How Organizational Culture Drives Business Success
When you view organizational culture as a critical component of business success, its core becomes vividly apparent. It shapes behaviors, influences decisions, and ultimately impacts…
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Storm Clouds: Are they on the Horizon, or over your Head?
By Mark Klein Many small business owners are quite successful. They came up with a great idea and grew it into a thriving business.…
Cultivating Effective Leaders for Business Success
Developing exceptional leaders within a business is integral to achieving success and fostering growth. As you nurture leaders, focus on transformational leadership to inspire and…
Great Leaders Serve
by Jay Hull Who Could Object? There is a lot of great discussion these days about “servant leadership.” It sounds so generous and kind;…
The Power of Strategy in Unlocking Business Growth
In a world where businesses constantly aim for growth, understanding strategic excellence is crucial. At the heart of business strategy development is the alignment of…
Guiding the Journey to Excellence in Leadership
Embarking on the path of leadership involves more than acquiring titles; it is a journey toward transformational leadership that reshapes how you inspire and motivate…
Empowering Growth Through Strong Leadership
Discover the dynamic synergy between business leadership development and personal growth, where the journey of unlocking potential truly begins. As you navigate this path, embracing…
Seamless Business Transitions: A Roadmap to Success
Embarking on the path of business transitions requires careful navigation, involving strategic planning and the foresight to ensure a seamless shift. As you explore this…
Navigating the Complex World of Business Transitions and Succession
Embarking on the journey of business transitions and succession planning can feel daunting, yet it’s essential for the future of your enterprise. Whether you’re managing…
The Basics of Strategic Planning
By Scott Philips If you are a regular follower of the TNP blog, you are likely familiar with our strategic planning “lingo” because…
Mastering Business Transitions for Sustainable Growth
Navigating the complex landscape of business transitions is crucial for sustaining long-term growth. As you steer your enterprise through changes, whether due to market shifts…
Mastering Business Strategy for Sustainable Growth
In mastering business strategy for sustainable growth, you unlock the potential of your organization by aligning every aspect toward long-term success. This journey begins with…
Back to the Future (Planning Your Way Back to Normal)
By Scott Philips Coronavirus… enough already! We are all tired of the interruption, stress and negative impacts that this pandemic has presented for…
When You Have to Rock the Boat: Managing Transitions
By Scott Philips Change is hard. It is often the harbinger of stress, confusion, aimlessness, and at its worst – anarchy amongst employees. Change can…
Unlocking Success with Intelligent Business Strategies
Unlocking success in today’s competitive landscape requires intelligent business strategies that seamlessly integrate both innovation and analysis. You need to explore effective business growth strategies…
Mastering Business Transitions with Effective Succession Planning
Navigating the complexities of business transitions can seem overwhelming, but mastering the art of succession planning can ease this journey. You play a pivotal role…
How We Grow
By Jeff Mattson In her book The Outstanding Organization, author Karen Martin uses her 20+ years working with hundreds of successful businesses to identify four…
The Scary Truth About Family Succession
By Scott Philips The decision is always scary – ‘who in the family is capable of effectively assuming and running the family business, keeping…
Not so Basic Sales Basics!
By Scott Philips Why is revenue generation complicated? It’s complicated because every company is unique, and because there are a million marketing “tips and…
Making Business Transitions Smooth & Stress-Free
Crafting a roadmap for successful business transitions begins with a clear understanding of what lies ahead. As you embark on the journey of planning, it’s…
Telling the Hard Truth
By Stefanie Stern An interview with TNP Principals Scott Philips and Ed Johnson on the importance of having the hard conversations. Confrontation. For…
Game-Changing Business Strategies You Need
Mastering an effective business strategy is pivotal for achieving ultimate success within any industry. You begin by focusing on the broad objectives and identify what…
Unlocking the Secrets of Effective Leadership in Business
Effective leadership in business is an evolving journey that intertwines personal growth with strategic insight. To truly unlock the secrets of impactful leadership, one must…
Two Critical Mistakes Executive Leaders Make with Their Time
By Erik Chilian Everyone has an idea of what “leadership” is or what “leaders” are supposed to do. Though all leadership has commonalities, executive…
Where is There
By Scott Philips “Would you tell me, please, which way I ought to go from here?” “That depends a good deal on where…
Planning for the New Business Environment
By Scott Philips We are in a new era, giving each of us significant pause to consider the consequences. The Coronavirus has changed our…
Transformative Journeys in Business Leadership
In the realm of business leadership development, embarking on transformative journeys can dramatically shift your perspective and capabilities. As you engage in these evolutional paths,…
Empowering Future Leaders Through Personal Development
In the dynamic landscape of business leadership development and personal growth, empowering future leaders through personal development is a cornerstone for success. As you embark…
Calming Fears in the Workplace – #coronavirus
By Scott Philips What a crazy time in our world! With global health concerns, international wars and turmoil, domestic unrest, and localized mental illness…
Time to Think, Act, and Engage Differently: Courageous Leadership
By Scott Philips I’m often asked what makes a great leader; it’s one of the foundational elements of my practice. There are a myriad…
Mastering Business Strategies for Enhanced Growth
In the landscape of business strategy development, understanding and mastering strategies for growth is crucial. You are at the helm of directing your business towards…
Navigating Family Business Transitions for Success
Recognizing the unique dynamics at play in family-owned businesses is crucial when managing family business transitions and transactions. Each family business brings its own set…
The Most Important Trait That We Don’t Talk About Enough: Grit
By Stefanie Stern An Interview with TNP Founding Partner, Scott Philips Grit – a newer installation to the business world vernacular, is not likely…
Letting Go of the ‘I am What I Built’ Syndrome
By Scott Philips I’m often asked, “what is the hardest aspect of generational transition in a family-owned business?” It doesn’t take long to come…
Introducing the TNP Diagnostic for Workforce Engagement and Motivation (DWEM)
By Stefanie Stern Over the years, Scott Philips – TruNorth Partners Principal and Founder, has developed several diagnostic tools that support teams in…
Unlocking the Secrets to Growth Through Organizational Culture
Discover how deeply ingrained beliefs and behaviors shape a group’s environment, influencing everything from decision-making to day-to-day interactions. By tapping into the unique characteristics of…
Is it Really About the Money?
By Mark Klein Family run businesses are often quite successful. One or both spouses comes up with a great idea and together they build a…
How Organizational Culture Fuels Revenue Growth
In the ever-evolving landscape of business, the foundation of a thriving enterprise is often linked directly to its unique organizational culture. When you foster a…
5 Powerful Starting Points for Connecting With Your People
By Scott Philips We have found that successful organizations have a number of elements in common, including a clear vision, matched values, strong leadership,…
How a Strong Culture Translates to Higher Revenue
To foster sustainable revenue growth, you must embrace organizational culture as a key element in your business framework. It serves as a competitive advantage by…
5 Signs You Are Not Connecting with Your Team
By Scott Philips “So what?” That is my favorite question. When a leader tells me that something is important to them, my next question is,…
A Look in the Mirror
By Sheri Philips (Board Member) When one thinks of the gifts that come from holding leadership positions, one generally thinks of the triumphs of…
Aviate. Navigate. Communicate. (Part One)
By Jay Hull My mentor and friend, Mike Schmeer, is a lawyer and a pilot. I am not a pilot. I’m not at all…
Adapting & Thriving: Business Transitions Done Right
Navigating the complexities of business transitions involves detailed preparation and foresight. As you consider the future of your enterprise, strategic planning becomes essential to ensure…
Do What You Love
By Jay Hull We often hear statements like this: “Do what you love and you’ll never work a day in your life,” or, “Follow your…
Powering Up Your Business with Smarter Strategies
Exploring the landscape of business growth, you discover the transformative power of well-crafted strategies that unlock potential. These smart business strategies serve as the backbone…