by Jim Schleckser | Jul 2, 2024 | Acquisitions, Business, Decision Making, Growth, Strategy
Data analytics has become essential for businesses of all sizes. Once primarily the domain of large corporations, smaller businesses have now embraced data-driven decision-making. The influence of books like *Moneyball* by Michael Lewis has shown how data analytics...
by Jim Schleckser | Jun 4, 2024 | Culture, Growth, HR, Talent
Over the past few years, as companies across various industries have grappled with the war for talent, turnover rates have become increasingly significant. Businesses have invested substantial time, money, and energy into reducing employee turnover. After all, when...
by Jim Schleckser | May 7, 2024 | Board of Directors, Decision Making, Growth
Drawing from my extensive experience serving on multiple company boards, I can attest to the range of board meetings I’ve encountered. Some have been exciting and highly impactful, while others have been as dull as watching paint dry. Whenever I was in one of...
by Jim Schleckser | Apr 30, 2024 | Advisory Groups, Entrepreneur, Growth
Having served on multiple company boards throughout my career and continuing to do so, I’ve found it to be a rewarding experience. It’s a great way to network, and with the right match, you can leverage your expertise and experience to contribute to your...
by Jim Schleckser | Apr 23, 2024 | Culture, Growth, HR, Talent
When we bring new employees on board, many of us still cling to an outdated mindset, assuming they’ll remain with the company for the next 30 years until retirement, perhaps with a gold watch in hand. Even worse, when we worry about them leaving, we hesitate to...
by Jim Schleckser | Mar 26, 2024 | Culture, Entrepreneur, Growth
Every organization aspires to foster creativity and innovation, recognizing that breakthrough ideas can propel business growth to new heights. However, a harsh reality must be acknowledged: Humans are inherently resistant to change. Any departure from the safety of...