Notes From the Messy Middle
Strategic thinking for Stage II owners. The growth phase no one warns you about.
Mindset & Resilience, Strategy & Planning
The Small Business Benefits of a Disciplined “No”
Most entrepreneurs readily admit to being disciplined. In fact, for many it’s a badge of honor. After all, what else
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Strategy & Planning
In The Absence of a Destination for Your Small Business…
I live in Los Angeles. No one, I mean no one gets into their car without a clearly defined purpose,
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Strategy & Planning
The Most Overlooked Key Performance Indicator for Entrepreneurs
As entrepreneurs lucky enough to find the time, we measure stuff in our business. We measure website visits, conversion rates,
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Growth & Scaling, Ownership & Entrepreneurship
Business Skills You Can Learn From Playing Hay Day
My sisters play Hay Day. It’s a popular mobile game where you build and manage your own farm. They frequently
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Mindset & Resilience
The One Cutback Every Small Business Owner Needs
A conversation with a dear friend reminded me that April is Stress Awareness Month. Initially, I chuckled at the thought.
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Ownership & Entrepreneurship
The Four Necessities of Business Coaching for Small Business
It seems like a lifetime since I launched my coaching practice in 1997. In fact, there were only 5000 coaches
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Strategy & Planning
6 Ways Good Documentation Can Save Your Small Business Money
If you’re like most small business owners, you spend a lot of your time researching ways to save money. After
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Mindset & Resilience
Dear Diary: I’m a Frustrated, Overwhelmed Business Owner. Now What?
Have you seen the 1976 movie, Network, staring Peter Finch? It’s the story of a TV news anchor, Howard Beale,
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