The dreaded headline on your screen was unmistakable: “Layoffs. Again.” That cold chill runs down your spine, an all-too-familiar feeling. It seems like every few months, another wave of downsizing sweeps through your industry, leaving a trail of talented, hardworking individuals in its wake. The once comforting notion of job security feels like a distant…
We often picture courage as a grand act of bravery, but it’s the quiet, everyday choices that truly define it. In the world of franchising, courage is not just about taking the leap, but also about the countless small steps that lead to it – and sometimes, the courage to step back. Maybe you’ve…
If you’re longing for meaning and purpose in your life, let’s start by redefining what purpose truly means. It’s not always a singular, dramatic calling. It’s not limited to a job title, a vocation, or even your creative pursuits. Your purpose is far more dynamic and intertwined with your very essence than you might realize.…
You packed your chipped coffee mug into a cardboard box, the echo of the office door closing a stark reminder of what you’d lost. The familiar hum of the copier faded, replaced by the deafening silence of uncertainty. You shouldered your duffel bag, the weight of medals and memories heavy on your back. The roar…
Simon Severino is an author, CEO of Strategy Sprints and Host of the “Strategy Sprints” podcast. He has interviewed powerhouse entrepreneurs like Rita McGrath, David Allen, Nir Eyal, Perry Marshall, Verne Harnish, Brian Kurtz, and hundreds more on business, productivity, and growth. He helps business owners in SaaS and Services run their company more effectively,…