The most important component of a winning organization in any team-oriented activity, whether it be business or sport is… Hiring and developing great people. This should be the number one priority of every business. Woody Hayes (legendary Ohio State football coach) once said, “You win with people.” Jack Welch, former CEO of GE and perhaps …
Last week I spoke with a machine shop owner. He mentioned that many of the consultants he had come across in the past were more interested in transitioning ownership than improving the actual underlying operation. This isn’t uncommon. The consultants come in when the money changes hands Here are the two most likely possibilities: Most …
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I have had several small business owners tell me that they want to grow their business and are not sure how to go about the process. My first question to them is, “Are you ready for growth?” “What do you mean?” they ask. Here’s my answer. Are you ready for growth? Let’s say a business …
