Reviving the Disappearing Art of Conversation
When was the last time that you had a significant one-to-one conversation with another person? By significant, I mean the conversation...
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Dave Beam
Nov 20, 20232 min
NICE People Are Selfish
If you consider yourself a nice person, you may be a bit taken back by the title of this article. You need to know my definition of NICE....
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Dave Beam
Oct 30, 20232 min
What You Feed Grows
What would you like to increase in your team? Perhaps you would like to see more cooperation, collaboration and ownership. You might...
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Dave Beam
Apr 17, 20232 min
I 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...
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Dave Beam
Feb 6, 20232 min
The Blinding Desire for Perfection
I remember when my son Nathan started working with me many years ago. He has moved on to greener pastures, but it was an unforgettable...
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Dave Beam
Jan 16, 20232 min
Should 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...
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Dave Beam
Sep 19, 20222 min
Overwhelming 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....
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Dave Beam
Sep 12, 20222 min
Hard Work Is NOT the Key to Success
I like to get attention with provocative statements. Hard work, though it is important, is not the key to success. Think about it. ...
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Dave Beam
Sep 5, 20222 min
People Issues
People, people, people. “My business would be great except for the employees and the customers!” I agree that working effectively with...
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Dave Beam
Aug 29, 20222 min
The Transformational Practice of Weekly Planning
People often ask me to recommend a time management system, and I typically share some familiar options. I am curious about why they are...
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Dave Beam
Aug 1, 20222 min
If Your Business is Overwhelmed, Raise Your Prices
I recently met with a business owner that has operated a residential service business for over 20 years. He has about 10 employees, and...
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Dave Beam
Jun 27, 20223 min
Having 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...
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Dave Beam
Jun 5, 20221 min
Is Your Communication Clear?
Are you frustrated with people not following instructions? Is a lack of accountability an issue at your workplace? Are folks dropping...
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Dave Beam
Mar 14, 20221 min
Listen to Understand
The ultimate respect you can give another person is the gift of listening. The pace of modern life is crazy. People exchange...
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Dave Beam
Feb 14, 20222 min
Expectations Are Problematic
Spouses, friends, vendors, customers, employees, family …… we all carry expectations of other people. I want to propose that...
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Dave Beam
Jan 10, 20222 min
Drop 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...
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Dave Beam
Sep 20, 20212 min
Unclear Equals Unkind
I 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...
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Dave Beam
Jun 21, 20213 min
Do 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...
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Dave Beam
May 24, 20212 min
Inspiring Great Organizational Morale
What makes a beautiful musical performance? A great song, played/sung by a great artist, with a great orchestra or band. What makes a...
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Dave Beam
Apr 26, 20213 min
Distinguishing Your Role as Manager and Leader
What is the difference between manager and leader, and why does it matter? It makes for an interesting business discussion, but if you...
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