The pandemic didn’t just change the way people worked. It also transformed what people did for work. In 2020, the United States experienced a wave of entrepreneurial activity, with Americans filing paperwork to create 4.3 million businesses. That’s the biggest increase the country has seen in the last decade and a half, and that entrepreneurial spirit […]
Books, LeadershipThe pandemic forced every business to transition to a remote workforce. Initially, this switch created some fear. It’s a common belief that remote work will decrease productivity and give employees reasons to slack off. But virtual workforces didn’t usher in every company’s death. It just changed the ways businesses operated and functioned, and some […]
LeadershipWhen you start a company, there’s a specific workplace culture you want to create. Usually, you want something that leads to productivity, increased engagement, consistent results, and happy employees. But how do you know if you’re on track if you never examine where you’re at and if there’s a need for improvement? After all, […]
Coaching, LeadershipThroughout the pandemic, small business owners have contended with Covid-19 restrictions, but another issue is starting to take precedence: inflationary pressure. Across the U.S., small business owners are suffering under the weight of inflation, and the heaviness is unlikely to decrease anytime soon. According to Bankrate, 53% of experts believe inflation will be more significant […]
LeadershipAre you thinking about becoming an entrepreneur? If so, the journey to having a successful business isn’t easy. In 2019, around 90% of startups failed. Research also suggests that 21.5% of startups flop in the first year, 30% fail in the second year, 50% crumble in the fifth year, and 70% close up shop in the tenth year. […]
Books, LeadershipThe struggles you face as an entrepreneur and business owner can seem endless. You have to worry about sales, marketing, operations, and financing. But these are areas where you expect to experience issues, so the problems that arise don’t discourage you as much as the unexpected challenges that pop up on your entrepreneurial journey. […]
Leadership
