Coming from a background of scarcity can have long-term effects on our thought processes, reactions, and emotions which, in turn, can act as additional anxiety to entrepreneurs. Building a company from scratch is difficult enough, but when you pair it with those extra burdens (and add perfectionism into the mix) it can be downright exhausting. […]
Let’s talk about silos. Every organization has them, and we can all do a better job of breaking out of them. As leaders, we have a responsibility to cultivate participation and teamwork between different silos. By coaxing our colleagues to reach out and share with each other, we can create a more productive, collaborative, and […]
Have you ever started your day with this thought: “Lots to do today. I’m going to knock these things out and blow through my long to-do list! I feel organized and ready to take on my tasks. I got this!” How long does that enthusiasm last in your normal work day? When you look at […]
As a small business owner, your identity and role as the leader of your business are mingled. This can cause some confusion and have a damaging effect on decision making, delegation, and even the overall sustainability of your organization (and yourself). Maintaining a clear separation of the two can go a long way as you […]
Last week we talked about business growth and how to approach it in a manner that makes the most sense for you. This week, let’s focus on the importance of delegation in your growth plan. As your business expands, creating a sustainable, healthy organizational culture depends on your ability to delegate, and that can be […]
I’ve worked with so many small business owners who’ve been advised to do whatever it takes to grow their business. That outdated motto of “Grow or Die!” echoes in my mind each time one of my clients recounts this potentially damaging advice. Have you ever received that advice? It can be a lot. The stress […]
Today, let’s talk about decision fatigue. Recently, I read an article in the Harvard Business Review that caught my attention, The Power of Anomaly by Martin Reeves, Bob Goodson, and Kevin Whitaker. It reminded me that everyone tends to fall into decision making patterns. However, being an entrepreneur, that tendency can be a bit more […]
As we grow as leaders, we need to take some time to think about trust. Trust is more than a static character trait. It’s a practice. Our co-workers and employees are always paying attention, and our behavior communicates more than any words we may speak or send in an email. Take a look around at […]
In the world of business, we heap heavy praise on the small business owners who seem to succeed solely by their own grit and perseverance. Grit conjures up an image of someone who works harder, goes farther, and succeeds where others haven’t. But do we really understand the kinds of struggles these entrepreneurs face in […]
As business owners and leaders, we are constantly making decisions. Some of those decisions are the foundation of future plans. The start of an idea or venture that will eventually grow into something new. Many of our decisions, however, are knee-jerk reactions to questions or challenges that crop up every single day. Needless to say, […]