Overcoming fear is essential to effective leadership
It’s easy to accept things as they are. There is a certain level of comfort in being resigned to the fact that things cannot be changed — or at least, that they cannot be changed easily. But to be successful in business leadership, overcoming that fear is a necessity. That’s especially true if you’re a […]
2018 Pillar Award for Community Service
For nearly a decade, Smart Business has honored many great companies and organizations whose employees have gone above and beyond to invest their time and resources in supporting their community.
Are you in denial about your liability risk for employment-related claims?
Much like in a divorce, once people believe they have been harmed due to unfair or illegal treatment (i.e. termination of employment), an employee’s mindset can change from loyal to vindictive, says Zito Insurance’s Chris Zito.
Dining with Umberto P. Fedeli lives up to all the hype
Over the years, I’ve heard from many business leaders about what a unique experience it is to have lunch in the dining room at The Fedeli Group. So when I was given the chance to do so myself last month, I became very excited. What would the meal be? Who else would be there? Would […]
Passage of college’s bond issue to pay dividends for the local workforce
The passage of Issue 61 in November ushered in a new era not only for Cuyahoga Community College, but also for the Northeast Ohio workforce. This $227.5 million bond issue will ensure Tri-C has the physical resources necessary to continue to meet the needs of the regional economy for the next 25 years. Tri-C is […]
Greg Muzzillo is ready to turn the staffing world on its head at ProTalent
As Greg Muzzillo positions Proforma to one day surpass $1 billion in revenue, he’s already hard at work building a second business to reach the same milestone. ProTalent, billed as the first franchise system exclusively for staffing professionals, launched last fall and will operate out of the same building in Independence as Proforma. “I was […]
Never stop looking for ways to give your clients a boost
This column marks the beginning of a five-part series emphasizing how the adviser of the future will delight stakeholders they serve by embracing a perspective of continuous contribution. The characteristics and qualities to be discussed span the entire lifecycle of a business. My hope is to inspire both the owner and advisory community to adopt […]
Leaders have the tools to guide their communities to greater heights
When Amazon opened its new world headquarters in Seattle in 2010, few people could foresee the economic impact it would have on the Emerald City. The company estimates that its investments in Seattle between 2010 and 2016 have resulted in an additional $38 billion to the city’s economy. The headquarters encompasses 33 buildings, more than […]
A diverse and inclusive workplace has many tangible benefits
Businesses have gotten better at hiring for diversity, but there is a need to foster an inclusionary work environment through practices and company norms to ensure those differences are welcomed and the benefits can be realized, says Corporate College’s Tiffany Short.
Take back your daily schedule and restore order to your life
Just last week, I was invited to lead a 2018 Accelerate Your Impact workshop for experienced professionals to enhance their relevance and impact for the fiscal year. One of my primary talking points has been looking at leaders who have a hard time saying no. Since most professionals are overcommitted, this makes it difficult to […]