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What's it like to work with a Great Coach?

Have you ever had a conversation that changed the way you saw yourself—or the world—forever?

That’s what working with a great coach can feel like.

A great coach doesn’t hand you answers. They help you discover them. They help you gain clarity, build momentum, and step into your potential with confiden...

10.28.25 07:00 AM - Comment(s)

Coach, Mentor, or Consultant : Which One Does Your Business Need?

By Dave Koshinz

Clarity is the first kindness.

Every leader eventually reaches a point where they know they need help — but what kind?

A sounding board? A guide? A specialist who can fix a pressing problem?

Understanding the difference between a coach, a mentor, and a consultant can save you time, money, and fru...

10.21.25 07:50 AM - Comment(s)

Why 82% of Small Businesses Fail?

By Dave Koshinz

Sarah had everything going for her — a brilliant product, loyal customers, and 18 months of steady growth. Then, almost overnight, her boutique marketing agency shut down.

The cause? Not competition. Not a bad economy. Not even a pandemic.

It was cash flow.

Sarah’s story isn’t rare. In fact, it’s happe...

10.15.25 11:31 AM - Comment(s)

How to Give Advice Without Breaking Trust (Leadership Lesson)

By Dave Koshinz

Can I Give You Some Unsolicited Advice...?

That phrase makes me cringe.

The first time someone asked me that, I felt my shoulders tighten before they even finished the sentence. I braced myself, like I was about to be hit with a “truth” I didn’t want to hear. And honestly, I’ve caught myself doing the...

09.30.25 10:24 AM - Comment(s)

Why Your Success Depends More on Relationship than Strategy

By Dave Koshinz

Today I had the joy of sitting with my friend and mentor, Mariann. As we laughed together, I was reminded once again of a truth I’ve experienced throughout my life: success and happiness are more closely tied to our relationships than to any strategy, skillset, or circumstance.

Mariann has been part ...

09.22.25 05:08 AM - Comment(s)

No Leader Has it All Together- They Just Pretend Better.

By Dave Koshinz

I still remember the first time I got it, once again I had snapped at someone on my team.

It had been a long week, and a small frustration pushed me over the edge. My words came out sharper than I intended. Their face dropped, and I knew I’d crossed a line.

In that moment, I had two choices. Pretend i...

09.15.25 09:05 AM - Comment(s)

Whack-A-Mole Leadership: Why too many priorities wear you out?

By Dave Koshinz

Wandering through an arcade in the 1980s, you would have come across Whack-A-Mole. A simple wooden cabinet with a padded mallet, five or six holes, and mischievous moles popping their heads up just long enough to get smacked. The rules were simple—hit the mole before it disappeared. The faster ...

09.10.25 05:32 AM - Comment(s)

Why is starting so hard with ADHD (And how to make it easier?)

By Dave Koshinz

A Student Founder Tackling ADHD With a Mood-Based To-Do App

Have you ever sat at your desk, heart racing a litte, knowing exactly what matters but not quite able to start? Today I met with someone who’s turning that moment into momentum.

Alex is a brilliant 23-year-old entrepreneur in Western Washingt...

09.04.25 08:06 AM - Comment(s)

The Hardest Leadership Choice: Integrity vs. Opportunity

By Dave Koshinz

It was a frosty January morning. As we walked, the ice crystals crunched under foot. It was a strange meeting. He had sought me out, and in the privacy of our walk he offered me a deal.

A government contract was on the table—so big it could have transformed my business overnight. We’re talking life-c...

09.01.25 08:00 AM - Comment(s)