Everyone has heard the phrase: "Summer is slow for business." For owners, sales leaders, and employees, the summer months sometimes feel like an easy excuse to relax productivity. Vacations are happening, schedules shift, and conversations in offices and over Zoom meetings often include some mention of the so-called "summer lull."...
Fairways, Friendships, and Finding Balance – by Chuck Swetland
Golf has always been a big part of my life. I’m fortunate to be a member at Kenosha Country Club and to spend time on the course with friends, partners, and community leaders. This summer was no exception: I had the chance to tee it up at several outings that...
AI at Work: Why It’s Time to Get Serious
Artificial Intelligence isn’t coming to the workplace, it’s already here. According to Microsoft’s 2024 Work Trend Index, 75% of employees are already using AI at work, and 78% are bringing their own AI tools. That means teams are finding value in AI on their own and that many businesses are...