When I found the Studio C Ideal Padfolio on the Carolina Pad site, I was overjoyed! Talk about a piece that does many things – and does them well. It’s really a system within a system. Some of my favorite features include the notepad, pocket sleeves and a tab to hold a pen. And how […]
Pollypockets and Why You’re in Business
My clients are smart, motivated, and driven. But more than that, they’re clear about why they’re in business – and the why includes both personal AND professional reasons. For instance, one of my long-term clients walked into our most recent meeting and confessed he was having a bad day. A really bad day. He was […]
Goat Rodeos and 31 Days of Organizing
When I first heard the term goat rodeo I got a very vivid mental image…of many people who own small businesses. Now, if a goat rodeo is described as “a situation that order cannot be brought to at any time” or “is a scenario that requires 100 things to go right” in order for it […]
Did You Include the Tape? (Thoughtful Business Systems Work!)
Last week my boyfriend Nelson made a big decision (for a guy). He cancelled TV at our house. Without getting on a soapbox rant, let’s just say I’m not a big fan of television. So, his cancelling his subscription TV service is a very, very good thing from my perspective. Now, what the heck does […]
Excellent Systems Lead to Success – 3 Way Plumbing Leads By Example
In business, there are lessons to be learned from those who create success over the long term. A recent conversation with Danielle Martini highlighted several important lessons for business owners – and many involved consistently adopting, communicating, and enforcing good business practices. Communicating Expectations for Team Members If there’s one thing I know about Danielle […]
Five Ways Disorganization is Costing You Money and Clients
Over the years, I feel like I’ve seen every way that disorganization can cost a business time and money. Nothing surprises me anymore and when I talk with business owners, I always let them know they are in a “no judgment” zone with me and my team. So, take these examples as what they are […]