Benefits of Hiring a Business Consultant
We’ve discussed why hiring a consultant can provide significant value to your organization and offer tips for choosing the right one.
New Year’s Hesitations: Going Back to Work After Vacation
A friend of mine always developed a post-Christmas “flu” in high school. The holidays would end and suddenly, that first day back to school, he would complain to his mother that he didn’t feel well, and he would end up staying home an extra day or two to recover. Those of us who struggle with…
How to Make Crucial Conversations in Business a Cake Walk
Picture this scenario: You’re a manufacturer who designs and sells customized products. A customer’s order was shipped last week and was supposed to arrive yesterday, however the shipment was not delivered. Your client calls you and starts panicking because the product they ordered was required to fulfill a promise for one of their clients. This…
Get Paid Now: 6 Tips for Better Accounts Receivable Management
In business, cash is king. Understanding how to manage your cash flow properly will save you from undue stress and ensure that you’re paid for your products or services. Meticulous cash flow management is one of the most important elements to running a strong, successful business. Cash is needed to complete new projects, pay employees,…
Embracing Life’s Struggles to Grow and Succeed
Anything worth doing in life comes with some hardship, struggle, or resistance. I left my family home when I was eighteen. At the time, I was still in high school, but determined to make my way in the world without much external support. I worked various jobs to pay for my rent, food, college education,…
How to Make Your Next Business Trip Stress-Free
As a business owner, you likely travel quite a bit. Business trips, client visits, conferences, trade shows, and the occasional vacation getaway can make it difficult to stay connected with your team, partners, and clientele. However, stress does not have to be a bi-product of your mobility if you use the right tools and processes…
Hobbies and Work-Life Balance
Working in a high-demand job can take over all aspects of life outside of the office. Many people face the daily pressures from superiors to improve performance and become more efficient in assigned tasks. It is easy to let these demands take over, but there is another way to improve life in and out of…