Irish playwright George Bernard Shaw once asserted, "People are always blaming their circumstances for what they are. I don’t believe in circumstances. The people who get on in this world are the people who get up and look for the circumstances they want, and if they can’t find them, make...
Every small business has a unique journey and a narrative woven into the fabric of its existence. The local enterprises that grace our communities, whether it's the cozy cafes, boutique shops, those who build our buildings, streets, and homes or those financial services professionals who protect our assets each...
We’re quickly approaching the time of year that can be very stressful for small business owners and leaders. It’s the end of the year and there is a lot to wrap up. Then there’s planning for next year. Not to mention the current day-to-day business to manage. And let’s not...
As a business owner, you've poured your heart, soul, and endless hours into building your company. Your unique expertise and vision have been the driving force behind your success. But, if you want to ensure long-term sustainability and growth, it's time to consider making what you do teachable. Making your...
It’s easy to assume that your potential clients understand what it is you can do for them. But the mistake with that assumption is that they may not have reached that phase of buying yet. They may be ignoring the problem, or the problem just hasn't caused enough pain for...
We’ve already written an Insight about the AI software ChatGPT, but it seems like everywhere you look there’s another AI tool. For instance, Zoom just launched a feature that allows the AI to summarize your meetings held on its platform. And it’s a pretty solid tool for note taking. It...
Frustrated business owners often grapple with a common challenge: how to empower their employees to solve problems, cease creating new ones, and achieve better outcomes. It's a multifaceted issue without a one-size-fits-all solution. While systems and processes play a significant role in achieving these goals, there's another critical factor that's...
Your business is perfectly designed to achieve the results that it’s currently achieving. Over the years that’s become our motto because it’s absolutely true. We often hear from business owners who want different results, but they feel stuck and can’t see how to move forward. Sometimes the business isn’t growing....
What kind of leader do you want to be? What kind of leader does your business need you to be to support your desired culture? Leadership is often discussed in broad strokes. We often hear leaders say that they want to be a good leader, but what does that really...
This week we’re challenging all business owners to do a quick check in on your sales. Are you getting enough leads? Is your closing ratio where it needs to be? Are you on pace to hit your annual goals? Here are five insights that will help you baseline and improve...
