Just this week I’ve talked with three founders who are feeling overwhelmed.  Each tied the overwhelm to decisions made and acted on: It’s better if

How would you rate your experience in business ownership?  Most leaders in business feel like 2020 has represented one of the toughest business environments they’ve ever

We’ve all seen the headlines on business failures.  One look at the recovery estimates from McKinsey for the hospitality, transportation and education industries gives me

This August is so different, isn’t it?  In the past August was more about vacation, birthdays, and preparing kids to go back to school.  COVID19,

Last week there was a particular Tweet that resonated with me.  It was from someone who captured a sign about wearing a mask in her

My wish for you is that every one of you is READY FOR ANYTHING – with the financial resources to make decisions calmly, the ability

Clear your head of fear, frustration, and confusion. Easier said than done, isn’t it? Below you’ll find ideas that help with that, too. But, first,

The first time you do something, it’s usually surprising how hard the thing is.  This is probably your first run at a pandemic.  There’s no

I can’t tell you how many times over the past few days I have read or heard that from someone.  The market has crashed, Crown

Conflict in working relationships can be costly. Unresolved conflict, along with the negative reactions that go hand in hand with conflict, can be deadly as

It will take you about 4 minutes to read this.  Many of you won’t read it and you’ll tell yourself that you don’t have time

We have 15 days left in 2019.  It’s time to celebrate the successes and curate the learning.  (And, no, this isn’t the time to overeat,

Think about family business. Was love the first thing that popped into your head? Probably not. Relationships are complicated. Family relationships in business – more

I hate being lost. I was out in the woods earlier this year and got distracted. The path went down and then seemed to disappear.

Hey, are you holding a job, or growing a company? There’s no judgement here either way. I’m just curious. The people that devote time, energy,

It’s been a minute! I wanted to check in with you. How’s business? For me, really fun! I’ve had the opportunity to work with clients

So, how many of you contacted me, your financial planner or your exit strategist to begin working on your family business succession plan? Remember that

As of 2019, PwC’s Family Business survey found that JUST 18% of family owned businesses have a robust succession plan. The study can be found

What stops you from creating a vision of your ideal exit from your business? Finances? Time? Fear of aging? Too young to retire? Fear of

Last week I spoke with a management team member of an international corporation. We had an impromptu coaching session. It wasn’t enough. There was so

Take out your aging well plan. You do have one, right? Why not? We all have something lurking in the backs of our minds; but