Ancient Greek and Roman astrologers named July 22 through Aug. 22 the “dog days of summer” because the Dog Star, Sirius, was visible on the horizon. They associated its appearance with heat, drought, lethargy, illness, mad dogs and bad luck. While I can’t offer any remedies to combat ancient superstitions, here are 12 actions you […]
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Steve Steele to Lead Wilson & Co. Financial Services Practice
Bruce Wilson & Company, a national green industry consulting and CEO peer group facilitating firm, today announced that Steve Steele, Steele Dynamic Services, LLC., will join its team as head of Wilson’s Financial Services Practice. Formerly Vice President of Business Systems for Heartland, LLC, a private equity financed holding company that acquired Keesen Landscape Management […]
Read MoreLeading Through Change
As we assess the pandemic’s longer-term impact on the economy, two things this crisis has in common with past recessionary events are a heightened sense of urgency around planning and budgeting, and questions about how to manage the unexpected. The best advice I’ve ever received about leading through change was from the founder of ValleyCrest […]
Read MoreReconsidering Safety
Is safety a core value, an actionable objective, a mindset or a priority? The answer is, all of the above. Today more than ever, safety and health strategies are inextricably entwined as drivers of performance, culture and risk management. As the pandemic disrupted norms for human interaction and social distancing became a thing, businesses across […]
Read MoreThe Great Green Reboot: 10 tips for post-pandemic recovery
Quarter 1 data was unprecedented. And like so many other things that will measure COVID-19’s impact, the data of disruption will define our performance and recovery strategies as we set clear goals for a post-pandemic new normal. How deep, how sharp and how exponential the impact is still up in the air. The way back […]
Read More10 Steps for Financial Resilience
We’re all thinking about what the future looks like. What lessons did we learn from the recession that can help us prepare for evolving threats? Can we thrive in a post-crisis economy? What traditions and behaviors will no longer be relevant? Will technology help us pivot faster? What’s a CEO to do? Here are ten […]
Read MoreKeep the Culture Alive
The work-at-home program is a new concept for this industry. To ensure success, follow these steps to make sure it becomes part of your company’s culture. “Nobody told me there’d be days like these. Strange days indeed” – John Lennon The COVID-19 pandemic has business owners changing how they do almost everything; there has been much […]
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Pam Hill Joins Bruce Wilson & Company
SCOTTSDALE, April 20, 2020 – Bruce Wilson & Co., a consulting and executive coaching firm and peer group organization today announced that brand awareness consultant, Pamela Hill, will join the team to manage and execute client-centric initiatives and special projects. Pam’s extensive experience in the landscape industry—with U.S. Lawns and Oyler Consulting Services, her years […]
Read MoreBelieve, Buy & Bite
Listen, I get it, no one likes the word “sales” but we want to make more money, revenue, cash, or sell more of what we do. The truth is, everyone in an organization is involved one way or the other in selling. From company owner to account manager to the receptionist on the phone, every member […]
Read MoreWhat Emerging Leaders Need to Know
When I talk with young entrepreneurs and new landscape business owners, the question I’m most often asked is: What are your secrets for success and how do I avoid failure? Or, given failure, how do I rebound when my big idea turns out to be a dud? Here’s my list of the best things I […]
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