In a world stuffed with emails, texts, and notifications, a handwritten note lands like a breath of fresh air. It feels personal. It feels intentional. And most importantly—it gets opened. We’re all guilty of skimming emails or ignoring yet another “quick follow-up.” But when a real envelope shows up withContinue Reading
As we roll into the holidays, most of us brace ourselves for that one person—the human landmine who simply cannot read the room. You know the type:The cousin who brings up the ex-wife… while standing next to the new wife… holding the kids.Or the relative who wants everyone to re-litigateContinue Reading
Note: This post is not suggesting that a written signed contract is not a good idea. A lot of people think a contract only counts when both sides sign a big, fancy document. But honestly, most of the contracts I’ve ever had in business didn’t start that way. They startedContinue Reading
As small business owners, we’ve all been there. A customer comes along with a request that’s close to what we do—but not quite. It sounds tempting: a chance to make a little extra money, show off your flexibility, or maybe even test out a new skill. But sometimes, saying “yes”Continue Reading
Let’s talk about those three little words that strike fear (and sometimes irritation) into every small business owner’s heart: “You need to…” If you’re an entrepreneur, you’ve heard it more times than you can count. Suddenly, your to-do list looks less like a strategy and more like a group projectContinue Reading
How active are you really in your own business? Are you the kind of business owner who unlocks the door at 9:00 AM because that’s what your sign says… Puts out your little flag, Walks back inside, And sits behind the counter… Waiting? And then when no one comes in,Continue Reading