There are some general business macro topics that affect everything, not just discrete parts of the organization. It could be economic trends, governmental regulation, the stock market, geopolitical realties, or simply looking at your business from a 30,000 foot view. This category deals with big picture issues.
The End of Cheap Capital Executive Introduction For years, cheap debt made many strategic choices feel easier. Growth investments, acquisitions, digital bets, buybacks, and operating expansion could often be justified…
The Growth Trap There is a dangerous assumption many business owners make when things start moving in the right direction. They see revenue increasing, backlog growing, new opportunities appearing, the…
Summary of Diane Devaney’s leadership interview Leadership Mentor/Role Model: Beth and Fritz Satran, who were her clients and…
Summary of Bill Valway’s leadership interview Leadership Mentor/Role Model: Richard Branson, for his perseverance through uncertainty and challenges,…
Summary of Rod Ruiz’s leadership interview Leadership Mentor/Role Model: Bill Wariki, one of Rod’s first supervisors, inspired him…
Summary of Butch Connor’s leadership interview Leadership Mentor/Role Model: Butch Connor was inspired by Lee Connor, his first…
Summary of Tom Hamilton’s leadership interview Leadership Mentor/Role Model: Tom was mentored by a superintendent named Mark when…
Summary of Dominic DiPietro’s leadership interview Leadership Mentor/Role Model: Dominic draws inspiration from multiple mentors, including Jeff Bezos,…
Summary of Kevin Poland’s leadership interview Leadership Mentor/Role Model: Kevin looks up to his grandfather, who had a…
Summary of Matt Owings’ leadership interview Leadership Mentor/Role Model: Matt’s father was his main leadership mentor. He instilled…
Summary of Amanda Coleman Phelps’ leadership interview Leadership Mentor/Role Model: Amanda was inspired by her parents, from whom…
Summary of Jim Dunlop’s leadership interview Leadership Mentor/Role Model: Jim was inspired by early bosses who had integrity…
Summary of Carrie Aaron’s leadership interview Leadership Mentor/Role Model: Carrie’s role model is her father, who inspired her…
Summary of Carrie Nicholson’s leadership interview Leadership Mentor/Role Model: Carrie believes there is something to learn from all…
Summary of Doug Mitchell’s leadership interview Leadership Mentor/Role Model: Chip Doran, CEO of a medical center. Chip took…
Summary of Steve Flook’s leadership interview Leadership Mentor/Role Model: Donald Berett, owner and president of a local car…
Summary of Mike O’Neal’s leadership interview Leadership Mentor/Role Model: Frank Settleman, his partner at Chesapeake Glazing, who is…
Summary of Brian Znamirowski’s leadership interview Leadership Mentor/Role Model: Ed Robinson, who gave him the tools and passion…
Summary of Nancy Powell’s leadership interview Leadership Mentor/Role Model: Her CFO at Versatech, who has been instrumental in…
Summary of Nick Damoulakis’s leadership interview Leadership Mentor/Role Model: His father, due to his tenacity and strong work…
Summary of Vadim Polikov’s leadership interview Leadership Mentor/Role Model: Elon Musk, for his ability to create world-changing companies…
Summary of Allison Tsomos’ leadership interview Leadership Mentor/Role Model: A group of coaches from playing three sports in…
Summary of Vlad Volinsky’s leadership interview Leadership Mentor/Role Model: His father, who instilled values of hard work, focus,…
Here is the summary of Jonathan Pocius’ leadership interview: Leadership Mentor/Role Model: Ed Robinson, a business coach who…
Kenny Howes, Vice President and Principal of Mallick Plumbing & Heating, discusses leadership, business growth, and advice for…
Dan Schiffman, Founder and President of Capital River Wealth Management, shares his insights on leadership, business growth, and…
Brian Blood, Managing Partner at GraceBlood LLC, shares insights on leadership, career lessons, and business growth. Leadership Inspiration:…
Key Leadership Insights from Philip Rubbe Surprises in Leadership: Seeing team members succeed is deeply fulfilling. Providing ideas…
Summary of the Interview with Tom Parsons Mentors & Inspiration: His general manager at an accounting firm, who…
Summary of the Interview with Fred Chandler Mentor & Inspiration: A former colleague, Mark, who introduced him to…
Mentor & Inspiration: Kenny Howes, who gave him opportunities and responsibilities he couldn’t get elsewhere. Biggest Surprise in…
Mentor & Inspiration: Alan Belcher, a former UFC fighter, who introduced him to personal development and helped him…
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