From tradesperson to business leader. Many new businesses are initiated when a skilled tradesperson decides to leave their position in their trade. Currently an employee for another entrepreneur, he wants to begin practicing that occupation under his own business name. Frequently, this transition is fueled by his desire for more[Read More…]
Steve Byler
Steve Byler was born and raised in the Shenandoah Valley of Virginia and has spent the core of his career in the world of sheds, first with the family business Byler Barns and more recently as a part of Ulrich Lifestyle. From building to delivery, from sales to management to rent-to-own, he has worked in all facets of the business. Today he works primarily as a speaker, leadership coach, and Professional Implementer for EOS Worldwide.
Knowing Your Numbers
How Scorecards and Financial Data Build Confidence in Your Business Running a business is hard work. Typical businesses deal with manufacturing challenges, the challenges of sales and marketing, and the logistics of distribution to lots and customers. With so much going on, many leaders feel like they are always reacting[Read More…]
Seven Keys to Strengthening Engagement in the Workplace
What are leaders and managers to do when they see low levels of engagement among employees? Imagine with me for a moment that you have hired what you believe to be a “rock-star-potential” employee for your business. He brings incredible talent to your team: experience, transformational ideas, a stellar track[Read More…]
Confidence: A Cornerstone of Effective Leadership
In May 2024, I spent two weeks walking solo on the Camino in Portugal and Spain. When I decided to commit to this venture, I saw it as a break from the weighty role of leadership and the associated care for people that is such an intrinsic part of leadership.[Read More…]
‘Grow or Die’: Myth or Reality?
Business growth must be intentional and serve your intended end goal. Many of you have heard and even used the phrase “grow or die” as a motivational call to continued growth in business. It has been used to inspire and motivate our quest to continued progress, to never letting up,[Read More…]
Avoiding Death by Complexity
Three ways simple businesses grow more complex and how to adjust so the businesses thrive and not die.
Three Questions for Challenging Seasons
In softer market conditions, it’s important for leaders to examine three areas of business: strategy, people, and focus.
Taking Care of Your People
Building a workplace where employees thrive is one of the greatest values a business owner can bring to the marketplace.
Five Questions Every Family in Business Must Answer
Giving adequate and timely attention to these five questions can help to set up your family business for success into the next generation.
The Family Business
There are many unique opportunities for families who own and operate businesses, but there are also challenges that must be addressed for these businesses to be a blessing and not a source of family conflict.
