Posts by Mary London Goshert
The Question That Got Me Started and Keeps Me Going
My venture into entrepreneurship started mostly by accident. Initially, it was just a way to supplement the income from my full-time job. I joined a few online freelancer networks and started picking up gigs. They were small jobs at first like transcribing focus group interviews or researching a company’s competitors and compiling reports to make…
Read MoreI-85 Day Pass: Remote Workspace Solution
Atlanta, we’ve said it before and we’ll say it again: Loud coffee shops and makeshift home offices don’t cut it. We understand what you’re going through with this #I85BridgeCollapse. Hours spent in the car traveling to and from the office. Valuable time you could be relaxing at home being cut off by other frustrated drivers.…
Read MoreWhy Entrepreneurs Need a Wolf Pack
It’s old news that the successful Lone Wolf is often a myth. What entrepreneurs need is a stellar wolf pack. Regardless of the business model, it’s worth your time and effort—not to mention resources—to outfit your venture with this type of role-based structure. More than a just a collection of friends and family, an entrepreneur’s…
Read MoreDecidedly Different Leaders
“Your favorite leaders have been decidedly different. Their motives go beyond self-interest. They challenge you to pursue daring, bold aspirations that create an exciting place to work. They shun the spotlight in favor of serving a higher purpose. They evidence principles in their daily decisions. You not only love these leaders but also perform your…
Read MoreLeader-to-Leader Advice on Managing People
Learn more about developing, leading and managing people from this Q&A session with Roam Buckhead General Manager, Chad Turner. Q: What lessons have you have learned from managing people? A: If I could only choose one lesson, it would be to lead with a developmental bias. As a leader, it is your responsibility to…
Read MoreBetter Management, Tailor-Made
Don’t let your style of management suffer from a one-size-fits-all approach. The purpose of your style goes far beyond mere self-expression. When you tailor your technique, it shows you care about the individual needs of your employees. For a bespoke management style, tap into Dr. Paul Hersey’s Situational Leadership® Model. The concept is simple, although…
Read MoreMore Than Words… Expressing Thanks at Work
Can you remember the last time you felt recognized or appreciated by your boss? Hopefully it was today or sometime recently! However, broad studies by Gallup say that 20–30% of workers in the US rarely get recognition or that their best work is ignored. A more industry-specific study put the number at a staggering 70%!…
Read MoreEffective Employee Retention Strategy: The 3 R’s to Retaining Great Employees
What makes great employees great? It’s often a combination of experience, passion, and belief in the company’s mission. No new hire is guaranteed to be great, and often younger employees take time to grow into their greatness over time. Employee retention rate, especially for young professionals, is notoriously low. Many will look around for greener…
Read MoreMake Strategy Your Sidekick
Business today requires adaptability and agility. To get in the game, let alone stay in it, you must be able to pivot with confidence. And just how do you pivot with confidence? Utilizing strategic planning. The word strategy often inflicts an overwhelming and daunting feeling. There is a disbelief that only those at the top…
Read More5 Videos to Help You Flex Your Strategy Muscles
Neither health nor strategy is a final destination. Each is a journey. As individuals and as companies, we must consistently strive to maintain our current achievements and set stretch goals for our future. To help you beef up your strategy muscles, we’ve compiled five videos from leading business school professors. Check them out on your…
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