The 4 Biggest Lessons Pat Learned in 2023

Pat is sharing four things he learned this year, but it might surprise you that they aren’t huge, earth-shattering lessons, but rather simple truths that could help us all.
The Current State of Mortgage Rates

Michael gives us some insight on where things will most likely settle and how lenders are reacting to current and possible future mortgage rates.
3 Steps to Getting the Most Out of this Season of Giving

Tis the season to reflect on the past year, and to anticipate what could happen in 2024.
6 Tips to Get the Most Out of Networking Events

Have you ever felt that networking events are a waste of time? It’s probably because you aren’t doing them right.
6 Lessons Learned From Hosting the Idea Collective Small Business Conference

The 2023 Idea Collective Small Business Conference happened a few weeks ago, and though it wasn’t a first-time event, Pat learned a few things. It mostly comes down to connection, community and content.
2 Billionaires Walk Into a Room…

A couple of billionaires once told me that “access to capital” was their biggest concern for small business owners. But talking about access to capital and getting capital are two different things.
Small Business Ownership for Dummies

I’m going to break down the things you need to know, on a level just right for those considering becoming first-time entrepreneurs.
The End of an Era in the Small Business Community

Something has happened in the small business community. It feels almost like a changing of seasons.
AI Goes to Washington – What You Need to Know About the New Executive Order

Earlier this week, President Biden released an Executive Order all about safety and privacy regarding Artificial Intelligence.
The Difference Between a Community and a Network, and Why One is Better Than the Other

Having a network in business is crucial, but it’s time to level up!