“Lead by Taking Action.” That is one of the core values of our companies. It builds credibility and reinforces the perceptions of our employees, vendors, and clients that we are strong, determined decision-makers.

Has innovation died and is foreclosure knocking on your door? What risks have you taken in an effort to change the world? If you stop challenging yourself to achieve more and to pursue greater opportunities, you are missing the point of being a leader.

“When hiring, look for the people with the right attitude. Skills can be taught. Attitude changes require a brain transplant.” – Elon Musk   On the surface, it looks like I am in the construction, specialized equipment, and safety gear

The Power of Personality Assessments and AI in Your Hiring Practices   Hiring can be a tedious task. For years, companies looking for the ideal candidates poured over resumes, narrowed them to a few, brought some in for interviews, and

Being a fan of professional football and a business owner, I am always disappointed when a good player leaves my Cincinnati Bengals for another team and when a good employee leaves one of my companies for another.   Why do

Determining if you should shut down your business   One of the most difficult decisions for a business owner to make is when to call it quits. Last month I wrote about the financial challenges at a couple of my

When life feels hard and things aren’t going the way you hoped, it’s easy to throw in the towel. Keep pushing. You’ve got this.

When you hear the CEO of a company tell an employee, “I do not have the power to promote you,” you might smirk and wonder why a leader would make such a ludicrous statement. You might also think he is

Teamwork is the ultimate company advantage and a remarkable sight when you see it in action. While it is a word that leaders freely toss about like it is a common reality, the truth is teamwork does not just happen.