By Stacey Saunders Business Coach Consultant, Saunders Consulting Private equity (PE) investments often focus on financial metrics—profit margins, EBITDA, and growth trajectories. However, the most successful PE-backed businesses recognize that long-term value creation goes beyond the numbers. A people-centric approach to private equity readiness ensures that leadership, culture, and talent strategy align with financial goals, driving… Read More

By Thelma Adams Founder, TYK Enterprises and Sr. Consultant, Vantage Advantage Network. Over the past decade, I’ve not only optimized multiple companies but successfully navigated two private equity transactions, with a third on the horizon. Through this journey, I’ve discovered that the mindset needed to attract PE investment is fundamentally different from what makes you… Read More

In the business world, leaders often say ‘What gets measured, gets done.’ As a parent, ‘inspect what you expect’ has served me well. Both sayings remind us that success in life and business isn’t just about having a great product or service, a compelling vision, or even a talented team. Success demands understanding how to… Read More

Every business eventually faces a critical moment—either it scales efficiently or gets stuck in inefficiencies that slow growth. The key differentiator? Strong, well-documented processes. Companies that thrive do not rely on individual expertise or workarounds; they build structured systems that support long-term expansion. The High Cost of Inefficiency Many small and mid-sized businesses operate on… Read More

In a much watched and anticipated case, global ride-sharing giant, Uber, and its drivers recently reached a settlement agreement containing many monetary and non-monetary aspects, including the establishment of a $100 million fund. One critical aspect of the proposed agreement, currently awaiting approval by a California Judge, is that Uber’s drivers will continue to be… Read More