Here’s a powerful question to consider: How many of your current team members would you enthusiastically rehire today? 

A-players not only thrive but also inspire others to perform at their best. They create an environment where growth and innovation flourish.  But how do you identify, measure, and strengthen a culture that attracts and retains these top performers? 

In today’s fast-paced world, achieving sustainable business growth requires more than just hard work; it demands smart strategies. Two of the most effective strategies I share with clients are tracking and understanding data and systemizing operations. But what does it look like to apply these in real life? Today, I want to share a story of two businesses—one that embraced these strategies and another that didn’t—and the vastly different results they achieved. 

That’s when Sarah decided to take action. She reached out to MCSquared Coaching and signed up for a free Business Health Assessment. Little did she know, this would be the turning point that helped her increase her growth potential and company value significantly. 

Strategic planning is the backbone of any thriving business, providing a roadmap for sustainable growth and success. Recently, on the podcast "Beyond Wealth: Success Unscripted," Matt Calnan spoke with Merin Coutts, founder of MCSquared Coaching, to dive deep into the nuances of strategic planning. With over 15 years of experience, Merin has guided countless businesses through the complexities of crafting a clear vision and executing with precision. 

In the fast-paced world of entrepreneurship, time is a precious commodity. The ability to manage it effectively can make the difference between success and failure. Today, we’re sharing a compelling story of how one business owner transformed their operations by mastering time management, along with lessons learned from a less fortunate example.

Acadia Group of Companies, a diversified engineering and construction firm serving the prairies, faced challenges in gaining alignment and organizing strategic initiatives into manageable, actionable tasks. The desire to streamline operations, enhance governance, and prepare effectively for the Best Managed Companies (BMC) program led to significant changes and improvements.

Company culture is the backbone of any successful business. It defines how employees interact, make decisions, and align with the company's vision and goals. A strong, aligned company culture can propel a business to new heights, while a lack of defined culture can lead to confusion, low morale, and failure. In this post, we explore both sides of the coin through real-world examples.

Delegation is a critical skill for any business owner or entrepreneur aiming to scale their business. When done correctly, it empowers your team, drives productivity, and allows you to focus on strategic growth. However, poor delegation can lead to inefficiency and burnout. Let’s explore the key principles of effective delegation through real-life stories of success and lessons from failure.

I want to share a story that embodies the essence of scaling a business with selling as the ultimate endgame. It's a tale of perseverance, effective strategic planning, and the invaluable role that tools like systems and valuation assessments played along the way. 

In the entrepreneurial world, where uncertainty is the only certainty, strategic planning emerges not just as a planning tool but as a compass. It's the process that aligns your daily actions with your ultimate aspirations – your ENDGAME, ensuring every step you take moves you closer to your vision. The path of an entrepreneur is often riddled with the temptation to act on impulse, to chase the next shiny opportunity without a second thought. Here, I delve into the essence of strategic planning for entrepreneurs, underscored by a story of triumph and a cautionary tale of oversight. 

In the whirlwind of running a business, I've often felt time slipping through my fingers like sand. It's a feeling many of us share, I believe. Here are my three game-changing time management strategies that have transformed not just my schedule, but my entire approach to work and life.

My own personal vision has always been to help business owners not just dream big, but to also equip them with the tools to turn those dreams into reality. To enrich the quality of life & elevate the success of every business owner. This vision has been a guiding star, leading me to focus on the essential: building a business that not only thrives today but is also primed for a successful tomorrow.

As a business owner, you want your company to reach its full potential and be worth the most it can be. But where do you start? The first step in the journey is to determine your end game. Are you looking to sell your business, transition it to someone within the company, or pass it down to your family? Having a clear goal in mind is essential for success.

Why is making your business less dependent on you beneficial?

Most businesses become successful because of the insight, skill, and experience of the owner. So why is it important for you, the business owner, to step back?

If you’re trying to figure out what your business might be worth, it’s helpful to consider what acquirers are paying for companies like yours these days.

Summer is here, and although it may seem strange, now may be the perfect time to find some holes in your company as a way to increase the value of your business. Wild idea right?