Notes From the Messy Middle

Strategic thinking for Stage II owners. The growth phase no one warns you about.

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Mindset & Resilience, Strategy & Planning

Accelerate Performance: Call a Small Business Time Out

Every good sports coach knows the importance of judgment when calling a “time out.” Applied at just the right moment,

Strategy & Planning

Apps are popping up everywhere and changing the way business gets done. Non-existent just 5 years ago, apps are serious

Mindset & Resilience

“Hate” is such a strong word but it’s the one I use to describe my extreme dislike when faced with

Growth & Scaling

It doesn’t take long before you realize that your business needs to accomplish more. But, when your resources are tapped

People & Partnerships

Honestly, I don’t know where I first heard the phrase “time theft protection” but, like you, it made me chuckle.

Ownership & Entrepreneurship

I recently had the good fortune of celebrating the accomplishments of a former client. When Betty (not her real name

Strategy & Planning

As busy entrepreneurs, we make decisions all day long. It doesn’t matter whether they’re big or small, each decision requires

Mindset & Resilience, Strategy & Planning

Raise your hand if you’re a high-achieving entrepreneur who is overwhelmed by all there is to do to grow your

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