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Guest Wake-Up by Sarah McGee: Turmoil to triumph, a personal story
What a week it was for the newest round of Certified Strategies Coaches (CSCs)! I need to introduce myself before we move forward, and I tell my... Read More
When your 'square peg' can’t fit your 'round hole'
This is about performance expectations that are out of sync with capabilities and strengths. It sounds like this: “He knows what to do, so why can’t... Read More
It’s time for the No-Compromise Leadership road trip
Mid-term elections are in full swing with candidates stomping around the countryside pontificating how their versions of change are best. Well, I too... Read More
An accountant's view: What owners do to make their accountants lazy
I've reviewed thousands of financial statements over my 40 years as a business consultant. I confess that I have become cynical when it comes to... Read More
Sometimes, it’s good to get “mad”
The most memorable line in the 1976 hit film Network is, “I’m mad as hell and I’m not going to take it anymore.” That line is one powerful declaration... Read More
A week of tough phone calls
Last week’s Monday Morning Wake-up was clearly a “wake-up” for many. It was aimed squarely at addressing the epidemic of “owners’ nights” that has... Read More
Living on the financial edge isn't living ... It's surviving!
Put your seatbelt on because this Monday Morning Wake-Up is a wake-up every leader needs to digest and take action on. OK, here goes...Many years ago,... Read More
How hard are you playing the game of business?
Here are the facts: Business is a game. You play to win. There are owners, managers, coaches and players. The "season" is 12 months - one... Read More
“Someday, I’m gonna ...”
Since my No-Compromise Leadership book was published at the end of 2008, the one question I’m asked most is: How long did it take you to write it?... Read More
Does your company have an attitude?
It seems everyone is talking about how to create dynamic business cultures - me included. While doing a Webinar recently on indifference and how “I... Read More
When the most significant breakthroughs occur
I just completed teaching a four-day Strategies Incubator course. I’ve been doing Incubators for more than 16 years and still find them to be the... Read More