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Leadership Peaks and Troughs and How to Not Get Stuck

By Coach Ernest Lewis, Communication, Emotional Intelligence, Leadership, Mindset, Uncategorized

Leadership is a rollercoaster full of highs, lows, and twists. Small business owners can ride it with more steadiness by leaning on servant leadership (serving your team first) and emotional intelligence (EQ) (self-awareness, empathy, and resilience.) Together, these tools help you process challenges, build trust,…

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Crushing Q4 Without Losing Your Mind – High Performance Business!

By Coach Ernest Lewis, Continuous Improvement, High Performance, Mindset, Strategic Planning, Success, Systems
Fall isn’t just about cozy sweaters and football, it’s your last big push before year-end. Smart business owners use Q4 to align offers with seasonal demand, set clear goals, rally their teams, and track progress. With a focused strategy, Fall can be your most profitable...
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Coach Ernie Lewis Entrepreneurship

The Truth About Entrepreneurship Readiness

By Coach Ernest Lewis, Decision Making, Leadership, Mindset, Motivation, Success
Passion and confidence aren’t the same as readiness. Many entrepreneurs leap too soon, confusing personal growth with business skills, relying on sugarcoated feedback, or overlooking real market demand. A readiness checklist, validating your idea, understanding finances, building skills, and preparing emotionally, helps you avoid failure....
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Simplify

How to Boost Business Efficiency and Profitability by Simplifying

By Coach Ernest Lewis, Continuous Improvement, High Performance, Mindset, Success, Systems
Most small business owners want freedom, not 80-hour workweeks. The secret to less stress, more profit, and happier customers is simplification. By streamlining offerings, automating admin, cutting waste, and focusing on high-margin activities, you reduce burnout, boost efficiency, and build a business you actually enjoy...
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Tough Love

Tough Love – The Secret Ingredient Your Small Business Needs

By Continuous Improvement, High Performance, Leadership, Mindset, Motivation, Success
Encouragement keeps you moving, but tough love drives real growth. In business, that means facing hard truths whether it’s admitting a product isn’t selling, refining your marketing, or rethinking team fit. Tough love isn’t negative; it’s responsibility. Success comes when you stop making excuses and...
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