Real estate, development and business across Tampa Bay
As a business founder, CEO or C-suite executive,, you are always creating a legacy—here and now, and for the future. Your actions and words leave an impact on how you will be remembered every step of the way. Each day you have an opportunity to operate at your full potential, to show up fully in … Read more
Putting together a business plan, working on an idea, then seeing it all fail is certainly not easy to deal with, but it’s way more common than you may think. It is estimated that, in the United States, eight of 10 businesses end up failing, according to recent research from the Small Business Administration’s Office … Read more
The University of South Florida has abandoned the unpopular lime green bull logo unveiled in September 2018, replacing it with the iconic Bull symbol that the university’s athletic department has used for almost 15 years. Over the last few months, the university has been knocked in just about every media outlet and social channel possible, … Read more
Summer can be a challenging time for salespeople and businesses. Yes, it’s a welcome respite from the demands of the job and a chance to recharge with family and friends. But reduced productivity because of individuals going on vacation or taking time off can lead to slow sales and dips in revenue. Here are three … Read more
Perhaps if you were to think of grace, you would picture elegance at a dance or ball … something old-school that reminds you of the past. That is a form of grace, that elegance and presence that allows one to carry him or herself with dignity. No matter the circumstances. Grace is not given. Grace … Read more
According to research, more than 60 percent of business professionals will take a summer vacation. At any given moment this summer, a third of your prospects and customers may be away from work. That can make it difficult to keep sales numbers up—and yourself or your team motivated. Here are some tips for your sales … Read more
Transitioning from one career to another has the potential of opening portals to the innermost places within us that have been forgotten in the passage of time. Many spend a lifetime pursuing goals that take them further away from the authentic self they knew in the early part of their life. Changes such as a … Read more
The summer months can be a difficult time for your salespeople, as it may be more challenging for them to reach decision-makers. LinkedIn is a smart way to encourage them to be more productive during these months. Of course, every great business deal requires a conversation with a decision-maker. Using LinkedIn, they can make sure … Read more
The two most interesting times in an entrepreneur’s life is when she starts—and then when she sells—her business. That final transaction can be complicated, stressful but rewarding. For the purposes of this column, we’ll assume that you’ll no longer have day-to-day responsibilities in the company and your primary function is to manage your new-found wealth. One of the more common considerations after … Read more
The outlook for Tampa Bay architectural firms is strong for 2019 and beyond, which means the area’s overall economic future looks bright. These bullish projections are based on a recent American Institute of Architects Tampa Bay economic outlook survey of area architects, which can serve as a predictor of the region’s future for real estate … Read more
