Freedom is Everything

There’s a steady breeze from the northwest, which cools the warm Caribbean afternoon. Framed between a palm tree and the turquoise water, you notice a man reading.…

Stephanie Breedlove started Breedlove & Associates in 1992 as a way to pay her nanny. The big payroll processors weren’t interested in dealing with one person’s wages…

Why did you decide to become an entrepreneur? If you’re like most owners, you aspire to have the freedom that comes from owning your own business:  This…

Who does the selling inside your business? If you’re involved, your business will be less valuable than if you weren’t. Investors and acquirers are reluctant to invest…

In my recent Heroes of Reality podcast appearance, I had the chance to reflect on the journey from building a company with 40 employees to scaling it…

How well does your company run when you don’t show up for work?  The answer to this question has a significant impact on the value of your…

Much is made of analyzing the personality traits of successful entrepreneurs.  Some appear outgoing. Others are introverts. Some lean right, others left. Some are flashy. Others are…

Most founders aim to boost sales, but prioritizing top-line growth can attract low-quality revenue, potentially reducing your company’s value.  To an acquirer, revenue quality varies. They prioritize…

In 2012, Jaclyn Johnson founded Create & Cultivate, a media company that educates and inspires women to succeed in business. By 2018, Johnson had grown Create &…

When was the last time you had your blood pressure tested?  Taking your blood pressure is one of the first things most doctors do before treating you…