Window Coverings Dilemma: Supermarket or Airport Lounge?

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Ever bought a bottle of water? You can find it for 50 cents at the supermarket. That same bottle might cost you $2 at the convenience store, $5 at a stadium, and a significant $10 or more at an airport. Same product. Same size. The only real difference? The location....

The Power of Planting Seeds

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Hey friend, You ever feel like you’re doing all this damn work — being generous, teaching what you know, doing right by people — and wonder if any of it really lands? If anyone’s even paying attention? Evidence That People Notice This week, I got three unexpected...

Team Installers vs. Independent Contractors – Trading Secrets

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Twenty years ago, the thought of handing off my installations to someone else was unthinkable. Who could possibly meet my standards? Fast forward to today, and I’ve learned that the right team doesn’t just meet expectations—they elevate them. But is building a team...

Unlocking the Full Potential of a Virtual Assistant

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Last month, I shared how strategic delegation reshaped our business, particularly through the addition of a Virtual Assistant (VA). Since then, many of you have asked, “What exactly does a Virtual Assistant do?” Today, we’re diving deeper to dispel myths,...

Leadership Evolution: Lessons from Boston to Tampa on Strategic Delegation

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After an 18-month journey of relocating Trading Up Consulting and Shades In Place Inc. from Boston to Tampa, I’m reconnecting with you to share insights from this transformative experience. Many of you have reached out asking about managing major business...

Introducing Artisan Window Fashions, our Purple Wise Partner | IWCE Conference Recap

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Today, we are excited to introduce our Purple Wise Partner, Artisan Window Fashions – located in Orlando, Florida. The Purple Wise Spot represents the highest level of sponsorship and offers maximum exposure to our community. If you believe your company could...