Month: September 2026

It is likely you are familiar with the story of Pinocchio. The child’s tale was originally crafted in Italy in the late 1800. This work centered around the wooden boy coming to life and having to navigate various trials where his conscience needed to play a critical role in his nurturing. Depending on the situation, it would cause either a positive step forward or place him at the mercy of potentially devastating consequences.  The wooden boy’s conscience was amplified by the character Jiminy Cricket.

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Let’s start by getting a lay of the land, should you be at a point in your business career where the thought of transitioning the business to family, a third party, or simply closing it down. This is a very scary time for a leader to go through.  Your life and your work have been so tightly bound together that the collision of reality and emotions can genuinely feel overwhelming. You are going to need a team of trusted advisors who coordinate together your best outcome based on your desires, intentions, and other factors like tax and legal ramifications.

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With Labor Day behind us and the unofficial start of fall, our attention shifts to many in our communities going back to school and to the mindset in the workplace returning to focus on completing the calendar year by achieving the objectives set forth in January.  Some might say that they never took their eye off the target during the summer. For some, that is very true.  The reality is that although they might have kept their eye on the target, did it translate into actionable steps forward to the goals of the business? 

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The unofficial start of the fall season and new school year for many takes place next week. But prior to that event, we pause to acknowledge all who have labored and will labor for this great nation. Labor Day is set aside each year to recognize the importance of those who contribute to our nation by putting forth effort and energy in their chosen work.

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