It’s one of the hardest parts of the job. These five strategies will help you push through it. I’ll never forget the first time I had to fire someone. Leading up to the day, I could barely sleep. My heart was beating out of my chest, my palms were sweaty, Read more…
Don’t be fooled by smoke and mirrors. Hiring based on image comes at a cost. There are two reasons managers say no when an employee asks for a raise. One, the company can’t afford it. And two, the employee doesn’t deserve it. Whatever the reasoning may be, the outcome is Read more…
Saying no to a raise shouldn’t end the conversation. It should start a new one. There are two reasons managers say no when an employee asks for a raise. One, the company can’t afford it. And two, the employee doesn’t deserve it. Whatever the reasoning may be, the outcome is Read more…
Can you reignite an old flame? Absolutely. But it’s going to take some work. Stand-out employees have a few things in common: They are passionate about what they do and who they work for. And they genuinely want to see their employers do well, they respect their management team, and Read more…
You’re losing out on time, money, and exciting opportunities. Every leader knows that mistakes come with the territory. Having seen (and made) a few (hundred) in my day, I’ve learned that it really doesn’t matter who made the mistake. What really counts is how that person tries to fix them. Read more…
Writing a check is nice, but it doesn’t mean you’re making an impact. You started 2019 with big goals and great intentions to do more good. Then life happened. Projects piled up, investor demands took precedence, and your travel schedule left you 30,000 feet in the air every other week. Read more…
As a boss, you always have to lead by example. Whether you’re the CEO of a large corporation or in startup mode, the success of your company depends on your ability to lead. The older I get the more I realize that leadership skills is one of the only things Read more…
Check your ego at the door. Being a boss means admitting your faults. No one can prepare you for being an entrepreneur. Even Ivy League schools can’t teach the challenges, mistakes, and failures you’ll encounter as you step into this all-compassing role. From the startup phase to a full fledged corporation, it Read more…
What is the main goal of every entrepreneur and business owner? Growth. No one wants to have their company become stagnant. While scaling your company for the future is an essential part of the entrepreneurial journey, it can also be very risky. Growth and productivity are not always just about Read more…
Hiring for an executive level role is one of the most challenging positions to fill for any organization. This isn’t like hiring for your typical candidate. Whether it’s the CEO or CFO, this person will steer the company, drive the culture, and make decisions that directly impact the business. That’s Read more…