Strategic Planning Posts

Helping Small Business Owners Thrive – Your Referrals Can Make a Difference

Dear Friends/Referral Partners, As the year winds down, I find myself reflecting on the journey of Arnold Business Advisors and the incredible relationships that make this work so meaningful. Many of you on this list are not just contacts;... Read More »

Accidents Happen: Are You Prepared for the Unexpected?

This past week, I received a call that no husband wants to get. As I answered, my heart skipped a beat when Lisa, my wife, said, “I’ve been in an accident.” She and her mother had been coming back... Read More »

Unlock Explosive Growth with Rocket Fuel: Discover the Secret Leadership Duo

Many of you have been introduced to EOS and the book Traction. However, if you haven’t read it already, you need to pick up Rocket Fuel by Gino Wickman and Mark C. Winters. While Traction lays out the foundation... Read More »

Find Out What’s Holding Your Business Back—It Might Be You

  If you’re a business owner who’s overwhelmed by the constant demands of running your business, you’re not alone. Many business leaders find themselves trapped in the daily grind, unable to step away without worrying that their business will... Read More »

From Survival to Significance: Elevating Small Business Through Purpose

This past week, I had the opportunity to attend a conference where the Economics of Mutuality (EoM) was a central topic. As I listened to how this model encourages businesses to place purpose at the heart of their operations,... Read More »

Navigating the Phases of Your Business Journey: Growing Without Burning Out

Running a business can feel like an endless grind—constantly juggling daily operations, chasing new opportunities, and putting out fires. It’s easy to get caught up in survival mode, losing sight of the bigger picture. But just like life itself,... Read More »

The False Beliefs Around Financial Security: A Christian Entrepreneur’s Perspective

According to the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor, there are 31 million entrepreneurs in the U.S., which is about 16% of the adult workforce. However, about 55% of adults have started a business at some point in their lives, and 26%... Read More »

It’s Time to Declare Your 3rd Quarter Rocks

As we step into the third quarter, it’s time to declare your 3rd Quarter Rocks. Inspired by Gino Wickman’s “Traction,” this concept is all about focusing on the most crucial goals that will drive your business forward. Rocks are... Read More »

From “Meaningless” to Meaningful: Your Business Transformation

In my last communication, I focused in on the importance of developing a personal mission statement that ties to “what matters”.  I also offered a couple resources to assist in developing your mission statement.  If you missed this, I... Read More »

“The two most important days of your life are the day you were born, and the day you figured out why.” –Mark Twain

In our recent blog post, we delved into the critical aspect of determining “what matters” on your business transformation journey. Today, I’m excited to offer you valuable tools to aid in this discovery and present a call to action... Read More »