Time is our most precious resource, and managing it well often comes down to how we communicate. With so many tools available, the real challenge isn’t just deciding what to say—it’s...
When I first stepped into the role of CEO, it felt pretty intimidating. I knew I was surrounded by a team of exceptionally talented people, and though I had a solid background in strategic and...
One of the lessons I learned the hard way as a CEO was that the amount of work doesn’t always equal the impact. For a long time, I focused on controls and predictability, convinced that lots of...
When my business partner and I first started MINDSCAPE, we were all about building websites and web-based applications. Our focus was on the mechanics: development, functionality, and a smooth user...
When it comes to tracking performance, leaders often put great measures in place but then leave them to fade. I can’t tell you how many abandoned charts and dashboards I’ve seen gathering dust in...
During the early days at MINDSCAPE, while we were working hard to not just survive but thrive, I started noticing some patterns that weren’t helping our growth. At the time, our team was made up...
Several years ago, I had the opportunity to work with a hardwood plywood company in Truman, Arkansas. It was a plant full of hardworking people, and my job was to teach them team-based...
When my business partner and I first started our company, we split our responsibilities to keep things moving. My partner focused on the client side of things, while I handled sales, finances, and...
Purpose isn’t just a slogan you print on a plaque. It’s a powerful driver of both business success and personal fulfillment for team members. When a company’s purpose is clear—and supported by...
I’ve always been a huge sports fanatic. Whether it’s the Michigan Wolverines, Detroit Lions, Tigers, Red Wings, or the Detroit Pistons, I’m all in. When they win, it’s like a personal victory. When...
When we talk about team purpose, it’s easy to think of it as some philosophical statement—a lofty, feel-good phrase that lives on a wall or gets brought up during a marketing event. But in reality,...
When my business partner and I started our company, we divided our responsibilities. My partner focused on the client work, while I took on sales, finances, and leading the team. In those early...