Dave BeamApr 172 minI Just Don't Have Time for My Employees!You are a busy business owner or manager. You day is filled with customers, invoices, expenses, collection s, inventory, marketing, more...
Dave BeamFeb 62 minThe Blinding Desire for PerfectionI remember when my son Nathan started working with me many years ago. He has moved on to greener pastures, but it was an unforgettable...
Dave BeamJan 162 minShould Leaders Be Friends With Those They Lead?Do you believe it is a good idea to be friends with those you lead? Maybe you are a manager or business owner, and you wonder if it is...
Dave BeamSep 19, 20222 minOverwhelming E-mail?It is a common question I receive as a business coach; ”How do I handle my overflowing e-mail?” I am NOT going to give you an IT solution....
Dave BeamSep 12, 20222 minHard Work Is NOT the Key to SuccessI like to get attention with provocative statements. Hard work, though it is important, is not the key to success. Think about it. ...
Dave BeamSep 5, 20222 minPeople IssuesPeople, people, people. “My business would be great except for the employees and the customers!” I agree that working effectively with...
Dave BeamAug 29, 20222 minThe Transformational Practice of Weekly PlanningPeople often ask me to recommend a time management system, and I typically share some familiar options. I am curious about why they are...
Dave BeamAug 1, 20222 minIf Your Business is Overwhelmed, Raise Your PricesI recently met with a business owner that has operated a residential service business for over 20 years. He has about 10 employees, and...
Dave BeamJun 27, 20223 minHaving Expectations of Employees is a Big Problem!If you are a business owner or manager, I’m sure this title caught your attention. You did read it correctly; your expectations of your...
Dave BeamJun 5, 20221 minIs Your Communication Clear?Are you frustrated with people not following instructions? Is a lack of accountability an issue at your workplace? Are folks dropping...
Dave BeamMar 14, 20221 minListen to UnderstandThe ultimate respect you can give another person is the gift of listening. The pace of modern life is crazy. People exchange...
Dave BeamFeb 14, 20222 minExpectations Are ProblematicSpouses, friends, vendors, customers, employees, family …… we all carry expectations of other people. I want to propose that...
Dave BeamJan 10, 20222 minDrop the Excuses and Get Organized!Many people go through life in a clutter and swampy mess. They can’t find things, and they are often frustrated and overwhelmed. Their...
Dave BeamSep 20, 20212 minUnclear Equals UnkindI don’t understand my employees! It’s just hard to find good people these days. It is certainly true that you may need to have better...
Dave BeamJun 21, 20213 minDo You Own a Business or a Job?Here is an interesting definition of a true business: “A true business is a commercial, profitable enterprise that works without the...
Dave BeamMay 24, 20212 minInspiring Great Organizational MoraleWhat makes a beautiful musical performance? A great song, played/sung by a great artist, with a great orchestra or band. What makes a...
Dave BeamApr 26, 20213 minDistinguishing Your Role as Manager and LeaderWhat is the difference between manager and leader, and why does it matter? It makes for an interesting business discussion, but if you...
Dave BeamMar 22, 20212 minAre You Hiding Behind E-mail and Texting?I am thankful for modern communication technology. We have access to information almost anywhere and anytime. Internet, the cloud, smart...
Dave BeamFeb 15, 20212 minThink WIN:WINComplete the following sentence; For there to be a winner, there has to be a _______. Most everyone thinks that for there to be a...
Dave BeamJan 11, 20212 minBe ProactiveStephen Covey in his classic book, “The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People”, provides this first crucial habit, “BE PROACTIVE”. This is...
