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

The Fit Entrepreneur: Improve Your Bottom Line and Waistline

During my 20’s and 30’s, I was running … running my business and my health into the ground. There wasn’t

Strategy & Planning

Even with the best intentions, a ‘to do’ list can become a gathering place for all things – including those

Ownership & Entrepreneurship

At the core of every business is an entrepreneur who is investing passion, time, and resources into making sure their

Mindset & Resilience, Strategy & Planning

Have you heard of the expression “death by a thousand paper cuts”? I’ve just recently heard it. Frankly, I don’t

Growth & Scaling, Strategy & Planning

If you follow me on Facebook, you know I’ve recently been plagued by the growing amount of paperwork on my

Strategy & Planning

There are as many different approaches to planning as social media sites. Some of the more common ones we’ve seen

Mindset & Resilience, Strategy & Planning

Several months ago, Fast Company ran an article on the supposed demise of strategic planning in favor of strategic execution.

Growth & Scaling, Mindset & Resilience

Do you ever find yourself stuck? Unable to move forward on a project or a goal? In your quest to

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