by Jody Rookstool | Nov 16, 2021 | Business, Technology
A company changes direction, or pivots its business strategy, for various reasons. Success is linked directly to the customers and the competition, so a company may need to analyze the competition and customer experience to find what isn’t working. Everything...
by Jody Rookstool | Nov 16, 2021 | Business, Technology
It is never fun to fire an employee, and the decision can be very stressful. While conflicts with employees can happen, and everyone has bad days from time to time, sometimes companies are better off without problematic employees. There are some signs that it is time...
by Jody Rookstool | Oct 13, 2021 | Business, Technology
Time management is something that traditional schooling doesn’t teach but is a skill that’s absolutely crucial to succeed in business. On an average day, entrepreneurs are confronted with a myriad of menial tasks and pressing matters that require their...
by Jody Rookstool | Oct 13, 2021 | Business, Technology
Starting a business is a complex process that involves marketing and upfront expenses. For many individuals, starting a franchise seems like a straight-forward path to a successful business. Franchise opportunities have been available for decades and can be highly...
by Jody Rookstool | Sep 29, 2021 | Business, Technology
A fixed mindset leads to a toxic workplace culture for everyone beneath that leader, which is why a growth mindset is promoted by most progressive organizations. Rather than looking for somewhere to place the blame when things go wrong, a leader with a growth mindset...
by Jody Rookstool | Sep 29, 2021 | Business, Technology
There is a great deal of debate over whether leadership can be taught or whether it is just something you are born with. In many ways, however, it is something of a moot point. Michael Jordan may have been born with certain skills and abilities that had the potential...