Feb 6, 2025
Managing Oneself: The Foundation for Leading Others
Last week we talked about managing a sales team. This week, we're backing up and talking about one of the main reasons that managers have problems... In the world of business, it’s…
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Feb 3, 2025
Motivate, Manage, and Maximize Your Sales Team
If you're like me, not a natural sales person, you may find that managing a sales team can be a little trickier than expected. Managing a sales team isn’t just about setting quotas…
Jan 31, 2025
If Your Business Was a Reality Show...
Running a business is a lot like starring in a reality TV showthere’s drama, unexpected challenges, competition, and hopefully, some big wins. If your business had its own r…
Jan 25, 2025
Frustration Fix: The Power of Clear Expectations
I was recently talking to a friend who was in marriage counseling with his wife. The counselor made a statement that stuck with him (and me): "All frustration begins with unmet exp…
Jan 21, 2025
Kickoff The Year Right
The Power of a Strong Start in 2025 By now, your annual goals should be set, your budget finalized, and your team is looking forward to the successes of 2025. But before you dive i…
Jan 16, 2025
Why We Hate "Them"
"Hate" is a strong word...but it fits the bill here. This is one of our biggest pet peeves. Recently, I asked a leadership team member about their company's goals for the upcoming…
Jan 13, 2025
Why Every Company Needs a Second-in-Command
Visionaries are the dreamers, the big-picture thinkers, and the driving force behind innovation. They’re the ones with the audacious goals and groundbreaking ideas that push busine…
Jan 10, 2025
Don't Be A Weenie
Let’s face it: nobody likes challenges, difficult customers, or tough conversations. But here’s the thing avoiding them doesn’t make them go away. It just makes them worse.…
Jan 7, 2025
Success Shortcut - Mentoring
Mentoring Guide: The Value of Being a Mentor and Having a Mentor We talked last week about leveling-up your skills as a leader. One of the fastest ways to improve is to find a ment…