Leadership
Why You Need Buy-In
“I’m extremely skilled at passive-aggressive behavior.” Now, that would look ridiculous on a resume, but it perfectly describes a hidden challenge that quietly undermines organizational effectiveness across America. I’ve spent 27 years walking into boardrooms, plant floors, and meetings, and I can tell you this: many leadership teams have moments where they slip into partial…
Read MoreGetting Results Through Other People
Years ago, I worked near the Obermeyer Skiwear office in Colorado. The founder, Klaus Obermeyer, would still show up every day and shovel the walks. His son told us, “Go ask my dad why he does that.” So we did. And Klaus said, “Why would I ask someone to do something I wouldn’t do myself?”…
Read MoreSetting Up Your Business To Run Without You
Most business owners don’t wake up one day and say, “Today’s the day I’m out.” Transitions — whether it’s a sale, succession, or stepping back from day-to-day — don’t happen overnight. But the mistake I see all too often is that people wait until they’re ready to leave before they start preparing to leave. By…
Read MoreThe Secret to Organizational Alignment and Momentum
A lot of leaders (especially founder-types) think that if you just tell people what to do, they’ll do it. But here’s the truth: people don’t thrive on instructions. They thrive on purpose. Now more than ever, people want to know why their work matters. Why they should care. Why this company exists. And if your…
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 MoreShift your Performance from Reactive to Proactive
Ever watch a job site or office suite first thing in the morning? All too often, it can be a lot like a circus… People wander in, chat about last night’s game, grab some coffee, and do pretty much everything except get started. It can feel chaotic, abrupt – and kind of crazy. While these…
Read MoreBuilding a Great Team of People Who Really Care
If you want to truly move your business forward, it’s time to “step on the GAS.” GAS stands for “Gives a Sh*t” – a term we think captures the essence of your team members’ drive to go above and beyond in the workplace. Employees with GAS aren’t just doing their jobs – they care deeply…
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 MorePassing the Torch: Kristen DeMotts on Aligning Values and Leading Change at Arrow Finishing
At The Resultants, we understand that transitioning a family business from one generation to the next takes more than putting a new leader in place. It calls for a vision and strategy that honors the past while positioning the company for future growth. When Kristen DeMotts stepped into the role of CEO at Arrow Finishing,…
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