Three Tips for Managing Personality Challenges

Don’t let challenging personalities negatively impact your company’s culture. People are all wired differently and, in many cases, that wiring makes people good at their particular jobs. So what do yo...

Jan 20, 2020

It’s OK to Say No (and How to Do it)

Being able to say no is tough, especially when you’re a business owner. You want to be liked, you want the sale, you want happy employees, you want return customers… but never saying no will lead to m...

Dec 18, 2019

Three Ways to Stay Focused on Success

“Work smarter, not harder.” It’s a common saying and we hear it all the time. It’s true – and some people have absolutely mastered it – but sometimes working smarter is challenging, especially when yo...

Dec 4, 2019

Being a Thankful Business Owner this Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving is a special time of year that inspires us to slow down and think about what we’re thankful for – whether it’s family, friends, good health, a comfortable place to live or something more ...

Nov 20, 2019

Social Responsibility: Supporting the Right Cause

Social responsibility in business has become an important business trend across America, especially as employees and customers continue to raise their expectations around the companies they choose to ...

Oct 29, 2019

Four Steps to Building Business Relationships

Building strong relationships is an important part of the success of any business, but when you’re a new business owner – or when you’re not an extrovert – knowing how to get started can be challengin...

Oct 18, 2019

Planning Small Breaks Can Help You Avoid Burnout

Business owner burnout is an epidemic. Our society values entrepreneurs and business leaders who work tirelessly to build success, but working 80 hours a week, never seeing your family and never havin...

Sep 23, 2019

Finding the Right Mentor

Sometimes mentorships come naturally and without a lot of forethought – like when a manager takes you under his or her wing and helps you with your personal and professional growth. But sometimes, esp...

Sep 22, 2019

Worrying About the Competition Can Help You Make Your Business Better

Competition can be scary. Whether you’re worried about a rival store opening down the street or you’re in an emerging industry watching other start-ups launch with a new twist, it’s hard to make sure ...