Happy Father's Day

Remember on this special day that the reason we all work so hard to build the best businesses we can is so that we can provide for and enjoy what really matters - our families. Peace and happiness to all, be you Dads, Moms or just Kids.

-Mike

PS - I was lucky enough to spend the day with this little guy:

Where is Your Business Taking You?

If you're not happy with where your business is today or not certain you like where it's headed, check out my second article for the Boeckermann, Grafstrom and Mayer Wealth Management newsletter. This installment deals with the importance of Vision - getting everyone in the organization to agree on where you're going and how to get there.

As an added bonus, you'll be introduced to my Grandfather - a truly great man named Art Pfeil who's still loving life in Santa Barbara. Although I follow and write about a lot of visionary thinkers, there is no person I respect or admire more than Pop.

Enjoy and stay focused,

-Mike

Win Like John Wooden

John Wooden's string of 10 NCAA men's basketball titles at UCLA during the 1960's and 1970's was remarkable. Although the "Wizard of Westwood" clearly understands the X's and O's, his success is generally attributed to possessing a near mystical ability to get the most from his players.

As Wooden has become an acclaimed leadership guru in the business community, the UCLA Anderson School of Management established a leadership award in his name. The school recently awarded the first ever John Wooden Global Leadership Award to Starbuck's CEO Howard Schultz. Wooden marked the occasion by sitting down with the Los Angeles Times to share "Ten Tips" that will make business owners better leaders. Please do yourself a favor and read the full article. I hope it inspires you to become your best today.

-Mike