Every year, the holiday season rolls around, and with it often comes the daunting task of annual strategic planning. Traditionally conducted in December, this practice, upon closer examination, may be less than ideal. Let’s dive into why a rethink may be in order (aka. Why I hate this practice and your team probably does, too.)Continue reading “Rethinking the December Rush: Why December Strategic Planning Is Probably Ineffective & Lacks Compassion”
Category Archives: Entrepreneur
Do You Know Your 100 Miles? (Not Running Related)
In light of the recent CEO announcement for Contegix, I decided it was to resurrect this draft blog post. The post is surprisingly not about Leadville, ultramarathons, or even running despite the question. It is about knowing oneself and what one wants for a life well prioritized and planned. Of all the questions around theContinue reading “Do You Know Your 100 Miles? (Not Running Related)”
(Instant) Email Replies Are Destroying Relationships
A few weeks ago, I blogged about why I think people should spend less time on email. I discussed some reasons why one could be spending too much time on email. I confessed my challenges with this at one point in my history. For me, it was about accomplishing something to demonstrate value and self-worthContinue reading “(Instant) Email Replies Are Destroying Relationships”
Want to Help Others? Default to Experience Sharing & Cross That Line
A few days ago, I was on a panel for early-stage entrepreneurs. This was for the EO Accelerator program. Each of these entrepreneurs has a business with revenue between $250k and $1MM. Each is wanting to grow their business which inevitably means personal growth. I love serving EO Accelerator. It is a program near andContinue reading “Want to Help Others? Default to Experience Sharing & Cross That Line”
A Lesson on Leadership from a Chick-Fil-A Manager
One thing I love about suburbia is Chick-Fil-A. Thankfully, one recently opened up near our house which has led to a trip 1-2 times per week. We are not the only ones hitting the new addition to the neighborhood. It is slaughtering my predominantly vegetarian diet. This place is always busy… except Sunday (of course).Continue reading “A Lesson on Leadership from a Chick-Fil-A Manager”
Time To Get Back To Blogging
After humping it for quite a few years with family and Contegix, it is now time to get back to blogging. It has been too long. I already have a few posts in draft format that will be ready to go over the next few days and weeks. There will be a few changes. First,Continue reading “Time To Get Back To Blogging”
Saint Louis Entrepreneurs, Where Are You?
The past few weeks, I have searching for Saint Louis enterpreneurs to attend a happy hour this Thursday. The event is being hosted by EO Accelerator to introduce the program. Accelerator is a great program sponsored by EO and Mercedes-Benz Financial. It is geared for businesses with revenue between $250k and $1m where the entrepreneurContinue reading “Saint Louis Entrepreneurs, Where Are You?”