Business Mentors

Changing the sales narrative “Don’t fall into the trap of thinking like a customer. If you do, you’re done.” This warning has been pounded into the heads of salespeople — and it will follow them until their last day on the job. Why is thinking like a customer dangerous? It’s the noxious notion that leads […]

Studies show that green space and landscaping contribute to health, happiness, and intellect. It’s natural to long for spring when it’s cold outside. But did you know there’s a good reason why you may pine for green? Living landscapes are an important part of the outdoor lifestyle that Americans enjoy, but the benefits go beyond

Our Central New York region has had remarkable success through the Regional Economic Development Council (REDC) process, receiving the most funding to date out of all 10 council regions. This funding has advanced hundreds of projects and allowed businesses in our community to expand and create thousands of new jobs. Again this year, more than

Across Central New York, thousands of graduating high-school seniors will soon begin preparing for the next chapter of their lives as incoming members of the college class of 2023. They enter a higher-education system that has been shaken to its core. Like peeling the layers of an onion, Los Angeles federal prosecutors in May announced

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“Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts.” — Winston Churchill As a business coach, people often tell me their fantastic idea of a new business startup. It is exciting to hear the passion in their voices as they are thrilled to share their business idea. Maybe it

How does a small business Become successful? This quesTion is commonly asked on Main Street across the United States. As a 30-year veteran of the banking industry, I’ve worked with countless small companies, some successful and some not so successful. In working with these businesses, I have identified some common must-have strategies that set a solid

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