In many companies, the executive assistant role often is part “mother hen.” Most are people-oriented and have high emotional intelligence, so it’s a natural fit. In addition to managing the CEO’s schedule, getting to know as many team members as possible and keeping a pulse on the company culture the EA offers tremendous value to the … Read more
Selling for a living in the 21st century requires dealing with hard-to-anticipate changes in the areas of technology, marketplace trends and client and customer agendas. Falling behind in any one of these areas means losing relevance and, with it, your competitive edge. Here are three simple things you can do to make sure you stay … Read more
“God gave you a gift of 86,400 seconds today. Have you used one to say ‘thank you?’” — William Arthur Ward With presents, invitations, referrals, hostess gifts and more having been shared throughout the year, resist letting the fullness of your schedule override the fullness of gratitude you have … and how it can be … Read more
While many organizations used to consider some roles as remote-optional, and other companies have completely remote teams, this current environment has more businesses embracing, accepting or event resorting to remote work as part of our current “normal.” You may be wondering what the DOs and DON’Ts of remote work from an employee and management perspective … Read more
Jeff Bezos. Mary Barra. Bill Gates. Sheryl Sandberg. These world-renowned business thought leaders are facing the same scenario we are – complete uncertainty. We’re all waking up every day wondering what impact COVID-19 will have on our world, businesses, teams and families. There’s not a single case study for any of us to turn to. … Read more
During this time when most of us are practicing social distancing and starting to feel isolated or irritable or just scared, I have received a lot of calls, emails, and memes about how all of this time at home will cause the divorce rate to rise because people are stuck at home together, forced to … Read more
We know you are being inundated with information regarding COVID-19. This is an unprecedented, global epidemic and no one has the ability to absolutely forecast its long-term residual effects. While we continue to grapple with the epidemic, there are some legal actions you should consider taking in order to help mitigate potential problems in your … Read more
Government contracting can be a lucrative business if you have the time, patience, knowledge and resources to do it the right way. There are no shortcuts, but with focus, and an understanding of the unique market risks, business owners can be successful in the government space. The Federal Government purchases many items that commercial businesses … Read more
While people may be stressed, concerned and even distraught over what will happen to themselves, their role, their friends and family, this is a time when feeling safe, secure and in-the-know are all tremendously important. How can this happen when things are changing rapidly? Consider this: LET Trust Build. Meaning, use the following: logic, empathy … Read more
At my core, I am an entrepreneur. Simply put, I am a person who has always tried to figure out life in a fearless way. When I think back to the years I spent creating and growing my business, I recognize that there were defining moments that made my organization and career what it is … Read more
