When marketing a company, do not “gild the lily”
The seller’s resulting frankness will engender buyers’ trust, giving them the confidence to stretch on price.
Have you found your replacement?
The bottom line for owners, CEOs, and executives is that we cannot wait until the year before retirement to start planning.
Cleveland as Ohio’s career capital
We must have more than “help wanted” signs outside our businesses; we must have a robust system that trains, upskills and matches employees with employers.
The harmony of human touch and AI
Challenge yourself and your team to focus on ways to maximize the human touch.
Navigating venture capital with patience and partnerships
While uncertainty continues to define venture capital activity in 2024, as fast as the market can hit the brakes, it can also step on the gas.
The sudden loss of an MVP
Amidst the shock of losing someone you worked beside every day is the reality of losing someone who was so impactful to your organization.
The positive aspect of negative space
As you navigate your to-do list and confront challenges, weave moments of productive procrastination into your routine.
Inspiring engagement through a coach approach
People are more motivated and engaged when they feel understood, appreciated and connected.
Positive signs in M&A can be found despite inflation, interest rate constraints

Dealmakers on their characterizations of the market, how they’re faring in it and the major factors at play in M&A deals.
Companies that bite off more than they can chew will suffer from severe indigestion
It’s the same as trying to put ten pounds in a 5-pound bag; it usually bursts and makes a mess.