What Florida Alligators Taught Me About Lasting Business Impressions Living in Southwest Florida, particularly in a community like Babcock Ranch, means sharing the landscape with some truly impressive creatures. Alligators are a part of daily life here. I remember the first time I saw one – that mix of primal awe and respect. Even now,

Is “Let’s Wait and See” Stopping Your Business Cold? It’s a phrase I hear often, sometimes spoken, sometimes implied: “Let’s wait and see.” It sounds prudent, cautious. But I learned a hard lesson early on: waiting is rarely the winning move when it comes to technology and growth. A Painful Lesson from the Dial-Up Days

That ‘Surprise! More Budget!’ Moment? Here’s How to Be Ready. Picture this: The CFO stops by your office or drops into your virtual meeting. “Good news – we’ve freed up some capital. Your department has an extra 30% budget for the quarter, effective immediately. Let me know where you want to allocate it by end

That Superstar Hire? They Might Have Been Rejected 12 Times Already. We’ve all seen them – resumes that tick every box, follow a perfect linear progression, and scream “safe bet.” But as a leader who has spent over two decades building high-performing teams, I’ve learned that sometimes the most exceptional talent comes wrapped in decidedly