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The Art of Succession Discussions

Written by Jane Halford, FCA, ICD.D There is a certain taboo that comes with leadership succession for family businesses. Passing the torch is a much more difficult conversation when your business and family are intrinsically linked. Often, the founder or current leading generation will intend to remain in control of the business for the foreseeableContinue reading “The Art of Succession Discussions”

Lead With Balance

Written by: Dorothy A. Martin-Neville, PhD Leadership often demands a lot—focus, energy, and dedication. But what if being a great leader wasn’t about giving more, but about living more? What if true leadership came from a place of balance, where health, joy, and freedom weren’t luxuries but essentials? What if you simply modeled what youContinue reading “Lead With Balance”

Three Cheers for Three Years: Happy Third Anniversary at Peran Design!

Published on January 8, 2025 Written by Christine Raniets, Peran Design January 2025 marks the third anniversary of my business, Peran Design. While I’ve been honing my craft for over 18 years, being an entrepreneur has been an incredible journey these past three years. Naturally, with this milestone, the number three has been on myContinue reading “Three Cheers for Three Years: Happy Third Anniversary at Peran Design!”

Now is the Time to BE JOY

Written by Machen MacDonald Let me share my journey and the BEJOY process that transformed my holiday experience from one of stress to genuine fulfillment. As a business owner, I remember not that long ago putting on a brave face during the holidays while internally feeling overwhelmed and sometimes even a bit depressed. The weightContinue reading “Now is the Time to BE JOY”

Your Networking Foxhole

Written By Michael Goldberg Who would be in your business networking foxhole? I love the metaphor of the foxhole as if you’re fighting in battle. In a life-and-death situation, who do you want in the trenches with you to fight the fight? The best warriors, military strategists, those that have your back and would put theirContinue reading “Your Networking Foxhole”

Designing Professional Development Training Programs with the Learner in Mind

Written by Susan Fitzell How to stop wasting your professional development budget on one-size-fits-all training that doesn’t work. As increasing numbers of businesses implement programs to attract and retain neurodivergent workers, the time has come to focus on how to support the professional development of those employees. Traditional training programs are often inadequate for neurodivergent individuals,Continue reading “Designing Professional Development Training Programs with the Learner in Mind”

9 Ways to More Hustle

Written by Michael Goldberg That is, if you’re into that sort of thing! Pete Rose was! Major League Baseball’s all-time hit king died on Monday at the age of 83. Nicknamed “Charlie Hustle” for his relentless drive when on the diamond, Rose was league MVP in 1973, a 17-time All-Star, three-time batting title winner, Rookie of theContinue reading “9 Ways to More Hustle”