Author’s note: This is the story of an event that happened to me over Thanksgiving 2021. I hope you recognize and enjoy the hope, humor, and joy that I experienced, as I moved through this medical issue. At the end of the story, I detail what I learned about life, and how I intend […]
Thinking Out of the Box to Steal $128 Million
in Humor, Personal Stories/by Kenneth W. BoydWhat do you do when someone wants to pay $10,000 in cash for your car? A friend of mine was in this situation a few years ago. You don’t want to hand over title to your car if the money is counterfeit. He met the buyer at a grocery store, where the seller […]
What Are The Most Important Aspects of Digital Marketing?
in Entrepreneurship/by Kenneth W. BoydDigital marketing is something that all business owners will have heard of, but perhaps not something that they have all tried. Even if you have dipped your toe into the waters of this form of advertising, you might not have a good idea of exactly what to do and what it all means. Read on […]
NFL Playoff Quarterbacks, Film Directors, and Career Success
in Humor, Personal Stories/by Kenneth W. BoydI think many people are too hard on themselves when they assess their careers. Success hasn’t come fast enough, or not at all, or they feel that they’re chosen the wrong career. I remember standing in Barnes and Noble in the late 90s reading Forbes and wondering: Am I the only person who’s not […]
How to Find Top Talent in a Competitive Market
in Entrepreneurship/by Kenneth W. BoydFinding top talent in a competitive market can be difficult. But if you know where to look, it’s not impossible. Here are some tips for finding the best and brightest employees out there: 1. Consider what they want Top talent is often looking for opportunities that offer them things like autonomy, flexibility, […]
8 Ways to Make the Most of Your New Employees
in Entrepreneurship/by Kenneth W. BoydWe all know that training new employees is costly and time-consuming. You’ve already invested much in your trusted recruitment company to find you the perfect workers, and now the responsibility of guiding them to do their job well falls on you. However, there are many different things you can do to ensure the productivity of […]
The Tow Truck Driver and Work/Life Balance
in Humor, Personal Stories/by Kenneth W. Boyd“It’s weird- raincoats have the zipper on the other side of the coat. None of my other coats are this way.” The AAA tow truck driver managed to pull the zipper up over his coveralls. It was raining, dark, and the temperature had dropped into the low 40s. My daughter had run over debris […]
8 Things to Consider When Selling Your House
in Personal Finance/by Kenneth W. BoydYour home is your most significant investment, so you want to make sure that it sells for as much money as possible. Selling your home can get pretty stressful, so it’s important to make sure that you’re prepared for the sale of your house. Here are eight things to consider before selling your house. […]
Learn How To Dodge Downtime In Your Business
in Entrepreneurship/by Kenneth W. BoydIf you are running a company, then you always need to think about the risk of downtime. Downtime that lasts longer than a few hours could obliterate your company and cause you to struggle to keep the lights on. While your business is suffering from downtime, you could lose thousands each day that it is […]
How I Lost 15 Pounds Over Thanksgiving (A Personal Journey)
in Humor, Personal Stories/by Kenneth W. BoydAuthor’s note: This is the story of an event that happened to me over Thanksgiving 2021. I hope you recognize and enjoy the hope, humor, and joy that I experienced, as I moved through this medical issue. At the end of the story, I detail what I learned about life, and how I intend […]
Managing The Challenging Aspects Of A Construction Business
in Entrepreneurship/by Kenneth W. BoydDeadlines, demands, and danger are all common forces on a construction site. The client will have strict preferences, and you will have to meet their expectations in a range of different areas. This can make the life of someone working in this industry a very stressful one, especially if you own or manage your […]