General, Strategy

The Refiner’s Fire

07.30.09 | Permalink | Comment?

Steel only becomes steel through a process of tempering…temperature extremes harden the metal. Times are tough…it’s easy to run a business when times are plentiful. You have a choice to make:

Find a way to make your business grow during difficult times. Find ways to streamline, automate and cut costs.
Or, you can ride it out. Get [...]

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management

Faith in the Folk

01.30.09 | Permalink | Comment?

Leadership.
What is it?
I’ve had the opportunity to work for and observe all kinds of leaders. I’ve seen good managers and bad managers. I’ve seen all sorts of management styles. I had the privilege of working with and for my father for several years and observe him in leadership positions. I’ve also had the opportunity to [...]

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Strategy

Self-doubt and second guessing…

01.26.09 | Permalink | Comment?

Are you in the early stages of starting a business? Believe me when I tell you that self-doubt and second guessing yourself are not uncommon.
I just had a bout of that today!
It happens….you know, we need fear and doubt. Those feelings are there to protect us from making mistakes. To warn us against danger.
If you’ve [...]

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