Have you ever been working when something random happens that causes an upset? If you’re a business owner or manager, frequent business challenges may very well be part of your normal working day. The stakes can seem much higher when you’re sitting in the middle of a business that is selling ser...

When you are working with a team, you will encounter different personalities in the workplace and characteristics amongst your employees. It is important to remember that all these different types contribute different skills and perspectives to the team. One of your jobs as a leader is to help your ...

The alarm goes off. As you wake, you realize there’s no boss standing by the office time clock waiting to see what time you’re going to punch in. You start negotiating with yourself about how it might not be so bad to hit the snooze button. You ask yourself, “What’s another fifteen minutes o...

Business changes much like the seasons of the year. Winter is a time for introspection and reflection as much of life lies dormant. Spring is a time for renewal, while summer and fall are times of growth and harvest. In business, we have similar cycles—though they are not the same for every busine...

Recruiting good employees for your organization is critical, and your job as the leader is to bring in the best and most qualified. Though this can be tough you can accomplish it. Talent is more than just having a great resume, look for driven individuals. Search for emotionally engaged employees �...

Picture – Jonathan Goldhill with Wooly Mammoth   Business freedom – What does it mean to you? B.C. Forbes said, “Don’t forget until too late that the business of life is not business, but living.”   So, enjoy the ride. Life is short. Right? If you don’t enjoy it, who will e...