Big Business

I’d like to change the words of Peter Seeger's folk ballad from “Where have all the flowers gone?” to “Where have all the service professionals gone?” (If you’d like a musical backing track to accompany this article, here’s a link to Peter, Paul, and Mary’s version of the song.) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZgXNVA9ngx8 It seems I’m not...

I’ve been involved with many chartered yacht experiences over the years. It is an excellent and unforgettable experience that requires a lot of careful research to get right. Too many people don't spend the time looking into this process and may struggle to have a good time. Thankfully, I have...

Historically, in times of economic strife, a large portion of society becomes so displeased with the current economic system that they begin to support another. In the U.S., they typically turn towards socialism. As we make our way through what is now called the year of the recession, it’s likely...

As an entrepreneur himself, JC White, CEO of T3 Body, knows that disruptors, founders, and creators approach fitness in the same innovative way they approach business.  That’s why White, a fitness industry guru and influencer, founded a company to help them reach their physical goals.  “Entrepreneurs are unique in the...

In mountaineering we approach team building in similar ways we approach it in business. I'd like to discuss three main rules for team building: have the most skilled team members, get the biggest egos on your team, and choose a leader right away. We want the strongest and the most...

One of the biggest challenges for companies in transitioning to remote work is how to handle layoffs. Having helped 21 companies transition to hybrid and remote work, I can attest that planning for the whole workers' lifecycle, from onboarding to offboarding, is critical as part of effective remote and hybrid...

A new year always brings with it a chance for growth, but it seems as though 2023 promises to be a unique year plagued with unknowns. Will there be a strong national (or global) recession? Will inflation continue? Will companies pull back their operations in anticipation of a pending “doom”...

Sustainability is a common phrase these days. In reality, it goes beyond the basic concept of “going green” and instead is about ensuring longevity. As far back as 1972, at the United Nations’ Conference on the Environment, experts discussed sustainability with a focus on preserving ecological systems to help alleviate...

To anyone looking for a passive income stream or to break into the housing business, Airbnb has consistently been the most appealing option. Many people have tried their hand at it, assuming that it would be as simple as buying a house in a well-traveled area, placing it on the...

No one can out-slay you in your lane when you live in your purpose. When you are in your groove and lane, you might lose people you thought were your friends. You might find that your circle becomes smaller. You might even hear comments like, “Now that you got that...