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Distractions

Business plans rarely account for moments when everything screeches to a halt. Yet that is how it often goes. One day, the path forward feels clear and full of purpose. The next, a single event crashes in, demanding time and focus that were meant for… Read More
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B Corp Certification: What It Is and Why It Matters

When I first heard about B Corps, I was intrigued but skeptical. It sounded like something created for big brands with big budgets, showing up in glossy brochures and mission statements no one pays attention to. Then, last summer, I noticed the B Cor… Read More
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Make It Easy to be a Customer

I recently decided to cancel my gym membership. I actually like the gym, but with warmer weather, I want to spend more time outdoors and get back into running. It was nothing against them. Still, canceling turned out to be harder than it should have… Read More
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Categories: Small Businesses

Celebrate the Wins

For over a year, I have been working on a significant project for my law firm. It is now in the final stages, and if everything goes as expected, I will be able to share more in the coming weeks. Lately, though, my thoughts have moved past the finish… Read More
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Business is Personal

The world is full of business clichés. “Think outside the box.” “Move the needle.” “Low-hanging fruit.” But the one that misses the mark for me is: “It’s not personal. It’s just business.” Real life is not that simple. In 2025, b… Read More
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The Power of the Pivot

The NCAA basketball tournaments always deliver: buzzer-beaters, full-court presses, and plenty of unpredictable moments. But the move that shows up again and again, often unnoticed, is the pivot. A player gets trapped. Options disappear. The shot clo… Read More
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Categories: Small Businesses

The Importance of Vision

Most days, I feel like I am juggling two competing forces—building my business for the future while handling everything that needs to get done today. My long-term vision calls for strategic planning, but my inbox demands immediate attention. There… Read More
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Small Businesses, Big Impact

I attended a retreat in Ojai last week with a dozen other attorneys. Yes, I know—cue the jokes. But believe it or not, attorneys are people too. We breathe the same air, drink the same overpriced lattes, and occasionally take a break from legal jar… Read More
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Categories: Small Businesses

Stay in Your Lane

I found myself driving more than usual this past weekend, including a trip to downtown San Diego to see Wicked (great show!). As I cruised along the freeway at 70 miles per hour, I started thinking about how much trust exists between drivers. One une… Read More
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Categories: Small Businesses

The Missing Signature Problem

A small business service provider lands a big opportunity—a carefully negotiated master services agreement (MSA) with a new client. Excitement is high, work begins, and the relationship starts strong. But over time, friction builds. A dispute arise… Read More
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Categories: Business Contracts