Andy BaileyThis article originally appeared in Inc. Holding people accountable shouldn’t amount to punishment – it’s an opportunity to contribute in a transparent way. Accountability. What do you envision when you hear the word? Standing before a...
Andy BaileyThis article originally appeared in BOSS Magazine. Effective self-assessment depends on regularly asking and answering tough questions Effective business leaders excel at self-assessment — regularly setting aside time to get honest with themselves ...
Andy BaileyThis article originally appeared in Small Biz Daily. When I meet with a team for a coaching session, I often find that everyone looks to me for all the answers. While I am there to help them get their priorities together and align their business and ...
Andy BaileyPicture this: You’re in your office reviewing your company’s quarterly financials. You’ve got a smartphone buzzing on your desk. Your office phone is ringing, and team members keep popping their heads in to ask questions — not to mention,...
Andy BaileyThis article originally appeared in Forbes. Any business owner or manager will tell you that hiring is one of the hardest things they do. It’s difficult to find genuine A-players who not only have the skills a position demands but also make meaning...
Dale MeadorThis article originally appeared in AllBusiness. Recently, I had the opportunity to work with the leadership team at Kinco in Portland, Oregon, to help them begin strengthening their long-term business strategy. Kinco is a leading supplier of premi...
Andy BaileyThis article originally appeared in Inc. Our thoughts are powerful. Directing yours toward positive outcomes can enhance your business bottom line. The Law of Attraction–the belief that positive thoughts attract positive outcomes while negativi...
Andy BaileyThis article originally appeared in BOSS Magazine. Consistent, open communication is critical to building a healthy team. Building healthy teams requires business leaders to take an interest in the professional, emotional, and physical health of thei...
Andy BaileyThis article originally appeared in Small Biz Daily. I talk to business leaders every day about how effective communication within a company can mean the difference between a successful business that attracts A-Players and one that’s poised to die ...
Andy BaileyThis article originally appeared in Forbes. Focus can be a challenge for business leaders. If you’re an entrepreneur, you no doubt have multiple projects running at one time and a busy staff to manage, all while working to move your business forwar...
