Jon’s Blogs

With the last quarter of the year approaching, now is a good time to re-evaluate your business plan. In reality, you should be re-evaluating your processes and business plans weekly—even daily, but now is a great time to focus on how these business plans affect the...

The people you employ are the heartbeat of your company. They are the main variable that sets the tone for your company’s culture and ultimate success.To make sure your people are helping to create the culture you want in your business, you must answer this...

Flying by the seat of your pants in business will never lead to growth. Wishing and hoping that your business grows will never take it to the place you want it to be. Einstein famously said, “The definition of insanity is doing the same thing over and over and...

Successfully growing your business all starts with your people—specifically your leadership team. Having the right people in leadership roles who are capable of effectively guiding your employees is imperative to your business success.To ensure that your leadership...

Every business needs a plan—especially when it comes to business growth. It has been said that, “A goal without a plan is a wish.” This carries immense truth and weight. If you look at the most successful companies, one thing they share in common is a plan. They make...

Surprises can be fun—for birthdays. They aren’t as fun when it comes to our businesses, however. If we plan to grow our businesses to unforeseen heights, we cannot be caught off guard. Ever. To ensure our businesses are operating without surprises, every CEO-minded...

One of the simplest recipes for business growth involves two ingredients: a game plan and accountability. Nothing worthwhile ever comes without forethought in planning and accountability to help us meet our goals. Success needs to be shared, personally and...

With the first month of 2019’s business behind us, it is time to look toward the next steps of growing our businesses. Too often we become so focused on the minutiae of the day-to-day, that we forget the big picture. In order for CEO-minded people to grow their...

When news came down last week of the layoffs occurring at General Motors, reality sank in that people were losing their jobs. The questions began to swirl for those who were let go. Questions like, “What now?” Or “How do I move on?” These questions are natural, and...