by Jim Schleckser | Aug 2, 2026 | Business
When You’re in a Hole, Stop Digging Every leader has faced this moment. You’ve invested time, money, and reputation in a project that’s just not working out. Maybe it’s a new product launch that never gained traction, a joint venture that...
by Jim Schleckser | Jul 27, 2026 | Business
From rural towns to overseas hubs, we chased cheaper labor. Now, AI is rewriting the rules—and no geography can compete. For decades, business leaders have been engaged in a global treasure hunt to find the most cost-effective place to outsource routine white-collar...
by Jim Schleckser | Jul 20, 2026 | Business
You don’t need billion-dollar R&D labs to innovate. A steady trickle of creativity—just 5 to 10%—can give your business the edge. When we think about innovation, it’s easy to picture moonshot projects—like self-driving cars, groundbreaking medicines,...
by Jim Schleckser | Jul 12, 2026 | Business
The hidden costs of being public—and why private ownership is often the better bet If you ask most CEOs who have worked in both settings, they’ll tell you: managing a private company is much more attractive than running a public one. I’ve experienced both, and there’s...
by Jim Schleckser | Jul 6, 2026 | Budget
Why Staying Out of Debt Trouble May Be the Best Strategy for Long-Term Success Every industry experiences its own patterns. Markets heat up, cool down, and then reset. Whether you’re in automotive, transportation, retail, or telecom, these cycles are a natural part of...
