Continual Improvement

This post explores how professionalism and mediocrity have evolved in today's cultural and business landscapes, and highlights actionable insights on how we can and must pursue a culture of excellence in the workplace.

Explore the journey of shifting from incremental to exponential growth, fostering innovation through social capital, divergent thinking, and elevation.

This blog post explores how to be a good citizen, worker, and family member. It provides practical strategies for growing in respect for self and for others, for fostering desire, healthy communication, and lifelong learning to enhance personal and professional relationships.

In this episode of Resilience Talk, join Paul Spencer as he explores the critical yet often overlooked concept of business valuation. He discusses the importance of lifting our heads above daily operations to understand what truly adds value to our businesses. This conversation offers essential insights for business owners navigating the landscape of growth and preparing for the future—especially in the context of family enterprises.

Striving for perfection can often become a stumbling block rather than a stepping stone to success. The "perfection trap" delays product releases and stifles innovation, as companies focus on endless tweaks rather than real-world feedback. In this blog we explore practical strategies to break free from this mindset, emphasizing the value of continuous feedback and iterative development to create products that truly resonate with users and meet market needs.

The idea of building wholehearted organizations couldn’t be more important right now. These organizations not only prioritize business success but also deeply care about their employees, customers, and the larger community. In this post we will dive into the transformative power of creating wholehearted organizations and how they can nurture resilience and contribute to the broader societal fabric.

I want to dive deeper into a theme we explored in our last episode of Resilience Talk (episode 18): the generational conflict in how we perceive business operations and familial language in a professional setting. Many of you might recall our discussion about how younger generations often feel triggered by the older generational view of business as “family.” However, a recent blog post by David Heinemeier Hansson (DHH) from 37signals provides a fresh perspective.

Over many years of working with businesses and family enterprises, there’s been one topic that surfaces—implicitly or explicitly—again and again. And that is the difference in perspectives across generations. It’s a theme that’s both challenging and enriching for the workplace (and family!) dynamics. In episode 18 of the Resilience Talk podcast we explored some of these differences in perspective across the various generations, from boomers, to Gen X, to millennials, and to Gen Z.  I the post I want to highlight just a few of the major areas of discussion from the episode.

I’m back with part two of our deep dive into the Harmonics Way principles, a cornerstone of our philosophy at Pomiet and a framework I hold dear. Last time, we ventured from the bottom up, exploring the concepts of embracing complexity and fostering better collaboration. It’s important to note, however, that there’s no hierarchy in the importance of these principles—each is a vital piece of the puzzle in building a harmonious work environment.

Developed alongside my friends and business partners Rob Keefer and Stacy Sheldon, the Harmonics Way Principles emerged from the culture and philosophies we nurtured at Pomiet. Our aim? To encapsulate the essence of achieving peace of mind in everyday technologies and healthcare solutions. Originally born from a blog in the ’90s, these principles have evolved into the core pillars that guide our interactions, decision-making, and overall approach to business and technology.

In this video, I provide an overview of the U.S. Department of the Treasury Bureau of Fiscal Service. I discuss the importance of understanding the economics of things as we plan for the future. I highlight the fiscal year 2023 and the income taxes, payroll taxes, and corporate taxes involved. I also discuss the outlays, deficit, and the non-discretionary expenses such as Social Security, Healthcare, and National Defense. Additionally, I touch on the net interest and its potential impact on our debt. This video aims to raise awareness and encourage preparation and planning.