Struggling to get the best from your team as a small business owner? This blog post offers a refreshing and practical guide inspired by an exceptional leader named Fred. Learn how simple yet powerful techniques like focusing on strengths, creating psychological safety, and investing in your team's growth can lead to a more motivated, engaged, and ultimately more successful small business.

Stop Chasing Numbers, Start Designing Your Dream Life The allure of a 7-figure revenue business is strong. We’re often told that hitting that milestone signifies ultimate success. But what if that chase leaves you stressed, burnt out, and disconnected from the very reasons you started your business in the first place? The truth is, just growing your business and revenue is not going to lead to a satisfying life or guarantee profits, and it’s going to lead to stress and burnout as you try to chase everything if you aren’t clear on what it is you want. Instead of blindly aiming for a specific revenue number, we need to shift our focus inward. We need to get clear on what kind of life we want and how we want our business to support that life. This isn't a one-time thought; we need to revisit at least annually what success looks like for us because it will shape our daily decisions and the direction we take with our business. Think about it: Our business is pointless if it is not helping us reach our goals and fulfill our dreams. Unless you take the time to understand your deepest aspirations, you can’t know if your business is helping you to get there. True business success isn't just about the figures in your bank account; it's about creating a life you genuinely love.