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Delegation: Where Do I Start?

“If you want to do a few small things right, do them yourself. If you want to do great things and make a big impact, learn to delegate,” famously said John C. Maxwell.

I’ve spoken to hundreds of business owners. And there’s one thing I see time and time again: What they struggle with most, and what’s holding their business back from serious growth, is not a lack of business skills or a faulty product.

It’s that they’re simply not delegating enough.

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Best Buy vs. Radio Shack: Why One Failed, and the Other’s Making a Comeback

A few years ago, investors and analysts had put brick-and-mortar companies like RadioShack and Best Buy on a death watch. There seemed to be no way they could compete against the giant Amazon—with its famously low prices, virtually limitless selection, and two-day delivery options—and come out alive.

Living up to expectations, RadioShack filed bankruptcy in 2015—and again in 2017, after a futile attempt at reviving itself.

Meanwhile, Best Buy managed to pull off one of the strongest corporate comebacks in recent history.

The question on everyone’s mind is, Why?

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Live Blog of the LTB 2017 Summit

After months of planning, the stage is finally set for the highly anticipated Let’s Talk Business 2017! #LTB2017

It’s bright and early here at the luxious and supremely elegant Rockleigh Country Club in Rockleigh, New Jersey. The guests are arriving, checking in, and fueling up with what is most likely their first cup of coffee of the morning.

I’ll be blogging about the conference LIVE throughout the day. Also, be sure to follow us on Instagram @ltbsummit and Twitter @LTBsummit for more live coverage and updates throughout the day.

I’ll be your guide at #LTB2017. Don’t worry about heading off to an exclusive breakaway session or stepping out for a badly needed caffeine boost. Just hit “refresh” on the blog feed and I’ll bring you up to speed on what you’ve missed and where you should go next.

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Spotlight On The LTB 2017 Gold Sponsors

World-renowned business gurus. Strategy-focused breakout sessions. Powerful networking opportunities. The LTB 2017 Summit is a business education event like no other—designed to help you learn, grow and lead. And with September 6th just around the corner, the excitement is growing…

Can you feel it?

As the anticipation mounts and preparations are underway, we’d like to take a moment to recognize our Gold Sponsors, who have made this event possible.

(P.S. Are you registered yet? If not, head on over to ltbsummit.com before tickets sell out!)

Without further ado, meet our Gold Sponsors:

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Preparing for the Relaxation Rush

Next week, Ptex Group will be closing its doors for a few short days as our hardworking team plans to celebrate the wonderful Jewish holiday of Pesach (Passover).

The benefits of taking a break are well-documented. The ability to catch our breath, to clear our minds. Revamp and re-energize.

What is often overlooked, however, is the importance of proper preparation prior to stepping away from the hustle and bustle of our business lives. Read more