Mike Philie

After decades in the printing industry, owners face the choice of staying or seeking a new challenge. Here are some things to consider.

Much like a skilled physician, business owners must assess the severity of problems to determine the best treatment.

Business transformation is hard. Here are five steps senior management teams can take to avoid failure to lift off.

Utilize these steps to uncover the blind spots in the day-to-day happenings of your business, and foster a more effective environment.

One of the best ways to reignite engagement in your team is to take a look in the mirror and reconnect with your own goals.

Managing multiple spinning plates has become table stakes for most leaders. Here are some ideas to improve business and find balance.

Engaging in meaningful conversation with a prospect can enhance your ability to differentiate your business. Here are examples.

Balancing client retention and acquisition is essential for printing companies. One strategy may be to create a parallel sales effort.

Companies go out of business because they run out of cash. Here are some ideas to help prevent this and properly manage cash flow.

This article lays out four main points, that if followed, can enable printing companies to position themselves for success.

Aligning your sales approach with your company’s current environment may be necessary for continued success in a disruptive economy.

Transitioning a family business requires patience and a long-term perspective to preserve the family legacy and ensure success.

Like athletes, business leaders excel by stepping out of comfort zones, challenging themselves, and seeking guidance from coaches.

It’s crucial to foster a team-based culture and prioritize customer experience, while also working to eliminate roadblocks.

Business history provides valuable insight. Here are four lessons that come to mind when I think of companies that are no longer here.