Like Sept 11, 2001, the COVID-19 pandemic will be a pivotal event, changing the way we do things broadly and deeply. It’s too early to know how yet. And that’s what makes it difficult to plan. But plan we must. Every small business needs a “Post COVID-19 Contingency... Read »
Small business leaders have been managing in crisis for about 6 weeks. As signs point to the beginnings of an economic restart, it’s time to think about managing beyond Covid. Managing beyond Covid doesn’t mean we’re not managing in a crisis mode anymore. We’re... Read »
If you’re asking yourself whether you’re managing your small business through coronavirus well or not, then you’re probably doing pretty well. As small businesses, we know you can’t afford to shut down. Nor can you let everyone work from home. We know you want to do... Read »
We recently read an article that said a small business strategic plan is a a waste of time. We say “how can you possibly know where your small business needs to go if you don’t have a strategic direction?” There is amazing confidence that comes from the sure knowledge... Read »
I talked to a business owner recently who had kept a woman as his office manager for 2 years when all along he knew she wasn’t good for his business. He hated the idea of firing someone. Finally he had the conversation with her to tell her that he was letting... Read »
