4 Ways to Conquer Today:

 

Audit Your Spending: Where’s your money going? Is it building your vision or feeding your ego? Thank Someone: Text or call a team member or mentor who helped you get here. Gratitude keeps you grounded. Say No to One Distraction: What’s eating your time or energy? Cut it today. Set a Humble Goal: Choose one small thing to work on that reminds you of your grind."If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together.”

The constant challenge of “doing more” with constrained resources in the face of increasing competition.

We are passionate about improving the performance of our businesses through shared experiences and knowledge. 

• Better insight into your own business as well as the economy at large which will help you to compete and excel
• New perspectives to stimulate fresh ideas about your opportunities and challenges
• Enhanced skills to facilitate ongoing learning and performance improvements
• A confidential sounding board comprised of experienced executives for both everyday and strategic decisions

A quick 10-minute conversation is all we need to explore your business benefits, you pick the time and invite anybody you wish to attend.     

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Thank you.

Larry Potter 

Senior Advisor

Are you stuck in the weeds?

 

You know, chasing those $10/hour tasks while your $1M vision sits on the sidelines?

If you’re trying to do it all, let me give it to you straight: micromanaging isn’t the flex you think it is. It’s the anchor that’s dragging your business down.

The Secret

 

You ever wonder how some people keep climbing higher, landing big deals, and living life on their terms—while others stay stuck, grinding with no real progress?

Here’s the thing: it’s not luck, and it’s not magic. It’s something most people overlook entirely.

The secret lies in the small, consistent actions they take every day—habits that either build them up or quietly hold them back.

IPOs

 An initial public offering, or IPO, is the process of a private company becoming public. In an IPO, a company puts up shares of the company on the stock market for the public to purchase.

 

IPOs often have all the pomp and circumstance of a graduation ceremony, as they are one of the biggest milestones a company can achieve. From Apple in 1980 to Reddit in 2024, every public company has gone through an IPO at some point.

 

How It Works

If a company wants to go public, it must participate in a lengthy IPO process—which can take months or even years.

 

This includes filing a registration form (called the S-1 or prospectus) with the US Securities and Exchange Commission. S-1s reveal previously private details about companies to the public, often for the first time. Any company that wants to IPO also must meet all the SEC and exchange listing requirements. You can explore any public company’s filings here.

 

To begin the process, a company hires investment bankers (who earn roughly 7% of the IPO’s gross proceeds) to help set the organization’s target valuation range—an estimate of how much the company is worth—and schedule an IPO date. From there, the bankers market the IPO to hedge funds and other large potential investors.

 

The bankers make the final decision on who to sell the shares to by the night before the company’s IPO date. They’ll receive hundreds of bids and decide which of these bidders will make the best group of initial investors—they’re usually looking to balance price and the desire for longer-term investors who won’t sell their shares on day one. Typically, the bankers want the shares to go up in price during the first day of trading, so they tend to underprice their value going in.

 

The IPO "prices" that night, then hits the market the next day where anyone—including individual or retail investors—can buy shares. See a calendar of upcoming IPOs here.

 

The amount of money the average IPO raises varies significantly each year. In 2021, the average IPO raised roughly $354M, whereas in 2022, when the IPO market had cooled, the average was about $98M.

Ask insightful questions...

Open-ended questions help clients articulate their concerns and desires. 

This approach not only shows empathy but also provides you with insights to guide them better. 

Highlight their control: Reassure clients that the final decision is theirs, boosting their confidence.

This empowers them to move forward, reducing the fear of making mistakes.

Analyze Thoroughly

Once you've gathered diverse feedback, it's crucial to analyze it thoroughly. 

Identify common themes and consider how they align with your strategic goals. 

Are there areas where multiple sources have pointed out the same issue? If so, that's a clear indicator of where your strategy could be strengthened. 

By analyzing feedback in depth, you can create a targeted plan for personal development that directly addresses the areas most critical for your brand's growth.

Embrace Feedback

 

Embracing feedback is the first step in using it to bolster your reputation in strategy. 

Understand that constructive criticism is not a personal attack but a means to improve. When you receive feedback, listen actively without becoming defensive. Reflect on the comments and discern which parts can be used to refine your strategic thinking and execution. 

This openness to growth signals to colleagues and clients that you are committed to excellence and continuous improvement.

The Power Of Morning Thoughts

Ever wake up and find your mind already running at full speed? Before you’ve even had your first sip of coffee, you’re already thinking about a million different things.

It’s like your brain hits the ground running the moment your eyes open. These early morning thoughts can set the tone for your entire day, whether you realize it or not.

Often our minds are flooded with worries, plans, or a running to-do list. Maybe we’re thinking about what needs to be done at work, a conversation we had yesterday, or even something as simple as what to have for dinner.

These thoughts often seem harmless, but they can actually create a ripple effect that influences your entire day.

Client Quote

 

"Our partnership with StrydeSolutions/GMG empowers our clients to dramatically reduce major line-item expenses like Hiring & Retaining Employees costs, a R&D Study and a Credit Card Audit (client can keep current provider.) They realize these savings within weeks of initial engagement, without incurring out-of-pocket costs or disrupting operations. We are thrilled to partner with StrydeSolutions/GMG to help our clients in a meaningful way and to enhance our relationships with them."

Impressed with the results, the CPA firm began recommending these cost-reduction services to its clients, creating added value through meaningful savings.

By providing a proven solution for reducing expenses, the CPA firm deepened client relationships and boosted retention.

Each client referral to StrydeSolutions/GMG now provides the CPA firm with a monthly recurring revenue stream, transforming cost savings into a long-term income source.

Take action and book a meeting with us via https://gmg.me/pages/lets-talk/143862

Larry Potter

Senior Advisor

Implement Changes

 

Implementation is where the real magic happens. 

Take the insights from your analysis and turn them into actionable changes in your strategic approach. Whether it's improving communication, refining your problem-solving techniques, or updating your knowledge base, these changes should be visible and measurable. 

As you implement these modifications, you'll not only enhance your strategies but also demonstrate a commitment to personal growth that can significantly boost your reputation.

Seek Diversity

 

Diversity in feedback sources is vital. 

Don't limit yourself to input from individuals within your immediate circle or field. Seek out opinions from a range of stakeholders, including those from different departments, industries, or even competitors. They can provide unique perspectives that challenge your strategic assumptions and encourage innovative thinking. 

This breadth of insight can help you develop a well-rounded personal brand that is respected for its inclusivity and adaptability.

Tips For Living

 1. The less you say, the more your words will matter.

2. Don't take everything personally. Not everyone thinks about you, as much as yourself does.

3. When you focus on problems, you'll have more problems. When you focus on possibilities, you'll have more opportunities.

4. No matter how much it hurts now, someday you will look back and realize your struggle changed your life for the better.

5. There will always be a reason why you meet people. Either you need them to change your life or you're the one that will change theirs.

6. Never be afraid to try something new because life gets boring when you stay within the limits of what you already know.

7. The only person you have to face in the morning is yourself.

4 Business Tips For Today

 1. Identify Your Top 3 Time-Wasters: Where are you losing hours with little return? Cut back or eliminate.

2. Drop the Script: Ditch the hard pitch. Make it about connection and see how your prospects respond.

3. Assess Your Time Investment: Look at your current opportunities and evaluate the time each one demands. Are they worth it?

4. Consistent Tracking = Consistent Growth: The more you measure, the more you can improve.

Can H2B Employees Take Advantage of WOTC?

 Yes, they can be screened, and do qualify for WOTC.  

The Workers Opportunity Tax Credit is a collection of qualifiers.  

Several of the qualifiers a H2B candidate could not meet the criteria for (i.e.: they cannot be recipients of SNAP or TANF, so therefore wouldn't meet that area of qualification for WOTC), however, there are several categories H2B employees may still fall under (i.e.: credits based on where they live, age, or having an address in a Designated Community Resident category).

YourWotc.com takes care of all of that for you!!

Isn't My CPA Already Taking Care of WOTC?

 

Many companies think their CPA or payroll company are already taking care of this for them.  Each month we work with over a thousand new companies, from our experience the vast majority of companies are either not taking these types of tax incentives at all, or they are taking only small fractions of what is available.  

If you are not completing a form 8850 with each and every new person you consider for employment, you are not taking advantage of this Tax Credit.   This process is more operational then it is accounting based.  Because most CPA's and even payroll companies are not involved in your interviewing and candidate process it's rare that this is being taken advantage of.

Old Thinking Limits New Results!!

 Upgrade your mindset like you’d upgrade your phone—outdated systems only slow you down.