Three years ago, a survey by US Bank found that 82% of small businesses failed because they ran out of cash. I wonder where we are now.
JULY 2020 ANSWER TO THE QUESTION OF THE MONTH: The best boss I ever worked for was so good because… How does that relate to how you manage people today?
The best boss I ever worked for was so good because … How does that relate to how you manage people today? 1. I worked as a bar manager in college. The owner was so good because he cared. We had some great late-night conversations that went well into the wee hours of the morning. He was interested and he
The Law of Thirds
In every organization there are: The Naysayers who aren’t for you. They may not speak out, but you have a gut feeling they don’t have your back. These people don’t want the best for you; they might be passive or aggressive in their resistance.
PIVOT into A New Normal
Do you sometimes wish you are in a bad dream and when you wake up, everything will be back to what it was six months ago? Sorry, not happening.
Leaders Need Vacation Time Too
In this pandemic, it’s never been more important to take time off. Time off looks different for everyone. Do you like taking long walks, reading a book not related to work, streaming an entire series you have been pining for, or maybe even bunging jumping? As a leader, it’s crucial for you to take time to do what you enjoy
This is the Day! It’s All About Customers
“Get closer than ever to your customers. So close, in fact, that you tell them what they need well before they realize it themselves.” – Steve Jobs
There’s Always A Better Deal – Except When It’s Not Better
A Roundtable member recently announced her annual banking review is coming up. She likes her banker with whom she has had a long-standing relationship. But she is thinking about shopping around in order to save money.
What Does the Other Person Want?
The ability to persuade is a valuable skill. It translates into making a huge sale, convincing people to follow your leadership, getting customers to pay bills on time, and assisting in passing legislation that’s important to you.
“The Talk” – We Can Be Better Than This
When I was growing up getting “the talk” meant having a somewhat awkward conversation with your parent about the birds & the bees. Today having “the talk” means something entirely different and more ominous especially if you are a person of color.
What Have We Learned from All This?
How quickly life can change. We’re five months into a pandemic that has changed the rhythm of our lives. As we take time to think first of the health of our families, friends, employees, and communities, we are also learning lessons that will help us navigate future challenges.