Recently, I've been called out by people I trust and respect for not being willing to slow down and take breaks often enough. I understand their concerns and they are correct. In the last few years, I've come to realize that I've missed my biggest opportunities by not pushing hard for just a little … [Read more...]
The value of systemizing business processes
For a while now, I've been working with a business process just begging to be systemized. The problem is systemizing a business process requires two things many small businesses are short on: owner/manager analysis time and resources (people or equipment) to implement the system. What I noticed … [Read more...]
What's the value of a recurring question?
In business and in life, you have probably noticed that some questions are recurring. I'm not sure what questions you hear because our circle of business associates and friends is different. In my world, I am often asked why standardized color systems never seem to solve the problems they … [Read more...]
The value of public speaking
Blogging and public speaking are closely related pursuits so it shouldn't surprise you to learn that the value derived from each is similar. When you write a blog post, over time you get to share your story with dozens, hundreds or even thousands of people who find their way to your post and read … [Read more...]
Patience, as learned by blogging
There was a time not so long ago, when I could not wait to click publish on a new post. Sometimes I still feel that urge but I know from experience that by waiting a week or so the post will only become better. Cooling off time. First, I edit the post with fresh eyes a day later. I have yet to find … [Read more...]