Yesterday I was listening to NPR as they blathered on about the health care debate here in the U.S. They said the Supreme Court Justices were firing off questions about a one a minute and it was a lively day of discussion. And then the NPR announcer said something about the justices trying to get […]
Small Business Ownership
Organization is an essential business tool
I don’t know about where you live, but here in Charlotte, NC, it sure feels like spring already. My car is coated in yellow pollen The windows in the house have been open for several weeks My seedlings are sprouting like crazy The insects are busy – flies, bees, and inchworms galore! It’s March, people! […]
Risky calls, regular postcards and the secret to success
I heard some brilliant advice recently from my friend and former client Craig Dunn, owner of Carolina Office Solutions here in Charlotte. He said, “Now is the time to take small risks. Make small investments in your business, in your employees, and in yourself.” I couldn’t agree more and was delighted to hear him share […]
From frustrated to freedom
Last week, I finally moved into some office space. It’s a quiet place to work where I can write, shoot video, and meet with my local clients. It’s a keyman-type building and I’m surrounded by about six or eight other small businesses. I happened to have my door open mid-week and here’s a conversation I […]
Really – here’s what I do for business owners
So many people ask, “Really, what do you for business owners?” Here’s a great video where I share what I do. Thanks to Michael Catlow and 15 Minutes of Fame for asking me to participate! [youtube=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-344tVk0mns;&rel=0] If this wowed you, please share your insights! And if YOU are finally ready to start getting stuff […]
Organization as a Leadership Skill
I had a wonderful experience regarding organization as a leadership skill recently. Here’s how it went down… When a successful guy like Andy Dinkin speaks, people listen. During an early morning networking event, Mr. Andy Dinkin and I were standing around talking with a guy who was saying, “I live in a world of chaos. […]