Archives for July 2025

Can Remote Teams Be Held Accountable?

With remote work continuing to be an important part of the landscape in 2025, accountability remains one of the top challenges for businesses. When teams are spread out across different locations, it can be difficult to monitor progress, ensure that work is completed on time, and maintain a high level of engagement. In this article, we’ll ask the question, can businesses foster accountability in remote teams while maintaining a positive and supportive work environment? Let’s take a closer look at what must be overcome to accomplish that goal.  Embrace Flexibility and Trust Trust is the foundation of any successful remote team. Micromanagement or constant monitoring can lead to frustration and decreased morale. Instead, remote businesses should cultivate a culture of trust, where employees feel empowered to take responsibility for their work. The lines between work and personal life can be blurry. Employees may be balancing caregiving responsibilities, personal health, or other life … [Read more...]

The Hidden Obstacles in Business Sales

The sale of a business is often seen as the end of one chapter and the beginning of another, but for many, the process doesn’t go as planned. While the goal is always to reach a successful transaction, the reality is that many deals fall apart. Sometimes this occurs for reasons that are easy to overlook. These reasons can range from complex legalities to personality clashes. Even minor issues can lead to deals getting derailed.  Before anything progresses to an advanced level, most buyers and sellers must agree on a price and outline some fundamental terms. However, once these major aspects are decided, the finer details can often be the ones that cause problems for the deal. For example, seemingly minor issues like the representations and warranties clauses in a contract can lead to significant roadblocks. Even the behavior of advisers, especially during the due diligence phase, can create issues and ultimately prevent a deal from closing. Some deal experts argue that these kinds of … [Read more...]