Accelerate Business
Your Worst Decisions Are the Ones You Stopped Thinking About
One beautiful autumn day, I had a long break between meetings. Perfect chance for fresh air and a quick workout, so I jumped on my bike and headed out on one of my regular routes. About halfway through, I approached a stop sign at an all-too-familiar, seldom-used, totally obscured driveway. Decision time. Slow down and…
Read MoreCommon Questions Owners Ask Before Getting Business Help
Choosing a business advisor is a big decision, and it usually comes with a lot of practical questions. Business owners want to understand how the work actually happens, what’s expected of them, and whether the relationship will lead to real, lasting progress. At The Resultants, our Business Advisors work side by side with owners, helping…
Read MoreYour 2026 Business Growth Plan
Around this time of year, business owners start thinking about goals for the new year. You might want to add to your crew, expand your services, or finally step back from the day-to-day. But if you’re honest, you’re not sure how to get there without working even more hours than you already are. Maybe you’re…
Read MoreAn Owner’s Perspective on Sustainable Growth
At The Resultants, we take pride in helping businesses navigate growth and operational challenges with fully customized solutions. But at the heart of every success story is the business itself – its leadership, its team, and its commitment to building something great. Today, we’re excited to spotlight our partnership with Joe Greeley and Nimlok North,…
Read MoreReap the Rewards of Building Value in your Business
Whether you’re planning to sell in five years, ten years, or never, creating a valuable, self-sustaining business is one of the smartest moves you can make. I’ve been in the room when it all falls apart. As a former business broker, I’ve sat across the table from sellers who thought they were ready to cash…
Read MoreWhat Business Are You Really In?
David Patterson, President of LetterStream, is a client we work with who manages a company that churns out more than 6,000 print jobs per day. At first glance, you’d assume he’s running a printing business. But he would quickly correct you – telling you instead that his company is in the technology business. Why? Because…
Read MoreAre You Too Close for Comfort?
One beautiful autumn day, I had a long break between meetings. It was the perfect opportunity to get some fresh air and a quick workout in, so I jumped on my bike and headed off on one of my regular routes. Just about halfway, I approached a stop sign at an all-to-familiar, seldom-used, and totally…
Read MoreIs It Time to Start Saying No?
There are some who would disagree with what I’m about to say but I am a people-pleaser. I want to be liked and I want people to be able to depend on me. Both of those are pretty simple, right? So, what’s my point? Well, in an effort to be likable and dependable, I have…
Read MoreThis One Thing Can Change Your Company’s Future
Not unlike every other business owner, on my desk is a black three-ring binder. This binder contains leadership team meeting minutes dating back to 2006, the year my wife and my moving company was started. In fifteen years doing business, I can only find a record of fourteen meetings. Our moving company is not large,…
Read MoreWhat Do They Really Think?
Do you know how your customers really view your company? Are you sure? If asked, would you be able to define “the customer experience” based on something measurable? Companies often use time, effort and valuable resources to build out customer care programs based on what they assume is important to the customer without ever asking…
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