Why Business Teams Fail & How to Avoid It : Strong Leadership Skills For Employee Engagement & High Performance

What Causes the Most Friction on Your Team?

This week I want to share a big lesson that I heard recently from a well-respected, winning coach.  I’m not sure about you, but when someone gives me advice, the first thing I do is ask myself – Is this someone who I should be taking advice from?

When is the Right Time to Start Rewarding Your Team for Performance?

I’ve found that far too many business owners struggle to find the “right time” to set up a “pay for performance” type of compensation system for their business.

Are You Maximizing Your Opportunities to Generate Leads?

Most business owners I meet WISH they had more leads for their business.  It’s one of the most frustrating struggles that many business owners deal with – not having enough leads to grow their business as fast as they had hoped.

But a quick peek behind the curtain often reveals that most businesses are not fully utilizing their maximum lead-generating capacity?

Do Your Habits Include those Followed by High Achievers? 

We all have habits.  It’s not something that you either have or don’t have.  The more important question is WHAT are the habits that have become the control mechanism for your actions, decisions and behaviors?

Got a pen and paper handy?  You may want to write these down and give yourself a thumbs up or thumbs down on each to see what work you have ahead of you.

What BELIEFS are Influencing your Actions, Behaviors and Results?

This podcast episode explores the impact of beliefs on actions, behaviors, and results in the context of achieving business success. It introduces seven key beliefs held by successful individuals, emphasizing the importance of mindset.

The host encourages listeners to reflect on these beliefs and consider their own perspectives for a successful new year. For the full details and insights, tune in to the podcast.

What single word will define your focus for this next year? 

If you were to boil down your primary objective, your most important goal, and your singular focus for this new year ahead, what single word would best describe it for you?

What’s TRULY MOST Important in your Life?

My bet is it’s NOT your business.  Nor is it your QuickBooks balance.  Nor is it your office lease payment or your overhead burn rate.  I’d bet that aside from your faith, what’s TRULY most important is probably a person or a group of people.  Shouldn’t we prioritize what matters most over what seems most urgent at the moment?

What’s on your short list of changes to be made in the new year ahead?

Today I want to focus your attention on preparing for the upcoming new year.  As we approach the end of this year, it’s time for you to share your plan for next year with your team and get them bought into your growth targets.

How well are you performing the 5 Critical Roles that a Business Owner should NEVER Delegate?

Far too often, business owners who are actively involved in the day-to-day operations of the business confuse their operational responsibilities with their ownership responsibilities.

Today I want to make sure you are thinking correctly about your own job description as the business owner.

Who Takes the Lead on Making Sure Your Team Lives Up to Your Performance Standards?

To be honest, it’s hard to both inspire and discipline.  It’s hard to look at the big picture when you’re constantly being pulled into the daily details.  It’s hard to be enthusiastic when you’re spending all your time filling the gaps in your execution or delivery.

But, this week I’m going to try to make your life as a business owner just a little bit better.  I hope that’s ok with you!