Did you ever consider that some of the laws of physics, thermodynamics apply to Family businesses. Let’s consider a few laws of physics, you remember your quantum physics right? The three that effect Family Businesses: Hawthorne effect, a form of reactivity in which subjects modify an aspect of their behavior, in response to their knowing that [Continue Reading]
Strategy: Start At The END
Strategy: Start at the end. A strategy is a plan of action designed to achieve a vision. Paul Williams is the Founder of Idea Sandbox, a self-described Barnstormer, Creative Problem Solver, Retail Marketing Crackerjack and Writer. Recently Paul wrote, “One of the best starting points for a strategy session is at the end of it. [Continue Reading]
Smart Goals – Can you see yours?
Can you see your goal? Is it Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Realistic, given a Timeframe? Bobby Jones, the famous golfer said, “I’ve played a few rounds with friends, but I’ve never played a friendly round.” Golf like many other sports requires “muscle memory”. Muscle memory is when you train your muscles to perform the same way [Continue Reading]