Everyone knows that it takes work to maintain a healthy relationship. Not every conversation or interaction leaves each person feeling like they are special. Sometimes, stuff happens, and things go haywire. Leaders who know their people outperform those that don't. Whether we're talking about a … [Read more...] about Leadership Rule- Know Your People
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Honesty, Integrity, Ethics – Do They Mean Anything?
Honesty – Integrity – Ethics These are not just words. They are all behaviors intertwined in human beings. Being original and having one's own thoughts is a quality to admire. Personal innovation is everywhere today, and it's remarkable to me just how one person's vision changes our world. We … [Read more...] about Honesty, Integrity, Ethics – Do They Mean Anything?
Market Consolidation: Does AG Follow Auto?
Every small town had a bank that was locally owned. There used to be single-location hardware and grocery stores. History and trends have a way of predicting the future. Consolidation in any market reshapes the playing field, so for every business owner or investor, predicting where the trends lead … [Read more...] about Market Consolidation: Does AG Follow Auto?
Business Survival in a Post COVID World
You could say that I have a passion for small businesses. I enjoy buying from them and seeing them succeed. It is tough enough to run the business, manage employees, service customers, and everything else that has to be done and have a life. Then there are the looming questions about how small … [Read more...] about Business Survival in a Post COVID World