by Kurt Uhlir | Mar 13, 2025 | Business Operations
Choosing the right funding approach can make or break your business’s growth trajectory. Private equity and venture capital each offer distinct advantages, targeting different types of companies and stages of development. Whether you’re leading a fast-growing...
by Kurt Uhlir | Mar 13, 2025 | Business Operations, Career
CEOs and COOs both shape a company’s future, but their roles are distinct yet deeply interconnected. Getting the CEO-COO relationship right is crucial—it’s often the difference between thriving growth and operational chaos. This article clearly defines the...
by Kurt Uhlir | Feb 17, 2025 | Business Operations, Career
Labor hoarding might sound like a strange term, but it’s becoming a big deal in the business world. Instead of cutting jobs when times get tough or there are uncertain times ahead, companies are holding onto their workers. Why? Because finding and training new...
by Kurt Uhlir | Feb 17, 2025 | Business Operations, Leadership
Succession planning isn’t just about filling roles when people leave—it’s about making sure your organization is ready for the future. It’s a proactive approach to identify, develop, and prepare potential leaders for key positions, ensuring that transitions happen...
by Kurt Uhlir | Feb 17, 2025 | Business Operations, Leadership
Systems thinking is all about seeing the bigger picture. For leaders, it means stepping back to understand how different parts of an organization or problem connect and influence each other. This approach isn’t just about solving one issue—it’s about creating...
by Kurt Uhlir | Feb 17, 2025 | Business Operations, marketing
Perceptual mapping is a way to visually understand how consumers see your brand compared to others. It’s like creating a map of opinions, showing where your brand stands on things like price, quality, or other key traits. Businesses use it to figure out their position...