In "Leadership Lessons Learned the Hard Way, Part I," Marine First Sergeant Paul Berry’s after-action report on Operation Iraqi Freedom offered priceless advice for business owners and managers.
In Part II, 1stSgt Berry reveals the close attention he pays to the well-being of the 200 enlisted Marines in his unit. We’ll see why looking after your people, coaching top performance, cutting through red tape, and letting savvy middle managers make the calls, are sound business leadership practices and managerial common sense in anyone’s book.
Leadership
Navigating the Complexities of Estate Planning
Estate planning is a critical process that involves organizing your assets to ensure they are managed and distributed according to your wishes after your passing. It's a common misconception that estate planning is only for the wealthy; in reality, everyone has an estate and, by default, an estate plan—whether they know it or not. However, without a deliberate and well-crafted plan, state laws may dictate the distribution of your assets, often not aligning with your personal desires. Surprisingly, statistics show that approximately two-thirds of Americans pass away without a will, the most fundamental estate planning document. This article delves into the essentials of estate planning, highlighting the importance of proactive measures to protect your legacy and provide for your loved ones.
Market Planning -- Getting The Word Out
“There are those who get things done and those who think about getting things done.”--Col. Wesley L. Fox, USMC (Ret)
Making Your Mark With The “Millennials”
Generation Y--The second-largest crop of young people in America's history, offspring of the Boomers—80 million of them, nearly 27 percent of the U.S. population—are in their late teens and 20s, and already a market force to be reckoned with.
