In today’s tight job markets and competitive economy, you need to get and keep the best talent for your business. This should be job #1 for your organization. If you don’t get this right, not much else matters. There are several important steps to attract and retain...
Would you buy your business from someone else? Many business owners and managers have a job rather than an asset or a fulfilling career. So, it’s time to take a cold hard look at whether your business is working for you or are you are working for it. Take a few...
Do you know which opportunities will give your business the highest returns? Does your team or organization struggle to gain agreement on what to pursue and what to drop? It’s tough to stay on track. So many issues and opportunities call for our attention. It’s even...
It’s easy to have blinders on about our own business. We miss areas of vulnerability to economic changes and competition. No one is too big or too strong to fail. We learned that when some of the financial institutions went out of business in the Great Recession. So,...
You can write a winning business plan in one page. That’s all it takes to provide a clear and compelling case for your business. It’s also about all that most employees and investors can focus upon and remember. Of the hundreds of business plans I’ve read, few address...
Think of your business like a car. You need not only a good plan on where you want to go but also a well-tuned vehicle to get there. If any part—engine, transmission, tires, steering, etc.—isn’t in alignment, you won’t enjoy the ride. The same is true for any...
