Maturity in business isn’t just about knowledge — it’s about respect.I was told recently that a competitor, whom I’ve never even met, took it upon themselves to publicly question my place in the profession. I suppose that’s one way to deal with professional insecurity.The truth is, our industry isn’t a zero-sum game. There’s room for … Continue reading Maturity in Business
SBA 7(a)
I’ve Been Around a Long Time
One of the unexpected milestones in your career is realizing your work has become “reference material” — sometimes without attribution.I recently discovered a years-old blog post by a competitor built directly from one of my copyrighted books. No credit, no permission; just copy and paste.I suppose when original thinking is hard, borrowing someone else’s work … Continue reading I’ve Been Around a Long Time
The Longer You’re In Business
The longer you’re in business, the more you realize: authority doesn’t need to argue.I recently heard that someone I’ve never met — a competitor in name only — chose to disparage me at a professional event. Not based on my work, not on my results, but on their perception of my role and worth.After 25+ … Continue reading The Longer You’re In Business
How Leadership Decisions Quietly Become Value Destruction
Leadership, risk management, due diligence, integration, and goodwill are often discussed as separate disciplines. In practice, they form a single system. When that system breaks, value erosion isn’t random — it’s predictable. Over time, I’ve written a series of posts exploring these themes from different angles. This article brings them together into one integrated framework: … Continue reading How Leadership Decisions Quietly Become Value Destruction
Highland Global Business Valuations 