In the Black but Not Profitable: What Business Owners Get Wrong About Profit Helping You Build Better, Together. Introduction If your bank account isn’t in the red, you’re doing okay… right? Not quite. Many small business owners fall into the trap of believing that as long as they have cash in the account or more…
How to Run an Effective Team Meeting (Even in a Small Business) Helping You Build Better, Together. Introduction Many small businesses feel like meetings are for big companies. But the truth is: effective team meetings—short, structured, and purposeful—can be one of the most powerful tools you use to build culture, communication, and consistency. Even a…
Why 5S Fails — And How to Build a Program That Lasts Helping You Build Better, Together. Introduction 5S is a simple but powerful system that organizes workplaces, reduces waste, and boosts daily efficiency. If you’ve never heard of it, think of 5S as the foundation for everything that makes great operations possible — safety,…
The Big Three: Why Most Small Businesses Struggle—and How to Fix It Posted in: Axis Points | Category: Business Growth, Operations, Leadership Running a small business is not for the faint of heart. Despite passion, grit, and long hours, only about 50% of small businesses survive five years according to the U.S. Small Business Administration….
Why So Many Small Businesses Struggle (And How to Stop It) Let’s talk about one of the biggest myths in small business: “If I just work harder, I’ll figure it out.” The truth? Hard work alone isn’t enough. According to U.S. Bank and SBA research, 82% of small business failures are caused by poor cash…
Start at the Finish: How Backward Goal Setting Builds Clarity and Momentum Goal setting is essential—but the way we approach it can make all the difference. Traditional goal setting moves forward from where you are. But what if the key to momentum is actually starting at the end? That’s where backward goal setting (also known…
Why Customer Education Is Your Secret Growth Engine Most businesses focus on marketing and sales—but what happens after the sale? Customer education is one of the most overlooked strategies for long-term success. It’s not just about teaching—it’s about empowering your customers to get the most out of your service, reduce confusion, and become long-term advocates…
You Don’t Need to Have It All Figured Out If you’re leading a business and feel like you’re supposed to have all the answers—this one’s for you. There’s a lot of pressure that comes with running the show. Whether you’re managing a team, launching your own thing, or just trying to keep momentum going, the…
Say Their Name: The Overlooked Power of Recognition in Business One of the easiest leadership tools you’re not using enough. In the scramble to grow, strategize, and survive, most business owners overlook one of the simplest, most powerful tools at their disposal: Saying someone’s name. Out loud. On purpose. In front of others. Sounds basic,…
Helping You Build Better, Together: Why Axis Success Partner Had to Happen “I’m not here to make a killing off small businesses. I’m here to make sure you don’t kill yours trying to do it alone.” – Marc Bradburry II, aka The Big Bearded Ginger Starting a business is hard. Keeping one alive? That’s even…
