I started playing the guitar when I was about 12. It was easy to fall in love with it and played nearly every day. In those days, Ted Nugent, Black Sabbath, Deep Purple, and the Beatles were among the day's rock musicians. One of my favorites was the Beatles. Even then, I loved playing the songs and … [Read more...] about Leadership is Like Playing the Guitar
Knowledge & Awareness
Be Patient When Hiring and Firing
If you're responsible for direct reports, then you've heard the hire slow and fire fast statement. Yea, you may have even heard that from me over the years. Before you actually pull the trigger, I'd like to ask you to consider a few things. If you are hiring a CEO, then please read one of my … [Read more...] about Be Patient When Hiring and Firing
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?
Floyd Jerkins – Found Naked
When any business sells, rumors spread like a California wildfire. Rumors typically have no basis of fact, yet for many, it's a feeding ground of who's done what. After twenty-five years in my last business, we sold the company and moved to the beach for the record. The rumors we heard about the … [Read more...] about Floyd Jerkins – Found Naked