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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!”

Unlocking the Door to Better Decisions: Navigating One-Way vs. Two-Way Choices

Written by Juli Shulem Is the decision on the table a ‘one-way door’ or a ‘two-way door?’ In other words: Is it irreversible or not? In the world of decision-making, we often encounter what is referred to as “one-way doors” and “two-way doors.” Understanding the difference can significantly impact how we approach our choices. AContinue reading “Unlocking the Door to Better Decisions: Navigating One-Way vs. Two-Way Choices”

Every Person Has a Style – Are You Reading Yours Right?

Written by Dr. Dorothy Martin-Neville Yesterday, I attended a basketball game watching our Women’s National Champions in the over-60 league. Five of the women had been pro players and were now in this league with a new type of national awards – both here and abroad. In watching these women appear so relaxed while throwingContinue reading “Every Person Has a Style – Are You Reading Yours Right?”

Finding Balance: Are You Overworking at the Expense of Your Well-Being?

Written by Juli Shulem of Coach Juli, LLC Are you truly aware of how many hours you spend working each week? Recent insights from the book “WORK BACKWARDS” by Tim Duggan suggest that the optimal workweek should be around 30-35 hours, translating to about 28 hours of focused work. This approach is linked to improvedContinue reading “Finding Balance: Are You Overworking at the Expense of Your Well-Being?”

Shifting from Uncertainty to HOPEFUL

Written By Machen MacDonald There’s nothing as certain as uncertainty. No one escapes it. Whether you’re in a slump, facing a business downturn, or simply feeling stuck in life, uncertainty can shake your confidence and cloud your thinking. Fear, doubt, and anxiety creep in, and suddenly, even small tasks feel insurmountable. But here’s the truth:Continue reading “Shifting from Uncertainty to HOPEFUL”

From Expert to Thought Leader

Building a Platform That Expands Your Influence Written by Dr. Dorothy Martin-Neville There comes a point in every high-performing leader’s journey (no matter where you are on the ladder of leadership) where mastery is no longer the goal—it’s the baseline. You’re already known for what you do and who you are. You’ve built credibility, ledContinue reading “From Expert to Thought Leader”

Breaking Through the Fear of Being Seen

Why Visibility Still Matters—Especially at the Top Written by Dr. Dorothy Martin-Neville The irony of leadership is that you need to be seen. You need to be recognized and seen in a certain light, especially if you are going to have the impact and influence I spoke about last week. Nonetheless, being successful doesn’t exemptContinue reading “Breaking Through the Fear of Being Seen”