spend your time on. Naturally, you’ll want to spend your time on things that add value to your life. But with life being so busy in these modern times, […]
Finding Time as a Small Business Owner: The Top Challenges and Solutions
Or 5 Reasons You Suck at Owning a Business (OK too strong) Small business owners are known for their tireless work ethic, constantly putting in long hours and sacrificing their personal time for the sake of their businesses. While working hard is necessary for success, it is also crucial for business owners to find a […]
Change by Choice or by Chance
As I look back on my career, the major milestones are combinations of things done by choice and some by chance. I would like to claim I had made all of my decisions by choice, not chance. That simply would not be true. Regardless of the reason for making a move, in all cases, change was […]
7 Vital Tactics for Managers to Have Constructive Difficult Discussions
As a manager or a CEO, it is only normal to have that occasional conversation that seems to linger in your mind for days or even weeks. Difficult conversations are hardly soothing, but they can be remarkably productive if handled correctly. Crucial conversations are inevitable in every organizational structure, but with proper preparation, the outcome […]
6 Reasons Change Is So Challenging
It’s no coincidence that the word ‘change’ fits into the word ‘challenge’. Change is challenging, but it doesn’t have to be stressful or unpredictable. We all face changes in our lives. Whether on a personal level or at work, change is inevitable. By taking a deeper dive into the dynamics of the human change process, […]
Sunday Sun: Stop Putting Your Hand on the Stove
Avoid These 7 Common Mistakes Business Owners Make Repeatedly When I was a child, I was curious, always have been. There were times the curiosity got the best of me. Like when Mom kept saying don’t touch the hot stove. All I thought about was the mystery of what would happen. I didn’t know what […]
The Top 7 Things That Business Owners Worry About Today
Owning a business comes with a lot of responsibilities. Business owners have to juggle numerous tasks such as keeping their employees happy, meeting sales goals, and increasing profits, all while managing their personal lives. While these tasks are essential, they’re also some of the top reasons why business owners worry. As I started researching this […]
Making the Move from Corporate to Entrepreneur: Challenges, Rewards, and What to Think About
The traditional career path of climbing the ladder in a corporate job may seem like a safe option, but in recent years, more and more people are choosing to take the leap and pursue entrepreneurship. While there are certainly challenges to starting your own business, the rewards can be significant, from being your own boss […]
Managing “UP” the Organization or Fixing a Bad Boss
Do you have one of those hard-to-work-for bad bosses? OK, that’s too kind. Is your boss a jerk? Do you sometimes want to pull your hair out? Or even throw things after a talk with Mr./Mrs. Wonderful? Bad bosses almost always lack emotional intelligence. They play favorites, gossip, and have private agendas not always in […]