Change is a reality in business, whether we want it or not. Business environments change. Economies change. Team dynamics change. Technology changes rapidly. Life in general is about change. If we habitually resist change, we limit the potential of all that is available to us professionally and personally. A primary reason many people avoid change […]
Capability and self-confidence expands, remains static or contracts depending on whether or not individuals receive the stimulation they need to grow and develop. The phrase “I’m in a rut” is born of an individual’s languishing potential. Businesses, owners and team members get in ruts, too. This must be overcome to expand potential and achieve success. […]
There’s a commonly held belief in business that success is the result of selling as many products or services as possible to as many consumers as possible at the highest prices possible while paying the lowest possible wages to make as much money as possible. This is a limited perspective of success, though, that when […]
Are you looking for a way to hire correctly the first time, reduce turnover and increase retention? Do you want to improve the engagement and productivity of your team? Would discovering the specific areas for training and professional development that would deliver the greatest return on your investment appeal to you? Do you wish you […]
Consumers have a variety of businesses from which to choose when they’re in the market for a certain product or service. Moreover, they’re increasingly discerning with their hard-earned money when looking to satisfy their wants and needs. That makes it more important than ever for businesses to consistently deliver high-quality products and services. Exceptional companies […]
As the leader of your company, team member trust and loyalty begin with you. If you’ve owned a business for any length of time, it’s likely you have some understanding of the detrimental effects a lack of trust and loyalty can have on your culture, the success of your operation and overall happiness. You might […]
A tremendous amount of attention, effort, energy and time goes into running a business. With everything there is to do, it’s easy for those who own a company to sacrifice many aspects — if not the entirety — of their personal lives in the pursuit of success and happiness. There’s no real benefit to working […]
In my previous column, I enumerated the problems associated with bringing personal baggage to work. I described how even top performers can stumble and fall when they’re unable to effectively manage their personal issues in the workplace. I also elaborated on the domino effect these uncontrolled issues can have on workplace culture, fellow team members, […]
Each of us travels between two worlds — personal and professional. When there’s purpose, balance and happiness outside of business, people enter the workplace very differently than when this isn’t their reality. Some believe a barrier keeps personal and professional lives separate. But if you step back and take an honest look at your experiences […]
Entrepreneurs start businesses to achieve professional, personal and financial independence. They yearn to travel, relax, give back and enjoy their lives as much as possible. They dream of creating greater wealth, freedom and happiness — to control their own destinies. For many, however, this remains only a dream because they lack the mindset, processes and […]