Root cause discovery — or how to solve business problems at their source
Right now, I’m having the absolute time of my life. I’m huddled up in Northern California’s Grand Reserve Inn with three of my clients for the inaugural Savvy Syndicate mastermind retreat. The extended time together allows for a much deeper look into each woman’s...
Do you love books? Join the Small Biz Book Club
Do you enjoy business books but struggle to apply the lessons they teach to your business or individual circumstances? It’s a common problem, one that every business owner I know struggles with from time to time. After discussing this fact with clients a few months...
The Power of Quarterly Planning in Maximizing Your Business Success
Quarterly planning is a critical component of any successful business strategy. In general terms, it involves setting goals, identifying challenges, and creating actionable steps to achieve your objectives. Whether you’re a small startup or a large corporation,...
4 Ways Growth Can be Painful in Your Business
There’s a reason we have the term “growing pains” in our collective vocabulary: growth can be painful! In your business, the periods that are the most stressful and overwhelming are usually also the periods where you experience the greatest growth and forward...
I am Gwen Bortner, business advisor and operations strategist. I help women succeed in business without sacrificing happiness by identifying their true desires and aligning their business functions.