Implementer Posts
The Difference Between an EOS Implementer and Business Coach
“So, you’re a business coach?” Ever since I became an EOS Implementer, I get this question all the time. The answer? Not exactly, but kind of! Most people have a tendency to lump coaches, consultants, and EOS Implementers all into the same category. And it’s true that we do all work to help businesses grow! But why do I call myself an EOS Implementer and not a business coach or consultant? It’s because as an EOS Implementer, I use the Entrepreneurial Operating System’s holistic system, practical tools, and timeless concepts to help you get MORE from your business. My Personal Experience Personally, I started off as a business consultant. Then I quickly realized that I did not GWC (Get it, Want it, Capacity to do it) this role. No matter how hard I tried, I couldn’t stop teaching people the tools so that they were empowered to grow and break
How to Build a Stronger Company Culture
It’s no lie that at the root of what makes an organization a great place to work is a strong organizational culture. Many organizations pride themselves in claiming to be a great place to work, but behind the pool table in the break room and free lunches on Fridays, their culture is severely lacking, or even toxic. This leads to a constantly revolving door of employees, making it hard to ever truly grow. If you want to know the truth—great employees don’t stay at a company for the money or the cool perks, they stay for its culture. Now, more than ever, there is a lot of conversation surrounding culture. What is it? How do we create a good one? Building a healthy and strong culture doesn’t just happen overnight, and it comes with a lot of growing pains along the way. The Entrepreneurial Operating System can help you on
Getting More From Your Business With Less
Prior to the COVID pandemic, I had been working with the leadership team of a mid-sized tech company that was doing $20 million per year with 50 employees. The integrator made some unexpected and positive discoveries during COVID that made the company leaner, stronger, and more profitable. Making Smart Moves During COVID When COVID hit, they were forced to work remotely. The leader of the project management department made the decision to bring all of his people together for their weekly Level 10 Meeting™ in order to offset the isolation of being remote. Previously, he had two levels in his department with a layer of bosses that were primarily regionally focused. At the time, it was intended to be a temporary move, but he realized that there was no longer a lot of value in that extra layer of management. That’s because everyone was joining one call and operating as one team.
Fall In Love with EOS: The 90-Minute Meeting
When I talk to people considering implementing the Entrepreneurial Operating System into their business or organization, there can be a lot of hesitation before they make the leap of faith to do it. Some of the things I typically hear are: What even is EOS? How do I know if EOS will work for me? I need to change some things in my business before I implement EOS. What does it need from me to be successful? I’m too busy to add one more thing to my plate. I don’t want to waste your time, Barb. My reply? It is never a waste of time. If you think it could be of interest to you and your leadership team, I’m happy to give you my time to share about EOS. And that is also why the EOS Process starts off with a free, introductory 90-Minute Meeting meant to help you
Vulnerability is a Leader’s Greatest Strength
For business owners and leaders, being vulnerable is often seen as a weakness. Building a business leader is a tough job and it’s natural to want to appear confident and in control, even when we aren’t. However, the leaders who are prepared to showcase their vulnerability are more effective than those who don’t. Being Vulnerable is Tough for Leaders We’re all human and no one is perfect, yet as leaders, entrepreneurs, or business owners, we all try to be. That’s why most of us have a hard time admitting to our mistakes or seeking help. You aren’t always going to have the right answer to every problem and sometimes, things might not go the way you planned. And that’s okay! The best leaders are the ones who have the courage to admit that: I was wrong about something. I don’t know the answer. I need help from someone else. As
How to Prep and Crush Your 2021 Goals
The new year is officially here! You and your team have hopefully had the chance to refocus and recharge and you’re ready to start tackling the new goals you’ve set. But how are you going to do that? How are you going to stay accountable in making sure you achieve them? This is the biggest problem I see with businesses when it comes to annual planning and goal setting. Teams sit down, set goals, but then the traction that they gained fizzles out because no one was held responsible for achieving them. Then they repeat the process, year after year, stifling progress and never seeing the results they are waiting for. The Entrepreneurial Operating System provides a way for organizations to instill focus, discipline, and accountability throughout their entire team so that everyone is working to achieve their goals every single day. Looking to crush your 2021 goals this year?