“Marc, I can sell, and I can build but the rest of it is killing me.”

I had just finished telling a friend that I had decided to end my collegiate teaching career and I asked how his business with his sons was going and he made the statement above. He then shared additional details of his frustrations and concerns, and his angst was palpable. I told him I would be done teaching in a few months, and I would come help him. This big former Marine cried and told me how much that would mean to him.

I had considered consulting before, (despite not liking the word and connotation – I always imagine Bob and Bob from the movie “Office Space”) but had the opportunity to teach full-time and thought I could manage it on my summers off. The learning curve into full-time teaching did not allow me the margin to have a side hustle, but now I find myself in a place where I do have the availability to share my professional experience and wisdom.

I care deeply about family-owned businesses because they bring so many benefits to our communities – Meeting market needs, providing opportunities for employment, offering places to be innovative, and encouraging instruction on hard work, service, sacrifice, and investment.

These benefits don’t exist without a strong and profitable business; and in today’s ever-changing economy that can be a challenge. What got you to where you are today may not be adequate for “tomorrow” and most likely is not sufficient 3-5 years out or less.

“Tell me, I’ll forget; Show me, I may remember; But involve me, and I’ll understand.”

This is the primary approach I take with those that enlist my help. Take advantage of talking to me for two hours free to uncover the root of what you need assistance with. I don’t “sell” my knowledge, I share and let you decide. (Daniel Pink’s book “To Sell is Human” suggests that in this day and age “We’re all in sales now” Ch 1).

Learn more about my core values and professional experience to know if I’m a good fit for your business needs.