When it comes to making decisions, balancing speed and strategy is crucial. The way we make informed choices directly reflects our risk tolerance and self-confidence.

Sometimes, the priority isn't just staying ahead of the curve; it's about ensuring the company's survival. Understanding your current position in the business journey is key to setting goals and focusing on the right priorities that can drive meaningful change. A hint: it is about slowing down, actually pausing, to speed up. 

In this episode of the BOLD Business Podcast UNCHARTED, Jess Dewell sits down with Amanda Cromar, the Camanda in Chief at COMtuity. They discuss Amanda's journey of taking time to reflect and how to inspire others to embrace change in a disrupted market. 

Listen in to discover the importance of looking at long-term horizons for strategic growth, the advantages of making thoughtful decisions, and the signals that indicate when a quick choice might be appropriate.

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If you want to identify business bottlenecks, the necessary skills, the initial actions to take, the expected milestones, and the priorities for achieving growth, try the “Growth Framework Reset” approach. This will help you to keep learning and growing while working strategically on your business.

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You can get in touch with Jess Dewell on Twitter,  LinkedIn or Red Direction website.

Feeling stuck in the small game? The world can embrace BOLD changes without requiring drastic overhauls (which happen often enough).

When it comes to our strategic growth, we focus on profits, clients, and building support networks. No matter what challenges you’re currently facing—because every business hits roadblocks at different stages—there are adequate processes you can adopt that will help you navigate the opportunities and manage the risks ahead in the next 12 to 18 months.

Join us in this BOLD Business Program, where you’ll discover the five essential steps to ensure any business thrives, gain insights on leveraging financial information, and learn the skills you can implement right now that will transform your approach.

Jess Dewell engages with Michael Barbarita, President of NEXT STEP CFO, to discuss how to develop crucial mindsets and strategies that can benefit you immediately. Learn why it’s BOLD to invest in making smarter business choices.

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If you want to identify business bottlenecks, the necessary skills, the initial actions to take, the expected milestones, and the priorities for achieving growth, try the "Growth Framework Reset" approach. This will help you to keep learning and growing while working strategically on your business.

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You can get in touch with Jess Dewell on Twitter,  LinkedIn or Red Direction website.

Dynamic goal setting and decision-making support the necessary action needed for achievement. Uncertainty is normal, and at times heightened by what is going on within your world — in addition to what may be happening nationally and globally. Shaping your risk comfort zone will help you navigate during times of high pressure and low mental/emotional capacity.

Risk tolerance is a skill that you can build. It will come from experience (from action), learning (from other’s mistakes), and letting go (scenario planning and delegation). Your risk comfort zone isn’t something to set and forget — it is something that evolves with you, your team, your company, and your trusted advisors. The collective will provide information to help you be decisive in decision-making and align business goals with how your business fits into life goals.

Dive into the secrets of maintaining confidence in times of uncertainty. Discover practical strategies to turn your “what ifs” into “what nexts” and drive your company forward, even when the path seems unclear. Join Christy Maxfield, President and CEO at Purpose First Advisors, Dean Barta, Founder and CEO at Barta Business Group, and me (Jess Dewell, Managing Partner and Growth Strategist at Red Direction) live for a discussion about what makes it BOLD to identify your “risk comfort zone” and expand it strategically.

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If you want to identify business bottlenecks, the necessary skills, the initial actions to take, the expected milestones, and the priorities for achieving growth, try the “Growth Framework Reset” approach. This will help you to keep learning and growing while working strategically on your business.

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You can get in touch with Jess Dewell on Twitter,  LinkedIn or Red Direction website.

How can you develop a mindset that prioritizes influence and adaptability instead of rigid control? Establishing a clear mission helps focus your attention, aligning your goals with your aspirations.

You can positively channel fear to foster your growth by pushing past limitations that arise from embracing challenges. Understanding who you are can significantly aid you in navigating the unpredictable, whether it’s expected events or unforeseen circumstances, keeping your momentum toward your goals. Remember to continually reassess and make adjustments as necessary.

In this program, you’ll learn how claiming your true north fosters adaptability, how to maintain a realistic view of your goals, and how to identify what might be masquerading as progress but is actually holding you back.

Jess Dewell hosts Carrie Haines, a Mortgage Broker at Movement Mortgage, Jevoy Palmer, the CEO of Palmer House Productions, and Debra Eckerling, Goal Strategist and Author at The DEB Method. They will share experiences on how they embraced their identities, navigated life’s twists and turns, and why it’s important to be BOLD in adapting while maintaining focus on what you can control.

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If you want to identify business bottlenecks, the necessary skills, the initial actions to take, the expected milestones, and the priorities for achieving growth, try the “Growth Framework Reset” approach. This will help you to keep learning and growing while working strategically on your business.

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You can get in touch with Jess Dewell on Twitter,  LinkedIn or Red Direction website.

Human behavior is a fascinating journey—always evolving and incredibly dynamic. It takes real bravery to connect with others and to truly share our stories, including the lessons we've learned from our experiences.

Every aspect of your life has you in it. You are on a universal journey of continuous self-improvement. Perspective is the result. But to truly see things clearly, we need to dig a little deeper. It means embracing both the highs and lows, choosing valuable lessons to learn from, and actively deciding how to show up as our best selves, no matter our past. This is where true fulfillment resides.

In this program, you'll discover a powerful approach to openness, learn when it's time to rewrite the rules and understand how to nurture yourself during profound personal development.

Join Jess Dewell as she chats with Steve Utech, CEO and Founder of illumyx, about the art of intentional and effective communication. They explore how embracing authenticity and openness can make you a stronger leader.

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Are you looking to achieve your long-term growth goals with ease? If so, consider the Business Base Camp Consultation. This unique program is designed to help business owners like you make informed decisions and take the next best step for your business. With a personalized workflow, you will be able to work more strategically on your business and achieve the results you desire.

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You can get in touch with Jess Dewell on Twitter,  LinkedIn or Red Direction website.

In a world where knowledge is at our fingertips, achieving our goals hinges on how we leverage that information. It’s not just about what we know but how we apply it to propel ourselves forward.

Take the time to reflect on your recent and past experiences, and use those insights to fine-tune your actions in pursuit of your aspirations. Clearly articulating your goals is a vital stepping stone on the road to success.

In this program, you’ll hear about the art of extracting valuable insights to fuel our experiments and drive us toward our objectives. You’ll learn to reframe challenges that arise, helping you stay grounded in the present while gaining a dual perspective — both from within your business and from an external viewpoint.

Join Jess Dewell as she sits down with Tom Schwab, Founder and Chief Evangelist Officer at Interview Valet. Together, they explore how to make the most of each day, focusing on the work you're most passionate about and the impact you want to create.

Tom emphasizes the power of being intentional and leading with gratitude, as these approaches can open doors to your next big breakthrough — often just one conversation away. Remember, when your heart is deeply invested in something, pursue it relentlessly. As a wise friend once told Tom: “Don't die not knowing.” Embrace your journey and strive to uncover your potential!

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If you want to identify business bottlenecks, the necessary skills, the initial actions to take, the expected milestones, and the priorities for achieving growth, try the "Growth Framework Reset" approach. This will help you to keep learning and growing while working strategically on your business.

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You can get in touch with Jess Dewell on Twitter,  LinkedIn or Red Direction website.

Consistent effort to do the right work pays off. Clear metrics, a commitment to how tasks are accomplished, and ensuring that every team member’s efforts align with the primary objective are key components of strategic growth decisions.

By narrowing the focus, your team can tap into more opportunities for innovation and creativity. Limitations provide pathways to collaborate and work toward a shared goal. Limiting both goals and what is tracked ensures decision-making on what projects and ideas to explore, as well as measuring their efficacy.

In this episode of the BOLD Business Podcast, you’ll discover the importance of measuring outcomes and making difficult choices about what to let go. Learn how to select performance indicators that reflect the entire company and prioritize the right work. 

Join Jess Dewell in conversation with Troy Munson, CEO of Dimmo, to hear all about how strategic prioritization can drive revenue growth.

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Are you looking to achieve your long-term growth goals with ease? If so, consider the Business Base Camp Consultation. This unique program is designed to help business owners like you make informed decisions and take the next best step for your business. With a personalized workflow, you will be able to work more strategically on your business and achieve the results you desire.

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You can get in touch with Jess Dewell on Twitter,  LinkedIn or Red Direction website.

Do you follow these three tips for achieving success?

Relentless learning — both from mistakes and acquiring new skills - separates the good from the great.

The more effort you put into yourself, the stronger your ability to navigate unexpected situations well. We don’t live and work alone, and each connection we have is a choice.

Collaborating and being willing to be vulnerable is a necessary part of the human-to-human connection, regardless if you are talking to one person or thousands of people.

Listen to this episode of the BOLD Business Podcast if you want to learn how to use:

• Fear to fuel success

• Competition for mutual benefit

• Your ability to identify and remove beliefs that hold you back

Jess Dewell engages in an open discussion with Dr. Yaniv Zaid, CEO and speaker at Dr. Persuasion, about various strategies for continuous self-improvement, product innovation, and business growth.  

They share real-world examples of achieving success by cultivating mental strength, addressing the problem before presenting the solution, and creating a supportive community of peers. This approach helps combat loneliness and enables individuals to achieve their greatest goals.

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If you want to identify business bottlenecks, the necessary skills, the initial actions to take, the expected milestones, and the priorities for achieving growth, try the “Growth Framework Reset“ approach. This will help you keep learning and growing while working strategically on your business.

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You can get in touch with Jess Dewell on Twitter,  LinkedIn or Red Direction website.

To remain competitive in rapidly changing markets, leveraging emerging technology is just part of the solution. Equally important is the human element that holds the vision for your company's future, ensuring it remains relevant over time and can anticipate shifting customer expectations.

It's essential to challenge your initial response to emerging technologies as they relate to maintaining a competitive edge in today's marketplace. The clearer you are about what your company does and how it will adapt to keep offering appealing solutions, the better you will understand potential exit strategies. This knowledge can spark curiosity about process improvement and optimization.

In this program, you will learn the importance of identifying what makes your company unique, while also recognizing that your competitors might also present options for revenue growth and exit strategies. Examining how you operate within your business is an excellent starting point for understanding how emerging technologies can fit in.  

Join Jess Dewell, Managing Partner at Red Direction, as she hosts an inspiring conversation with Christy Maxfield, President and CEO of Purpose First Advisors, and Dean Barta, Founder and CEO of Barta Business Group to learn how to leverage emerging technologies and stay competitive in today’s fast-paced business world.

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If you want to identify business bottlenecks, the necessary skills, the initial actions to take, the expected milestones, and the priorities for achieving growth, try the "Growth Framework Reset" approach. This will help you keep learning and growing while working strategically on your business.

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You can get in touch with Jess Dewell on Twitter,  LinkedIn or Red Direction website.

Connecting goals with results is what makes a successful company a high-achieving organization. 

Your framework for tracking progress is how you direct energy for tangible results. To harness your team's potential, knowing their capabilities, experience, and limitations drives group dynamics and reveals what it takes to optimize working together at an elite level. Everyone is open to stepping out of their comfort zones and challenging assumptions.

In this program, you will learn how to connect your goals to measurable results. You will discover three ways to leverage internal disruption and how to unlock the true potential of your team's achievements. 

Jess Dewell interviews Steven Gaffney, CEO of the Steven Gaffney Company, about the importance of fully committing to maximizing your team's potential. They also discuss the significance of becoming a high-achieving organization, especially since leaders are evaluated based on their results.

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If you want to identify business bottlenecks, the necessary skills, the initial actions to take, the expected milestones, and the priorities for achieving growth, try the “Growth Framework Reset“ approach. This will help you keep learning and growing while working strategically on your business.

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You can get in touch with Jess Dewell on Twitter,  LinkedIn or Red Direction website.