Allison W., age 46, runs her own business outside of Chicago. She is friendly, successful, and always in a rush. She moves fast, eats fast, and never lets up. Allison, is hooked on being in a hurry. Many business owners, men and women, suffer from what has been called “hurry sickness.” Though you might be […]
You run your own business, and you know that costs can mount up quickly. Even if you’re operating out of your own home, the increase in utilities, supply costs, and phone and internet services all eat away at whatever profits you hope to generate. One of the smartest things to do is identify part-time workers […]
When you don’t feel in control of your time, everything in your business might seem as if it’s running together into one big blur. Examining the key compartments of your day is an easy way to regain control. It is important that you don’t attempt to tackle all arenas of your business and your life […]
“American Sniper” has been pulling in huge audiences since its release in mid January. It’s a powerful film that moves audiences. At the showing my wife and I caught, when the final credits started rolling the crowd filed out in virtual silence. War stories, by their very nature, stir deep emotions in us. But this […]
Stress is a pervasive problem throughout society, particularly for small business owners. After all, your life is reasonably hectic, and you’re probably fighting for uninterrupted stretches throughout the day. If, out of the blue, somebody or something pops up that demands your resources and attention, this disruption adds to the pile of things to do […]