As a business owner or executive, you know how important it is to have a team that works well together. But did you know that emotional intelligence could be the key to unlocking your team’s full potential? While technical skills and experience are certainly important, emotional intelligence can make all the difference when it comes […]
In the world of business, being a leader is all about making sound business decisions and achieving success for the company, right? While this may be true to some extent, the most successful leaders today are those who put their employees first. This means creating a work culture that revolves around the needs of the […]
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The workplace in the 21st century is made up of people from different age groups and generations. Differences in values, communication styles, and work ethics can create a divide that leads to misunderstandings, tension, and conflict. As an owner, entrepreneur, or executive, bridging the generational gap at work is a crucial skill to possess. It […]
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As an entrepreneur, launching and growing a business is one of the most challenging tasks you will ever tackle. While passion, grit, and sheer determination are all essential for success, they can only take you so far. That’s where business therapy comes in. A business coach can serve as your guide and sounding board, helping […]
If you are currently sitting in a position of authority leading a business, whether you built it, acquired it, or worked your rosy little arse off to get there, you still have choices to make every day. In order to achieve the best possible results with your business and your team, there are a few […]
It’s hard to believe you can run into a successful executive who is 180 off the mark on a certain topic. I once had a client company who was struggling with the aftermath of undergoing a rapid campaign of acquisitions. Eighteen months into post-merger activities they were hemorrhaging money. My job was to reassess certain […]
“How many people work for you?” the CEO was asked. “About half of them,” was the reply. You don’t have to be the CEO to relate. If you are a manager, project manager, business owner, or team lead, you probably find yourself regularly challenged by the differences in your team members. Some are rock stars. […]
