Competition is a double-edged sword. On one hand, it can be intimidating, creating pressure and uncertainty. On the other hand, competition can drive innovation, improve quality, and enhance customer satisfaction. While many entrepreneurs strive to be the first to market, it’s rarely the first company to enter a market that Read more…
In the tech sector, change is the normal expectation on any given day, and within the industry, very few mature business sectors exist. In any industry, not just IT or Tech, product-based companies face unique challenges and opportunities that differ significantly from those encountered by service-oriented businesses. The options for Read more…
In business, the method of funding an owner / operator chooses will significantly influence a company’s trajectory and ultimate success. If you are an executive in a small business startup, you’re likely familiar with some of the funding options available, from venture capital to bank loans. One model of funding Read more…
While some jobs are more inherently stressful than others, a poor corporate culture will make any job more stressful. These unduly stressful jobs breed toxic behavior, creating a vicious cycle that undermines employee well-being and organizational performance. Toxic workplace cultures lead to a host of negative outcomes, including employee attrition, Read more…
As I have been building my latest venture, which I will share here in the not-too-distant future, I’ve been consulting with various business leaders. It’s been interesting to observe that pre-pandemic, the top health insurance costs rarely included prescriptions for mental health-related conditions. Now, however, these treatment costs are the Read more…
Using Insights from Human Design, Enneagram, and MBTI When helping businesspeople assess needs or understand business problems, the question of team composition invariably arises. We should all be focused on surrounding ourselves with people who are better than us. Done right our teams will learn from each other and help Read more…
Impact, Recognition, and Strategies for Mitigating Burnout Leading up to the pandemic, burnout was talked about as a result of overwork. With the heightened awareness of all mental health issues and their effect on the workplace, people’s attitudes have shifted, and there’s recognition that the issues are more subtle, profound, Read more…
Focus on Polishing Strengths when Managing People The role of managers and Human Resources (HR) management, in particular, has undergone a significant evolution in recent decades. Once primarily responsible for handling employee concerns and administrative tasks, HR now plays a crucial strategic role in aligning the development of corporate culture Read more…
Excelling as a Leader in the Workplace Not all the leaders within an organization are found within management. Leaders can be anyone whose actions epitomize the behaviors we seek to emulate. While a manager receives a title that denotes their designation, the title does not automatically make them a leader. Read more…
, When managing people, it’s essential to first spot and understand their type. As discussed in “Assholes Matter,” we are all different, flawed, and imperfect! Accepting that, just like ourselves, all the people around us are works in progress engaged in journeys to become less imperfect allows us to deal Read more…
In the world of strategic planning and review, the value of an outside perspective cannot be overstated. While your internal teams bring valuable insights and expertise to the table, engaging external viewpoints can inject fresh ideas, challenge assumptions, stimulate creativity, and drive robust participation in the strategic review process. Let’s Read more…
As an advisor to senior executives, I constantly comment on the critical role that leadership plays in shaping an organization’s culture and trajectory. While most are purposeful in adopting positive behaviors to be role models for others, in recent times, we have witnessed several instances where even the most successful Read more…
Sara Vaughn, the VP Brand Leader of reMind, and I spoke recently about the upcoming reMind Psychedelics Business Forum in partnership with MJBizCon, returning to the Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino on Tuesday and Wednesday, November 28-29, 2023. If you’re planning a trip to MJBiz, or if you want Read more…
Mark Sims is the President and Chief Executive Officer of RIV Capital, and is looking to drive strong growthin the cannabis industry. Prior to joining RIV Capital, Mark served as Senior Vice President, Strategy and M&A at The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company, one of the world’s leading marketers of branded consumer Read more…
Advanced Nutrients founder and CEO Mike “Big Mike” Straumietis and I had an excellent chat about the state of the cannabis industry recently. Advanced Nutrients is an international marketer and manufacturer of agricultural, home & garden, hydroponics fertilizers, and plant nutrients. Founded in 1999, Advanced Nutrients, is the first fertilizer Read more…
22nd Century Group’s CEO James Mish joined me recently on on The Green Peak. With a strong background in synthetic cannabinoid API’s and in the traditional Pharmaceutical industry, this made for an interesting discussion. James was appointed Chief Executive Officer of 22nd Century Group in June 2020. He has an Read more…
The BAD Investment Company’s president and co-founder, Tommy Mancuso, joined me for a chat regarding smart choices when investing in the American cannabis industry. The Bad Investment Company is a registered investment adviser and ETF sponsor. They focus on identifying themes and sectors of the market that may appeal to Read more…
Eric Altstadter from the Eisner Amper Advisory Group joined me today on The Green Peak on Cannabis Radio. Eric Altstadter is an Audit Partner and Chair of the firm’s Cannabis and Hemp practice within the Manufacturing and Distribution Group. He has more than 30 years of experience working with public companies Read more…
John Mazarakis, Chicago Atlantic Real Estate Finance Inc’s Chairman/Co-Founder joined me on The Green Peak. Chicago Atlantic is a market-leading publicly traded commercial mortgage REIT utilizing significant real estate, credit, and cannabis expertise to originate senior secured loans primarily to state-licensed cannabis operators in limited-license states in the U.S. Mr. Read more…
Anuj Desai, CEO of Cannverse and the Host of the Cannabis Conversation Podcast joined me for an interesting discussion on regulatory and legal issues surrounding cannabis in the UK. Anuj is the host of Europe’s leading cannabis industry podcast, The Cannabis Conversation. He is a qualified lawyer, having worked in Read more…