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Owners Say They Want a COO…Then Keep Doing the COO’s Job

Owners Say They Want a COO…Then Keep Doing the COO’s Job

Owners Say They Want a COO…Then Keep Doing the COO’s JobFernando Miranda
Published on: 20/10/2026

Owners can unintentionally prevent a second-in-command from succeeding by keeping the decisions, relationships, and operational authority they intended to delegate. This article explains what owners must change if they want a COO to create freedom.

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You May Have More Capacity Than You Think

You May Have More Capacity Than You Think

You May Have More Capacity Than You ThinkMike Kost
Published on: 19/10/2026

A full parking lot does not always mean a shop is out of capacity. This article shows how workflow, productivity, scheduling, and bottlenecks can reveal growth opportunities before you add bays, people, or space.

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The Right Person in the Wrong Seat Is Still the Wrong Answer

The Right Person in the Wrong Seat Is Still the Wrong Answer

The Right Person in the Wrong Seat Is Still the Wrong AnswerGreg Bunch
Published on: 19/10/2026

A loyal and hardworking employee can still struggle when the role does not match their strengths or the requirements of the seat. This article helps owners evaluate role fit and accountability without turning every problem into a personal judgement.

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Your CRM Is Not a Follow-Up Strategy

Your CRM Is Not a Follow-Up Strategy

Your CRM Is Not a Follow-Up StrategyGreg Bunch
Published on: 16/10/2026

A CRM can support customer follow-up, but software alone does not create a declined-work recovery strategy. This article explains how better information, human ownership, prioritization, and measurement turn follow-up into a managed business process.

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