Books

Your Money and Emotions – Breaking the Money Shame Cycle with Profit First

Not everyone talks about it, but everyone feels it: managing money is a source of anxiety.  It's easy to feel like your self-worth is tied to your business's bottom line....

The Profit-First Transformation: A Personal Journey

Once upon a time, I was a small business angel investor… and lost everything. When I met Debbie Horovitch at a speaking engagement, her struggles resonated with me. After going...

“Profit” Isn’t a Dirty Word – Why You Should Master Profit Distribution vs. Owner’s Compensation

 Since writing Profit First, I’ve heard quite a few comments (and eye rolls) over the word, “profit”, itself. This always makes me curious. What’s so bad about making a...

Get Happy – Play More, Work Less

Those two specks on the right side of the photo? My wife and me in Hawaii. (Notice, I am not working.) My question to you: When's the last time you...

Congratulations to Hal Elrod – Author of Miracle Morning

My pal, Hal Elrod, has written a wonderfully life-affirming book, Miracle Morning, The Not-So-Obvious Secret to Change Your Life. If you watch anything today, please watch this interview with Hal...

Your Social Media Mindset – How to Implement and Organize the Power of Social Media in Your Small Business

It’s no secret that social media is a double-edged sword. On one hand, it can be an effective tool for engagement and raising brand awareness. On the other, it can...

My Take on Your Goals – And a Mindset Shift to Help You Crush Them

 You know how much I love setting goals and seeing them come to fruition. I want that for you in your small business and personal life too! The mistake...

Your Must-Read Business Books

What are you reading these days? Summer is upon us, and this is typically when I get the most inquiries regarding the best books to read to support your business....

The Future You

   Here’s a quick question to contemplate: How are you serving your future self?   As much as I like to stay present, I also realize that the decisions I...

Small Business Shout Outs

Comment here to pay it forward and shout out your favorite small business! We're focusing on reciprocity and giving in December (and always, we hope). I thought it'd be a...

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