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

Want Better Business Results? Avoid These 5 Things

We all have the same 24 hours daily, yet some entrepreneurs seem to get more done and achieve better business

Strategy & Planning

Strategy. It’s a small word with a big impact on today’s business. Often misused. Sometimes abused. And, it usually leaves

Growth & Scaling, Strategy & Planning

Most businesses experience a plateau at some point in time — especially those in The Messy Middle. And, believe it

Growth & Scaling, Strategy & Planning

Most entrepreneurs want to conduct proper growth planning for their businesses and even understand that doing so is essential to

Growth & Scaling, Ownership & Entrepreneurship

Ahh, you’ve arrived, but it hardly looks like the destination you thought it would be. Instead of smooth sailing and

Growth & Scaling

Life is hectic, especially when you run or manage a small business. Business growth is challenging. Of course, profitable, sustainable

Growth & Scaling

Picture this. You’re traveling down the road at breakneck speed. Music is blaring. Kids are hanging out the window. And,

Mindset & Resilience, Ownership & Entrepreneurship

It’s true what they say — time flies when you’re having fun — especially when on an entrepreneurial journey. It

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