“Nothing gets done around here unless I do it myself!” Have you ever said that? If you have, it may be telling you a lot about your leadership. While it’s important for small business leaders to lead by example and be willing to get their hands dirty, it’s critical that they understand the position and […]
Persistence. We all admire it and without a doubt, it is one of the biggest attributes a small business owner needs to achieve success. However, sticking with a failed strategy too long can cause your entire venture to fail. So the question small business owners are always asking themselves is this: Should I give up […]
By Adam Turnbull The modern business manager or leader can no longer expect the deference and uncritical obedience that his or her predecessors enjoyed. Open-floor offices, relaxed dress codes and the disappearance of formal forms of address all create the impression that hierarchies have all but vanished from the workplace. However, the reality is that […]
We are chock-full of entrepreneurial wisdom and inspiration this week. Supermodel Kathy Ireland checks in with her story, we go on a journey with a former gang member, and there’s even advice for Millennials who have entrepreneurial dreams but are burdened by student loan debt. Entrepreneurship, startups, and innovation Small business owners can learn a […]
While it doesn’t get loads of attention like some other special days, Checklist Day (October 30) should be on the calendar of every small business owner. Let’s look at five incredible benefits you can get by simply creating good checklists in your small business. Reduce errors. Establishing a checklist for routines, procedures, and processes will […]