Once upon a time, I dreamed of traveling the world as a keynoter. Now I realize I prefer leading workshops. Keynotes are great, but workshops provide a much more interactive experience. By nature, workshops are smaller, action-oriented, and leave attendees with...
Several months ago, Tonya Kubo — she runs marketing and operations around here — had me write the following on a Post-It and place it on my monitor: “I am a trendsetter…I see things before anyone else sees them.” I wouldn’t say this is...
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 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...
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,...
I'm Gwen Bortner, and I've spent 40 years turning chaotic businesses into well-oiled machines across 47 industries. Now, my team and I work with women entrepreneurs to build sustainable, fulfilling businessesaligned with their values.