It’s all about relationships. Most people agree on that but how to apply it in our business lives can be a bit elusive. The gumbo that is developing relationships while leading a high performing work team can lead to either the most rewarding and soul nourishing of experience or a bland and soupy broth you […]
Read MoreAs a business owner, you make a lot of decisions. Some decisions seem very important while others look insignificant. The reality is that the decisions you make do have varying degrees of consequences but, all of your decisions are important. Call it “just part of the gig” that you’ve taken on as a business leader […]
Read MoreLike most people I’ve been thinking a lot about the recent friction in our culture and how I am called to respond to it. Personally and professionally; in the whole of my life that includes my business. As a confessing Christian, my response carries the appropriate burden of testing my feelings through the guidance […]
Read MoreMany recognize one of my favorite Bible verses from a line in Mel Gibson’s movie production,The Passion of the Christ, when Pontius Pilate asks “What is Truth?” John 18:38 Pontius Pilate is questioning Jesus of Nazareth when Jesus says he has come to testify to the truth…to which Pilate replies, “What is truth?” Instead of […]
Read MoreDo you have a sales strategy for the extreme business climate of Covid19 Quarantine? Many business owners have had a hard time getting their head around how to adapt to our rapidly changing situation. Social distancing, employee health and safety, working from home, stock market swings, cash flow concern, oil prices, un-employment, payroll… this crisis […]
Read MoreReceiving accolades from your customers is a great feeling; a rush of positive affirmation that you’re doing a good job and your future is filled with loyal patrons who help you exceed all your business goals. Imagine for a moment how good you would feel if all your customers had only positive feedback, perfect satisfaction […]
Read MoreDo you have areas of your business which make you feel bitter? Situations or people that really expose your nerves and leave you feeling agitated that you have to deal with them? If you find yourself feeling bitter or agitated with any regularity, it is negatively affecting your business and job performance. Also know […]
Read MoreRanking employees as the most important and valuable asset is nearly universal in the business community; therefore, it stands to reason that business leaders also place employee engagement high on their list of priorities. We want our employees to perform well and we want them at the least satisfied with their employer. While compensation is […]
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