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Hire Accountability, Not Excuses

Written by Machen MacDonald If you’re a leader who’s constantly chasing your people down, reminding them to hit deadlines, or re-explaining expectations you thought were crystal clear, this article is your wake-up call. Marcus Aurelius said, “Waste no more time arguing what a good man should be. Be one.” Having worked with hundreds of leaders,Continue reading “Hire Accountability, Not Excuses”

NETWORKING TURN ONS AND TURN OFFS!

Written by Michael Goldberg Networking: Turn Ons and Turn Offs to Keep in Mind I’m brand new to the Sarasota, Florida area and excited to meet new people and connect with friends that are here. In this pic, I did both! Chambers, business groups, beach parties, the gym, and organized tours in my new homeContinue reading “NETWORKING TURN ONS AND TURN OFFS!”

ALWAYS BE NETWORKING!

“The leads are weak. No, you’re weak!” In the cult classic film Glengarry Glen Ross, Alec Baldwin’s character delivers a fiery monologue to a group of struggling salesmen and utters the iconic phrase: “Always Be Closing.” The message? If you’re not closing deals, you’re not doing your job. In most business environments, relationships matter more thanContinue reading “ALWAYS BE NETWORKING!”

Do you sneak in emails on vacation? I do

Written by Jane Halford Am I the only one? You know the type…July arrives and now as busy business owners, board members, and executives, we’re supposed to become a different version of ourselves. This version runs on “island time” and is so laid-back people wonder if you care. The challenge for driven people is thatContinue reading “Do you sneak in emails on vacation? I do”

Networking Tips for Shakers and Movers

Written by:  Michael Goldberg of Knock Out Networking I just moved from New Jersey to Florida. Not all that unusual I know! It’s fun to be the new guy in town. New kid on the block. Jenny from the block. I digress. Relocating is one of the best times to intentionally grow your network. ChangesContinue reading “Networking Tips for Shakers and Movers”

Business Travel: The Glamour, The Glory…The Ridiculousness

Written by Jane Halford You step onto the jetway, passport in one hand, carry-on in the other, dressed in wrinkle-resistant neutrals. The business traveler. A modern gladiator armed with noise-cancelling headphones and mild resentment. Some people think business travel is glamorous. Those people have never eaten a room temperature cobb salad at the gate of theContinue reading “Business Travel: The Glamour, The Glory…The Ridiculousness”

Why Technology Still Frustrates Many SMBs in 2025

Written by:  Dan Ricks Small and mid-sized businesses (SMBs) are under pressure to adopt technology to remain competitive, yet many still struggle with practical issues that drain resources, morale, and growth potential. The biggest issue is complexity. SMBs want to automate, but managing fragmented tools for CRM, accounting, marketing, and operations often creates inefficiency insteadContinue reading “Why Technology Still Frustrates Many SMBs in 2025”

Get Unstuck: How Great CEOs Use D.R.I.V.E. to Make Better, Faster Decisions

By Machen MacDonald Indecision doesn’t always look like fear. Sometimes, it looks like long meetings. Delayed launches. Spinning options. Sleeping poorly because something still feels… off. If you’re a CEO or business owner, you’ve likely faced it: the high-stakes decision that won’t make itself. And with every day that passes, you feel the quiet dragContinue reading “Get Unstuck: How Great CEOs Use D.R.I.V.E. to Make Better, Faster Decisions”

RULES OF NETWORKING!

Written by Michael Goldberg Boxing has rules. Networking has rules. Here are a few of my favorites! FOR NETWORKING TO TAKE YOU HAVE TO GIVE If you’re in a business networking group and you feel you don’t get value, look in the mirror and determine how much you participate, give, contribute, offer, volunteer, learn, help.Continue reading “RULES OF NETWORKING!”