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How to Make the Most of Your Annual Review

Congratulations! If you are fortunate enough to be able to read this email, then, in all likelihood, you’ve managed to reach the finish line of another year. While last year’s New Year’s resolution to eliminate pasta from your diet may have backfired, maintaining your career through another year means something must be going right. Before … Continue reading "How to Make the Most of Your Annual Review"

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When Thank You Notes Just Aren’t Enough

In the coming months, you may be the recipient of a gift. There’s a good chance this might be a tad uncomfortable. Some of us–I’m not naming names–are terrible at receiving gifts. It’s not always easy, but showing appreciation matters. After all, it’s the thought that counts in business and in life. So, here’s a … Continue reading "When Thank You Notes Just Aren’t Enough"

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What is Your Question? Ask and Receive

Do you ask enough questions? I’d say most people don’t. Of course, my subscribers aren’t most people. My followers are leaders. They understand that the mighty question mark is the most powerful punctuation in their arsenal. They know there are no “dumb questions” in their epic adventure for truth and continuous improvement. They believe that … Continue reading "What is Your Question? Ask and Receive"

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Why Your Business Should Stop Loaning Money

It shouldn’t come as a shock that I take a strong stance on the topics of “business” and “focus.” Heck, I even wrote a book called The Focused Business, which happens to be available on Amazon and makes a great stocking stuffer! *wink, wink* What’s one sign your business is losing focus? Follow the money. … Continue reading "Why Your Business Should Stop Loaning Money"

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How Dull Sales Skills Sell Yourself Short

Stuck in a sales slump? Convinced yourself that you’re getting bad leads, the market is in a down-cycle, and all the fat cats at City Hall are sticking it to the little guy? Maybe. Then again, it could be that those skills could use a little sharpening. Sales skills are like a chef’s knife. Honed … Continue reading "How Dull Sales Skills Sell Yourself Short"

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How Dull Sales Skills Sells Yourself Short

Stuck in a sales slump? Convinced yourself that you’re getting bad leads, the market is in a down-cycle, and all the fat cats at City Hall are sticking it to the little guy? Maybe. Then again, it could be that those skills could use a little sharpening. Sales skills are like a chef’s knife. Honed … Continue reading "How Dull Sales Skills Sells Yourself Short"

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How to Avoid Getting (Too) Greedy

If you’re an entrepreneur, you’ve spent time in “the red.” You’ve used money, earned or borrowed, and invested into your business. Buy for a dollar. Sell for two. Eventually, you land in “the green.” What happens then? Some folks buy an Armani suit, slick back their hair with 3 pounds of hair gel, channel their … Continue reading "How to Avoid Getting (Too) Greedy"

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The Vales of Values When IT Comes to Business Partnerships

Are you really taking the time to get to know your business partners? I’m not just talking about equity partners, I’m talking about hiring other people and companies to do things that represent your business. Sometimes business owners hitch themselves to sketchy partnerships faster than a late night wedding in the Las Vegas Elvis’s Chapel … Continue reading "The Vales of Values When IT Comes to Business Partnerships"

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Stay Away from These 3 Business System Mistakes

Fishing can be such a relaxing time, right? Boat? Check! Frosty beverages? Check! Fishing rod? Check! Relaxing, that is, until the first time your line gets snagged in a rock. Fifteen minutes later you’re wrapped in 30 feet of monofilament with no other options than to cut yourself loose like an endangered Atlantic Sturgeon. Convoluted, … Continue reading "Stay Away from These 3 Business System Mistakes"

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Developing Leadership by Letting Go

Meet your new personal trainer. His name? ”Brock.” “I’ll spot you,” Brock says as you chalk up for the bench press. He stands behind you as you lift the weights off of the rack. He then grips the crossbar, lifts it up FOR YOU, and yells, “You’re a warrior! You’re crushing it!” Whether it’s running … Continue reading "Developing Leadership by Letting Go"

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