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The traditional career path of climbing the ladder in a corporate job may seem like a safe option, but in recent years, more and more people are choosing to take the leap and pursue entrepreneurship. While there are certainly challenges to starting your own business, the rewards can be significant, from being your own boss […]

After reading an article from Gino Wickman where he reflected on his mentors, I was immediately sent down memory lane looking back on mine. If you’ve followed my blog or paodcast for long, you likely have heard me tell the story of lifelong mentorship. Being raised the only child of a hard working single Mom, […]

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There is a struggle in modern business. As people show up for work, there is a tension between forces that push us to be perfect in what we achieve, yet we know in our hearts and minds we are imperfect in many ways. And the work goes on. We add more hours to the day […]

Today on Leadership Powered by Common Sense, we’re joined by Aaron Shelley, who will teach you the crucial steps to establish a shared purpose for your family and business, paving the way for a healthy work-life balance. Aaron’s journey is one of learning from both his business and personal experiences, and he’ll share his invaluable […]

In the political drama “West Wing”, President Bartlet usually ended an episode with this question, “What’s next?” Knowing what is next for your business is a crucial choice that affects its success. Running a business comes with a lot of challenges. It’s a constant balancing act of making sure your business is running smoothly while […]

As an entrepreneur or leader, there are bound to be times when you face adversity and challenges that seem insurmountable. Those are the times when you need to be a coffee bean – the times when you must transform the situation into something positive and beneficial. This blog post will explore the power of positive […]

As human beings, we are all driven by something. Whether it’s a desire for success, a need for connection, or a passion for creativity, our motivations and driving forces are what shape us into the individuals we are today. But have you ever taken the time to truly understand what your driving force is? Have […]