How to Master Virtual Meetings
Within the past year, virtual meetings have become the new norm. Organizations have learned to adapt, and companies across the country are using virtual meetings in place of traditional, face-to-face meetings due to social distancing measures caused by the pandemic. The challenge now facing leaders and colleagues alike is keeping everyone unified to run […]
Business Decision Principle from Calvin & Hobbs – really?
Was Bill Watterson a Personal development Coach? Most likely not, however in my favorite comic strip – Calvin & Hobbs, he addresses a very powerful, valid principle of Decision making and in Business Planning your decisions vs. reacting in making decisions. How do Business Owners and Leaders make decisions every day, almost every few minutes […]
Increase Sales and Managerial Results with “Science of Pursuasion” by Robert Cialdini
Business Owners, Executives, Leaders of all organizations should listen to this and determine how to implement the six “short – cuts” outlined by Robert Cialdini in his You Tube video. Robert Cialdini outlines effective, simple ways to increase your ability to persuade others using science to increase Sales, Managerial ability, etc. After you listen to […]
The Five Temptations of a CEO and Business Owner
In 1998 Patrick Lencioni wrote a book: “The Five Temptations of a CEO”. Since Business Owners are actually the CEO of their Business and since according to Michael Gerber, most of these business owners are operating under The E-Myth Revisited of never running a business as a CEO these Owners, are not ready to operate […]
Seven Secrets of Managerial Success
Success in Business or in your Career requires effective ability to manage. Managing your organization, Managing your Resources, Managing basically everything. Whether you are a Business Owner or an employee managing or leading an organization, you should twice a year reflect on you and remind yourself why you are on the payroll! Determining your key […]
What is involved in Starting a Business & How does a Franchise help with that
Running a successful small business is the dream for many people Setting your own hours, picking your ideal clients and enjoying the rewards of your efforts. It really can be exciting and rewarding. For many, it can be a daunting decision. If you relate to this, you’re not alone. There are an infinite number of […]
Exploring Entrepreneurship – Finding Opportunity, Building your future
You’re at a crossroads You’re an experienced business professional. A leader. You have skills and insights that others can benefit from. You have the drive to succeed – on your own, without limitations of working for someone else. Now is the time to take your leadership skills to the next level, pursuing what many other […]
Can A Business Coach Help Your Franchise Thrive?
Steve Thompson, president and CEO of FocalPoint Business Coaching, explains the benefits franchisees can reap from hiring a business coach. Why should a franchise owner consider working with a business coach? When you purchase a franchise, you are also purchasing the built-in support from your franchisor in areas like sales, marketing and training. However, as […]
What is your COVID – 19 Business Plan?
With decisions being made by Governors and Mayors in our communities that are seriously impacting our business, it is critical that Business Owners create a 90 day COVID – 19 business plan. What is such a plan and how does it look? By now, your business most likely has experienced: Decrease in Revenue […]
“Help! This COVID – 19 thing is killing Our business.”
More than anytime in history Business Owners are facing issues that are beyond their control. Issues Business Owners are facing range from losing clients, decreasing revenues, employees not being able to work, Collecting Receivables, Cash flow, the Market, etc. Today’s Business Owners need to have a 90 day plan on how they and their business […]