A Whole New Way of Thinking?

The problem with thinking is that you are not doing anything.  In our world, doing is deemed better than thinking.  I think…we do too much thoughtlessly.  I think we should think more.  Then, we can do less and gain more. I decided to start 2014 with new and challenging conversations.  I invited the brightest folks [...]

A Whole New Way of Thinking?2016-12-01T14:55:13+00:00

Business Makeover Tip #5: Empty (Some Of!) Your Purse Into Your Head

"If a man empties his purse into his head no man can take it away from him because an investment in knowledge always pays the best dividend."  ~ Benjamin Franklin Become a student of business and personal development.  Reach out and find community with people who have accomplished things that align with what you want. [...]

Business Makeover Tip #5: Empty (Some Of!) Your Purse Into Your Head2016-12-01T14:55:13+00:00

Phenomenal Financial Blast!

Anthony and Rose joined me and Shauna (aka Sha-nomenal!) and the Phenomenal Team at Howard Partridge's Inner Circle program in Houston.   There, we hosted the FUNomenal Financial Blast.  Owners from 21 companies cleaned up their financials, crunched budgeting numbers, determined selling prices and explored the Financial Quick Check report.  Super Nerdy Fun!  And powerful [...]

Phenomenal Financial Blast!2016-12-01T14:55:13+00:00

Let’s FIX the Family Business!

Family drama can drive you crazy.  The drama multiplies when you have a family business.  Yet, when it works, the family business offers… Trust.  An understanding that “We are in this together.” Legacy.  We are creating our own opportunities and fortunes. Money.  As the family expands, so should the business. Time.  Together. LOVE.  Yep, love [...]

Let’s FIX the Family Business!2017-02-17T23:41:25+00:00

Business Makeover Tips – The Ride Along

As a small business expert, I have learned a few things.  Here are my latest, greatest insights… There is information and implementation.  You probably have PLENTY of information already. You are short on time and energy.  Ergo, you get behind on implementation. Your front line team members can get things done for you.  They will [...]

Business Makeover Tips – The Ride Along2016-12-01T14:55:14+00:00

3 Business Lessons Served on CNBC’s Crowd Rules

I love watching TV! I steer clear of bad TV. However, there is solid programming out there. And there is great free advice if you are building a business.  I love Restaurant Impossible and Tabatha's Salon Takeover.  (BTW, I am at the ready to host an Extreme Makeover - Service Business Edition show!) I love it [...]

3 Business Lessons Served on CNBC’s Crowd Rules2017-01-23T21:31:14+00:00