Why I Overcomplicate My Own Business
But Give Great Advice to Everyone Else… We spend our days helping founders untangle messy people problems, clarify strategy, and build systems that actually scale. We see the patterns. We know the moves. We can walk into someone else’s business and, within 20 minutes, tell you where things are stuck and what to do next. […]
Will AI Eliminate Consultants? Only the Ones Who Aren’t Really Consulting.
The rise of AI has sparked a lot of chatter—and anxiety—about the future of consulting. Can ChatGPT write a strategy deck? Sure. Can AI generate org charts or job descriptions? Absolutely. And does that mean the value of consulting is going down? For some, yes. For others, this is the moment to shine. We believe […]
The Hardest Part of Business – Saying No
As a business owner, you start with a simple vision: build something great. But as your business grows, so do the opportunities, distractions, and tough decisions. Suddenly, you’re saying yes to everything—new clients, new products, new strategies—until your focus gets stretched too thin. Why Is It So Hard to Be Laser-Focused? Because when you’re building […]
Time to take our own medicine!
Ever heard the phrase, “Do as I say, not as I do?” Yeah, we have too. And if we’re being honest, too many consultants (LIKE US) are guilty of exactly that when it comes to their own businesses. We work with organizations every day to help them build strong teams, create seamless hiring processes, and […]
The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly of Hiring Family and Friends in the Early Stages of Business
When you’re in the scrappy, messy, thrilling early stages of building your business, hiring family and friends can feel like a no-brainer. They’re the ones who believe in you, they understand your vision (or at least tolerate your constant rambling about it), and they’re often the most accessible option. But let’s be real—what seems like […]
Stop Assuming. Start Asking.
Founders and CEOs, let’s be real: how much time do you spend spinning scenarios in your head, trying to solve problems that might not even exist? It’s easy to get caught in the trap of assumptions. You think you know what your team wants, what your customers need, or why a project is stalling. But […]
Breaking Barriers to Unlock Growth
Growth is messy. When the usual paths to success are drying up, it’s tempting to double down on what’s worked in the past. But real leaders know that the future doesn’t live in yesterday’s strategies. At Hire.Train.Inspire., we challenge leaders to think differently. Growth happens when you’re willing to push boundaries and reimagine what’s possible. […]
How Hire.Train.Inspire. Recreated Itself in 2024
This has been a transformative year for our team. We’ve reimagined how we operate, proving that scaling down doesn’t mean scaling back—it means leveling up. With a smaller, more focused team, we’ve harnessed the power of AI and efficiency tools to deliver better results, faster. Here’s how we’ve shifted from tedious tasks to meaningful client […]
Blue Light is Everywhere and it’s Hurting Us
Over the past few years, I’ve been increasingly curious about how our environment, particularly artificial lighting, impacts our health and performance. Recently, I came across the work of neurosurgeon Dr. Jack Kruse, and his insights into blue light have been eye-opening. The Hidden Danger of Blue Light We’re all surrounded by blue light. It’s in […]
A Few Thoughts on How to Optimize Your 1:1s (and Your Life)
As leaders, we sometimes forget that the small, consistent actions we take can have a huge impact. That’s especially true when it comes to 1:1 meetings. They’re not just check-ins; they’re opportunities to connect, offer clarity, and drive real progress. So, before we send you on your way to mastering your 1:1s, here are a […]