Blackburn Case Study
Greg McDonough is a managing partner at Blackburn Capital. He works with businesses and organizations ranging in size from early-stage startups to $100 million enterprises. He has successfully led companies through turnarounds, mergers, acquisitions, and other significant events. Whether a business is struggling to survive, or striving to grow effectively and efficiently, Greg has tools...Read More
Must-Read Books for Developing Lasting Leadership Habits
I am frequently asked which books I recommend for people aiming to increase their endurance leadership habits. Having a constant thirst for learning helps to define and enhance the effectiveness of a strong leader. To that end, I’ve compiled a list of some of my favorites. Please feel free to comment below. I’d love to...Read More
Lessons from My 9th Ironman in Copenhagen: A Journey of Humility and Growth
A few weeks ago, I crossed the finish line of my 9th Ironman, completing the Copenhagen race in my fastest time ever. While it was an achievement, this race was an incredibly humbling experience, one that left me reflecting on the unpredictable nature of endurance racing and the lessons I’ve learned along the way. Here’s...Read More
Declaring Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Can Be a Lifeline Rather Than a Shameful Secret
One of the gratifying aspects of hosting a podcast is that it links me up with other podcasters who are covering the business world. Sometimes we even appear on each other’s shows to share stories from the trenches. When that happens, it evokes lessons that I’ve learned along the way in my own entrepreneurial journey....Read More
How Toxic Leadership Can Threaten the Health of an Organization
Its effects are pervasive, often triggering staff turnover Most articles about leadership focus on how to be a great leader. By offering tips and tricks on inspiring people, retaining staff, and guiding others towards achieving their full potential, these stories attract readers seeking to enhance their leadership skills. So far, I’ve hosted almost 100 podcasts...Read More
Spring Training Season Is Here – But How Can You Find the Time?
Every spring when daylight saving time kicks in and we lose an hour of sleep, a long-running debate is revived about its merits and drawbacks that is as old as the practice itself. Not surprisingly, the opposition to the custom isn’t as adamant in autumn when we gain an hour of sleep. This past March,...Read More
The Thrill of Anticipation Can Be a Driving Force That Helps Goals Come True
The remnants of the 2023 holiday season have barely been cleared away, but for some, this ending is the beginning of building anticipation for next year’s festivities. My daughter Simone is one of those people who is thinking ahead. She is already excited for next year’s holiday card, talking about what family photographs we will...Read More
Financial Management Monthly Calendar
Being an entrepreneur usually means having an endless to-do list, and many of them are time-sensitive tasks related to the day-to-day running of the business. It might be tempting to procrastinate chores related to long-term financial management when they don’t have hard deadlines. While cleaning up the books and taking proactive steps to plan for...Read More
New Online Course Teaches How to Turn Your “Why” Into Financial Freedom
In my role as a financial consultant, I’ve had the opportunity to work with many entrepreneurs who are smart, driven, and determined to make their dreams come true. It’s inspiring to watch them finding solutions to difficult problems, and it’s always gratifying to help them when I can. For some time now, I’ve been pondering...Read More
Servant Leadership Helped Save My Life
While being a leader can be gratifying, it is also tough – and sometimes thankless – work. This challenge is compounded by the fact that modern managers tend to be inundated with a wide range of theories and concepts and philosophies of leadership, ideas that can be contradictory and confusing. So what is a leader...Read More
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