What’s the economy going to do, what will the cost of borrowing be, and will you have enough people to staff your operation? And yes, what are your customers seeing in their business? All valid concerns for business leaders during uncertain times. Your options aren’t...
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Era of Bloated Paper Inventories: Job Velocity and Cash – Both are Good
The post-pandemic supply chain issues have changed the business landscape in many ways. A dramatic effect for printers has been the availability, and pricing of paper. Most companies have weathered this storm but not without the battle scars to show for it. These...
Working the Plan and Fighting Fires — Know the Difference
Creating your strategic business plan doesn’t happen by accident. It’s a huge commitment of time and resources, with the expectations of achieving your key goals and objectives. It is an intentional effort. The plan is a result of countless discussions, what if’s, and...
Why You Should Develop Your Next Level Leadership Team
Printing company owners like to say that their people are a key differentiator for them in the marketplace. They hire the best available, and have the most loyal employees around. Within that group of capable team members, there are those that stand out from the rest....
Grit and Tenacity — Part of a Leader’s Playbook
Supply chain disruptions, inflation, and staffing challenges have created headwinds for all industries, and the print world is no exception. These outside factors challenge the status quo for many businesses, and may in fact, become another inflection point in our...
Halftime Is Over. What’s the Next Play, Coach?
The players and spectators stare at the scoreboard during the game. Some hope that the clock slows down as they are behind, and need more time. The team that is ahead hopes the referees let them play so that there are no whistles and the time moves on without...