by Lea Strickland | Jun 6, 2025 | Business Articles, Capability, Leadership
Leadership that reshapes the world demands courage, decisiveness, and an unrelenting commitment to action. This article distills key lessons from that era, focusing on strategies that any leader can apply to inspire, disrupt, and achieve transformative results....
by Lea Strickland | May 24, 2025 | Business Articles, Business Growth, Capability, Customer, Small Business, Strategy, Vendor Relations
SMEs Standing Out in the US Manufacturing...
by Lea Strickland | May 23, 2025 | Business Articles, Capability, Marketing, Sales and Business Development, Strategy
As global supply chain disruptions, geopolitical tensions, tariffs, and rising offshore costs challenge manufacturers, many companies are onshoring or reshoring manufacturing to the United States. This shift, fueled by government incentives like the CHIPS Act,...
by Lea Strickland | May 13, 2025 | Business Articles, Business Growth, Capability, Credibility, Customer, Opportunity, Small Business, Start-up, Visibility
Effective customer acquisition is the lifeblood of a new business, especially in its early stages. When customers organically discover and buy your products or services, it proves your business is viable. Early wins can mislead you. The real challenge isn’t attracting...
by Lea Strickland | May 6, 2025 | Business Articles, Business Growth, Capability, Change Management, Competitiveness, Economy and Economics, Entrepreneur, Marketing, Sales and Business Development, Small Business, Small Business, Viability
Trump’s tariffs and economic strategy have refashioned the global trade landscape. These tariffs have sent ripples (and, for some, tsunami-like waves) through markets, creating challenges and opportunities. For U.S. businesses, small and large, these tariffs...
by Lea Strickland | Apr 16, 2025 | Business Articles, Capability, Operations, Small Business, Start-up
The first year of business is exhilarating and overwhelming at the same time. You’re excited about the potential and eager to prove your idea’s worth. You may also be simultaneously anxious to be your boss and scared of leading the organization; your money...
