Pour Your Heart Into It–By Howard Schultz I am sure you’ve spent some time in a Starbucks. But what is the backstory? Pour Your Heart Into It, written by Howard Schultz in 1997, is as much of a historical retrospective as it is a book full of business advice. He is one of my favorite CEOs and this book provides a lot of great insights and inspirational thoughts to keep you going. Howard Schultz did not originally come up with the idea for Starbucks, but he played a crucial role in its development into a coffeehouse chain. Starbucks was founded

As we approach the end of the year, it’s the perfect time to review the technology and the software that help run your business. Technology is continually evolving, offering new solutions that promise to save time, enhance productivity, and streamline processes. Here is a quick review of several essential tools in accounting, communication, social media, and project management that can help your business grow. Accounting To successfully run your business, you must know your numbers, so you need dependable accounting software. The right software will automate tedious tasks and provide the reports you need so you can focus on strategic

Tips for Small Business Owners Like it or not, we are jumping into the holiday shopping season with a trifecta of sales opportunities—Black Friday, Small Business Saturday, and Cyber Monday. Each one offers tremendous opportunities to boost sales, increase brand exposure, and foster strong relationships with your customers. Here are some tips tailored specifically for small businesses to make the most out of this sales trifecta. Analyze and Reflect on Last Year To get started, look at what you did last year to see what worked and what didn’t. Which promotions had the most impact? What feedback did you receive

The Rookie CEO: You Can’t Make this Stuff Up by Bill Miller Check out this remarkably insightful book that explores the journeys of nine first-time CEOs. Bill Miller skillfully examines the triumphs and setbacks experienced by this group of rookie leaders. Packed with valuable lessons, this book can help you navigate and overcome potential obstacles as you steer your business toward success Think being a CEO is all glamour, public relations and monitoring stock prices?  Maybe for large corporations, but not for a small business CEO.   However, the focus for both types of CEOs is the same—work on the business and

Running a small business is no small feat. You have to stay on top of daily operations, manage finances, monitor your marketing and worry about finding and keeping good employees.  You have to wear many hats. The challenges you face can be daunting, and the path to success can be a lonely journey. But what if you could tap into the collective wisdom of other business owners, gain new perspectives, and break through barriers with the support of like-minded individuals? Enter the concept of a mastermind group. What is a Mastermind Group? A mastermind group is a where members meet