Why Have 70% of Workers “Checked Out?”

A recent Gallup poll finds that 7 out of 10 workers are “actively disengaged” at work – they’ve checked out and are only going through the motions! Customers have more options than ever before. They can acquire materials from numerous places at low prices. Technology advantages are fleeting. Your people can be your sustained competitive advantage – if they are engaged in your business. Most businesses need all hands on deck now.  Engagement is contagious …

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There’s no rest when you’re riding on flat ground.

Bob Schultek My good friend is a passionate biker, and an entrepreneur.  He often uses his cycling experience to make a point about business. We were discussing the rapid evolution of technology as a driver of competition when Mike uttered: “Intense competition is the new normal, and there’s no time to rest. Bikers prefer to ride in hilly country – it’s a hard ride up and restful ride down. But when you ride on flat …

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