Category: Relationships

Ever been in that conversation with another person, and the word accountable comes up? The word is one of those potential emotionally charged elements of a conversation.   Depending on how you view not just the word but its implications, it causes internal reactions to well up inside your body.  Some are mental, and others are physical.  For some people, the word “accountable” triggers a rush of positive energy, while for others it triggers a rush of negative energy, prompting a desire to find a quick exit from the conversation.

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Next Monday is our nation’s Memorial Day of Remembrance.  As this is the 250th Anniversary of such a great nation, we need to take time to give thanks to and for all those who have given so much for our freedoms.  It is very easy to point fingers and shout blame from a position protected by the very freedoms our country has fought and continues to fight for each and every citizen of the United States of America.

Memorial Day 2026Read More »

For many leaders, when they initially assume their role, they believe they have a pretty good vision or, should it be eyesight. Their many years of investing time and energy, and overcoming numerous obstacles, have finally paid off in a leadership role. During this time of growing themselves and keeping their head down while pushing forward, they might not have realized their eyesight could very well be hindered.  They might just need corrective lenses to reach the next higher level of contribution as a leader.

Is your leadership farsighted or nearsighted?Read More »

A business, like any precious asset, gains and loses value based on many factors. A house, for example, can rise in value based on location, demand, and amenities. It can also lose value when demand changes, a neighborhood declines in safety, or for a host of other reasons. Your business is not unlike the variables of other assets.  It will grow and increase in value when all members of the organization contribute to its development. 

Are all team members focused on improving the value of the business?Read More »

As we wrap up April, another time block is checked off.  It is good to invest some time to assess what took place in April and so far in 2026.  Too often, time passes, and we just keep moving forward without understanding what took place or whether adjustments are needed. Like a programmed robot, we keep doing the same thing and anticipating the same or better results.  This mode of operation is more focused on working in your business than on taking the time to build it up strategically.

Keep working on your businessRead More »

One of the most important aspects of leadership is developing the individuals in your organization. The current and future growth and stability of your business are directly dependent on your team’s capabilities and contributions.  Weak development of future leaders essentially puts your organization in a slow downward spiral, with the marketplace drifting away from your business to competitors or alternative ways to meet their business needs.

It is about building your businessRead More »

For most American individuals and C Corps, yesterday was Tax Day. For S Corps, it was a month ago. Yes, you could always file for an extension, which gives you more time to get your records and returns in order. Obviously, you need your trusted financial advisor team to handle the details, but as the leader, you should be aware of the tax ramifications of your business.

The Tax Man has comethRead More »

Spring has sprung. The trees and flowers are beginning to bloom.  The snow in most parts of the northern states has melted away, and now it is full steam ahead before the summer vacation cycle begins. This time of year is typically when people emerge from winter household activities and begin freshening up the exterior and, sometimes, the interior of their homes.  As we grew up, our families enlisted our help with one project or another.  From washing windows to raking the debris from the garden beds or that first cutting of the lawn, it was all hands-on deck. As business leaders, we can take a few lessons from this seasonal action to improve both our businesses and, more importantly, ourselves.

Time for a little spring cleaningRead More »

Yesterday was the traditional April Fool’s Day.  Today is the first day of the new calendar quarter. 3 months have passed, and you should now have some data to analyze to see how you are progressing on your 2026 plans. Much like reviewing your monthly financials, you need a recurring event to pause and review actual data to confirm or adjust your action plans.

Don’t be an April fool!Read More »

Last week, we introduced or reintroduced you to the variety show plate spinner.  It may have struck a chord as you evaluate your daily routine of juggling priorities and challenges to run your business. It is not easy to view yourself in that situation, but if you are ruthlessly honest with your operating style, you might just have to admit you too have lots of plates spinning, some of which are wobbling out of control.

Are you a plate spinner – Part 2Read More »