Most entrepreneurs recognize the need for business systems. Many books and gurus teach that without systems or standard operating procedures your business won’t last long. And they’re right—but only to a certain point. If misdirected, an over-reliance on business systems can do more harm than good. I’ve found many business owners hold common misconceptions about … Continue reading “The Myth of Business Systems”
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Micro Management vs. Effective Management
There’s management, and then there is micro management. Which method do you use? More important, which method would those you lead and manage say you use? Many people who think they are being effective managers are shocked to learn their actions are stifling growth and creativity. This brief video draws five comparisons between the less … Continue reading “Micro Management vs. Effective Management”
Five Business Lessons from Batman
As an entrepreneur, you move fast. So fast, that you always need to keep your mind open to business lessons wherever and whenever you can get them. This week, I wanted to share a few of those business lessons from an unusual source: Batman. In this short video I share five critical lessons on entrepreneurship … Continue reading “Five Business Lessons from Batman”
Business Improvement Begins with Accountability
Have you ever heard of Bob Bowman? Perhaps you have or haven’t, yet you’ve certainly seen the results of his professional work. You’ll see it again very soon during the upcoming Olympic Games. You see, Bob happens to be Michael Phelps’s swimming coach. Consider this for a moment: what if Michael decided, instead of coaching … Continue reading “Business Improvement Begins with Accountability”
The Entrepreneur’s Mirror: For Entrepreneur and Business Alike
Self-knowledge is extraordinarily important. It’s also extremely difficult. In fact, Benjamin Franklin famously remarked in his Poor Richard’s Almanac that: There are three Things extremely hard, Steel, a Diamond, and to know one’s self. This free tool will make your quest for self-knowledge, both as a business and entrepreneur, a whole lot easier. Watch the … Continue reading “The Entrepreneur’s Mirror: For Entrepreneur and Business Alike”
