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# Butler Snow Advisory Services

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- [Stone Quoted in Axial Article on Valuation Methods](https://butlersnowadvisory.com/stone-quoted-in-axial-article-on-valuation-methods/) - Butler Snow Advisory's Scott Stone was recently quoted in an Axial Forum article on the use of the discounted cash flow (DCF) method of company valuation.
- [Constant Aviation Expands Footprint with Acquisition of BSA Client](https://butlersnowadvisory.com/constant-aviation-expands-footprint-with-acquisition-of-bsa-client/) - CLEVELAND, OHIO -- Constant Aviation, offering full-service maintenance, repair and overhaul with a nationwide network, announced the completion of its acquisition of StarPort, a full-service MRO and FBO based in Sanford, FL (KSFB). Butler Snow Advisory Services represented Starport in the transaction. Stephen Maiden, President and CEO of Constant Aviation, said, “The acquisition of StarPort provides
- [Key Considerations When Prepping for Company Sale](https://butlersnowadvisory.com/key-considerations-when-prepping-for-company-sale/) - There are many important considerations that face a company’s management team in preparing for a transaction ...
- [MB Business Capital Announces $15.5 Million Credit Facility for BSA Client Tri-State Iron & Metal](https://butlersnowadvisory.com/mb-business-capital-announces-15-5-million-credit-facility-for-bsa-client-tri-state-iron-metal/) - MB Business Capital, a division of MB Financial Bank, N.A., announced it recently provided a new $15,500,000 senior credit facility to Texarkana, Arkansas based Tri-State Iron & Metal Co., Inc. ("Tri-State"), a client of Butler Snow Advisory Services, LLC (BSA). Tri-State is a third-generation, family-run business that has been in business since 1947. They are
- [Funding the Future: Options for Financing Growth](https://butlersnowadvisory.com/funding-the-future/) - When pitted against other states in the union, it’s often said that Mississippi scrapes the bottom of the barrel (or ranks at the top of a not-so-flattering list). Often overlooked, however, are conditions that can contribute overall to a favorable business climate: a strategic geographic location, tax-exempt financing programs and the nation’s lowest cost of
- [Butler Snow Advisory Adds Team Members in Memphis, Birmingham](https://butlersnowadvisory.com/bsa-adds-to-team-in-memphis-birmingham/) - Butler Snow Advisory Services continues to grow, adding new team members in both the Memphis and Birmingham markets.
- [Mike Harris Joins Butler Snow Advisory Services](https://butlersnowadvisory.com/mike-harris-joins-butler-snow-advisory/) - Seasoned business executive joins Memphis office
- [There's a Perfect Storm Approaching for Exiting Business Owners](https://butlersnowadvisory.com/theres-a-perfect-storm-approaching-for-exiting-business-owners/) - There's a perfect storm approaching for exiting business owners, and Butler Snow Advisory can help you weather the coming storm.
- [Brookhaven Medical Acquires FutureMatrix Interventional, CreatiVasc Medical](https://butlersnowadvisory.com/brookhaven-medical-acquires-futurematrix-interventional-creativasc-medical/) - Deal positions BMI as significant player in dialysis-related device market
- [Butler Snow Advisory Services Expands Into Birmingham](https://butlersnowadvisory.com/butler-snow-advisory-services-expands-into-birmingham/) - Birmingham Business Journal Coverage of Birmingham Opening
- [Butler Snow Advisory Services Expands Into Birmingham](https://butlersnowadvisory.com/bsa-expands-into-birmigham/) - Seasoned Finance Executive Scott Stone Joins Company
- [TheBiz Founder Boyce Adams Has Learned How to Face His Fears](https://butlersnowadvisory.com/thebiz-founder-boyce-adams-has-learned-how-to-face-his-fears/) - Adams is president of Columbus-based TheBiz, a start-up business accounting software company, and vice-president for Marketing and Sales for its sister company BankTEL Systems.
- [Butler Snow Advisory’s Willoughby Releases Second Book](https://butlersnowadvisory.com/butler-snow-advisorys-willoughby-releases-second-book/) - Butler Snow Advisory (BSA) is proud to announce the launch of Intentional Faith, the second book authored by BSA Principal Martin Willoughby.
- [Former BSA Principal Tapped to Lead Zenith Education Group](https://butlersnowadvisory.com/former-bsa-principal-tapped-to-lead-zenith-education-group/) - RIDGELAND, Miss., – Zenith Education Group, a newly created nonprofit provider of career school training, announced Tuesday that Troy A. Stovall, a former Butler Snow Advisory (BSA) Principal, would serve as the organization's interim president. Stovall joined the BSA team in September 2013 and advised clients nationwide as part of the firm's service offerings. Before joining BSA, Stovall founded and served as
- [BOOK BIZ: Book Has Tool to Undertand How to Motivate Employees](https://butlersnowadvisory.com/book-biz-book-has-tool-to-undertand-how-to-motivate-employees/) - BSA Principal Martin Willoughby and co-author, Carl F. Hicks, are featured by Mississippi Business Journal columnist Lynn Lofton. Lofton reviewed the duo's recent book, Unlock the Growth Potential of Your Organization. Click here to read.
- [Dr. Williams is Always Learning](https://butlersnowadvisory.com/dr-williams-is-always-learning/) - According to an American Medical Association study in 2012, 53 perccent of physicians were full or part owners of a practice; 42 percent were employees; and 5 percent were independent contractors. Of particular note is that in 1983, 75.8 percent of physicians were self-employed. This trend has continued as approximately 75 percent of physician hiring
- [Doug McDaniel Credits the Influence of His Father for Success](https://butlersnowadvisory.com/doug-mcdaniel-credits-the-influence-of-his-father-for-success/) - A critical function for leaders is to define the situation at hand for their organizations. Napoleon is quoted as saying, “The role of the leader is to define reality and give hope.” Similarly, famed GE CEO Jack Welch’s once said, “Deal with the world as it is, not how you’d like it to be.” Defining
- [Suzanne Cockroft Joins Butler Snow Advisory Services](https://butlersnowadvisory.com/suzanne-cockroft-joins-butler-snow-advisory-services/) - Butler Snow Advisory Services, LLC (BSA) is pleased to announce the addition of Suzanne McKay Cockroft as director in the firm’s Ridgeland office. She brings more than 14 years of experience in communications, business development, marketing and brand management. “Suzanne’s addition to the team further expands the range of services BSA can provide to clients,”
- [Curtis Lumber Plans to Hire 12-15 At New, $5M Store](https://butlersnowadvisory.com/curtis-lumber-plans-to-hire-12-15-at-new-5m-store/) - Butler Snow Advisory client Curtis Lumber Co. is featured in this Memphis Business Journal article, originally published October 13, 2014. Click here to read.
- [An Artistic Vision: Couple Creates Art Enterprise](https://butlersnowadvisory.com/an-artistic-vision-couple-creates-art-enterprise/) - Butler Snow Advisory client NunoErin is featured in this Clarion-Ledger article, originally published September 27, 2014. Click here to read.
- [Colby Lane Proves That Being Ready is a Great Trait](https://butlersnowadvisory.com/colby-lane-proves-that-being-ready-is-a-great-trait/) - A common trait I have found in successful leaders is a commitment to preparation. Benjamin Franklin noted, “By failing to prepare, you are preparing to fail.” On game day, well prepared athletes make it look easy. However, we know that hours of hard work went into getting ready. Legendary football coach Paul “Bear” Bryant explained,
- [BSA Names Wesley Roberts to Team](https://butlersnowadvisory.com/butler-snow-advisory-services-names-wesley-roberts-to-team/) - Butler Snow Advisory Services, LLC (BSA), a leading strategic consulting and transaction advisory company based in the Greater Jackson area – has named Wesley Roberts to their team of professionals. Most recently, Roberts served as a manager in the transaction advisory services department of Ernst & Young, LLP in Nashville, Tenn., where he managed and
- [Troy Stovall Joins Butler Snow Advisory Services](https://butlersnowadvisory.com/troy-stovall-joins-butler-snow-advisory-services/) - Butler Snow Advisory Services (BSA), a leading strategic consulting and transaction advisory company, has added Troy A. Stovall as its newest principal. Stovall brings more than 25 years of experience in technology, consulting, higher education, private equity and operations. “Troy has extensive experience and a unique skill set that will help our clients identify opportunities that will
- [Rick Gernert Joins Butler Snow Advisory Services](https://butlersnowadvisory.com/rick-gernert-joins-butler-snow-advisory-services/) - Butler Snow Advisory Services (BSA) is pleased to announce that Rick Gernert has joined as principal in their Nashville office. He brings more than 30 years of experience in the financial services industry. “Rick will bring a wealth of experience to Butler Snow Advisory,” said Matt Thornton, President and CEO of BSA. “We are thrilled about
- [Curtis Lumber Breaks Ground on New Location](https://butlersnowadvisory.com/curtis-lumber-breaks-ground-on-new-location/) - West Memphis, Ark. — Curtis Lumber officially broke ground on a $5 million store project in West Memphis on Wednesday. Project completion is expected by summer 2015 with a grand opening tentatively scheduled for July. “This is a big step for Curtis Lumber,” said President/CEO BJ Curtis. “We’re excited about expanding into this area and
- [Leadership Resolutions — Among Other Things, Following Up is Critical](https://butlersnowadvisory.com/leadership-resolutions-among-other-things-following-up-is-critical/) - The New Year brings a sense of renewal and change. Studies show that almost half of Americans make New Year’s resolutions. Unfortunately only about 10 percent of those will actually achieve their goals. As you might imagine, resolutions to improve health and finances rank at the top of the wish list. One of the key ways
- [Planning For a Successful Business Transition](https://butlersnowadvisory.com/planning-for-a-successful-business-transition/) - As a young businessperson, one of the most influential books on my thinking was Stephen Covey’s “The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People.” One of the seven habits he described was to “begin with the end in mind.” I continually come back to this important idea. As the old expression goes, “If you don’t know
- [Darden North Combines Medicine With Writing](https://butlersnowadvisory.com/darden-north-combines-medicine-with-writing/) - A few years ago, authors Malcolm Gladwell(Outliers) and Geoff Colvin (Talent is Overrated)brought to the public’s attention the 10,000 hour rule for becoming an expert. They were citing the research of psychology professor Dr. K. Anders Ericsson in which he concluded that it takes about 10,000 hours of “deliberate practice” to truly become a master
- [Bob Lomenick Gains Reputation As Industry Innovator](https://butlersnowadvisory.com/bob-lomenick-gains-reputation-as-industry-innovator/) - Thomas Edison once said, “I find out what the world needs, then I proceed to invent it.” Edison was a prolific innovator with over 1,000 patents in his name. I believe he captured the true spirit of an entrepreneur with his statement. Entrepreneurs are visionaries who are not satisfied with the status quo. While others
- [Kristian Agoglia 'Looking Great](https://butlersnowadvisory.com/kristian-agoglia/) - A few years ago, Keith McFarland wrote a book titled The Breakthrough Company, which was based on a five-year study he did of more than 7,000 companies. I like his book because it focuses on how middle market companies can achieve lasting success. Too often, business books are geared towards large global companies which has
- [David Pharr Helps Coordinate First TEDx Event in Mississippi](https://butlersnowadvisory.com/david-pharr-helps-coordinate-first-tedx-event-in-mississippi/) - I am excited to share with our readers this week about a topic I am passionate about — TED. No, not a person — I am talking about the global phenomenon known as TED, which stands for Technology, Entertainment, and Design. This week, I asked David Pharr, one of the coordinators of the first TEDx
- [David Shaw Leads Tech Research](https://butlersnowadvisory.com/david-shaw-leads-tech-research/) - In my executive coaching practice, I often analyze with my clients the constant barrage of demands on their time. One of the most influential books to me on this topic is a short work by author Charles Hummel titled Tyranny of the Urgent! For a successful leader, there are always more demands on your time
- [Paul McNeill Remained Loyal and Built A Successful Business](https://butlersnowadvisory.com/paul-mcneill-remained-loyal-and-built-a-successful-business/) - Management guru Peter Drucker is attributed the quote, “Culture eats strategy for breakfast.” His statement is often repeated to emphasize the importance of culture in building a great organization. Companies like Southwest Airlines or Zappos are some of the most well-known examples of companies that have achieved tremendous success by nurturing their culture. Zappos
- [Profiles of Risk-Takers — Polly Dement Writes Mississippi Entrepreneurs](https://butlersnowadvisory.com/profiles-of-risk-takers-polly-dement-writes-mississippi-entrepreneurs/) - When I first began writing this column, my goal was to uplift and inspire leaders and entrepreneurs around the state. By interviewing successful Mississippians and sharing their stories, I hoped to make a positive impact. For those who enjoying learning from the experiences of outstanding Mississippians, I am excited to share with you about Mississippi
- [Career Investment — T. Doug Dale Finds Success as Shareholder at Security Ballew](https://butlersnowadvisory.com/career-investment-t-doug-dale-finds-success-as-shareholder-at-security-ballew/) - Author and speaker Denis Waitley noted, “Never become so much of an expert that you stop gaining expertise. View life as a continuous learning experience.” One of things I have noticed in interviewing leaders is a common trait of a thirst for knowledge. They realize that learning is a journey and not a destination. As
- [Challenged, Inspired By Our Leaders](https://butlersnowadvisory.com/challenged-inspired-by-our-leaders/) - In the last five years that I have been writing this column on leaders, I have had the incredible opportunity to visit with leaders from around the state of Mississippi. I have been challenged and inspired by their stories. Each week I try to pass along the tips and wisdom I learn from these leaders.
- [Scherry Gilliland Leads The Rotary Club of Jackson](https://butlersnowadvisory.com/scherry-gilliland-leads-the-rotary-club-of-jackson/) - Prior to moving to Memphis, I was a member for a number of years of The Rotary Club of Jackson, which is the State of Mississippi’s largest service club. Most readers are probably familiar with Rotary, but for those who aren’t, it is an international service organization formed in 1905 with over 1.2 million members
- [Coyt Bailey Ignores Naysayers, Grows Mercury Aviation](https://butlersnowadvisory.com/coyt-bailey-ignores-naysayers-grows-mercury-aviation/) - Follow your bliss. That summarizes the philosophy of 20th century author and mythologist Joseph Campbell. In his book, Reflections in the Art of Living: A Joseph Campbell Companion, Campbell said, “If you follow your bliss, you put yourself on a kind of track that has been there all the while, waiting for you, and the
- [Back To School — Jason Walton Leading Jackson Prep](https://butlersnowadvisory.com/back-to-school-jason-walton-leading-jackson-prep/) - Whether in art, sports, academics, or business, we are inspired by excellence. We celebrate those who have the commitment to achieving the highest levels of success in their respective fields. Aristotle once said, “Excellence is never an accident. It is always the result of high intention, sincere effort, and intelligent execution; it represents the wise
- [Broadband Voice Founder Gary Watts Isn’t Afraid To Take Chances](https://butlersnowadvisory.com/broadband-voice-founder-gary-watts-isnt-afraid-to-take-chances/) - I often hear people say about a particular business or idea: “I thought of that a long time ago, but I never acted on it.” They indeed may have had an idea for a very successful business, but unfortunately, it remained just that – an idea. Novelist Andre Malraux said, “Often the difference between a
- [Tyler Raborn Finds Success and Fulfillment With Raborn Media](https://butlersnowadvisory.com/tyler-raborn-finds-success-and-fulfillment-with-raborn-media/) - If we are not careful, we can find ourselves living someone else’s version of our life rather than our own. Whether from a parent, spouse, friend or simply societal expectations, the pressure to follow a path in life that is not our own choosing can be enormous. In his 2005 commencement address at Stanford University,
- [Betts Leading Eubank, Betts, Hirn, Wood, PLLC](https://butlersnowadvisory.com/betts-leading-eubank-betts-hirn-wood-pllc/) - Brian Tracy in his book Goals! emphatically states, “Success is goals, all else is commentary.” He describes the ability to set and achieve goals as a master skill of success. I have found this to be true in the leaders I have interviewed over the years. For these leaders, goal setting is not a one-time
- [Gary Herring Building Tomorrow By Educating Today](https://butlersnowadvisory.com/gary-herring-building-tomorrow-by-educating-today/) - There is no magic formula for being a great leader. Each day brings new opportunities and unforeseen challenges. To excel as a leader takes wisdom. President Calvin Coolidge once said, “Knowledge comes, but wisdom lingers. It may not be difficult to store up in the mind a vast quantity of facts within a comparatively short
- [Everyone’s Leadership Style Unique, Says Jackson’s Patrick McCraney](https://butlersnowadvisory.com/everyones-leadership-style-unique-says-jacksons-patrick-mccraney/) - In February of 2005, I was practicing in a two person law firm when my law partner and good friend Jesse Harrington passed away. It was a time of great difficulty, and I considered what path to next take in life. I distinctly remember someone sharing with me to not make any drastic changes for
- [HE v3.0: The Retailing of Higher Education](https://butlersnowadvisory.com/he-v3-0-the-retailing-of-higher-education/) - There exist an endless number of articles, books, blogs, and interviews on the state of higher education (HE) in America. The themes are consistent – fewer resources, fewer students, bloated administrative staff, less affordability, unsustainable student debt, poor graduation rates, unimpressive employability skills and what the heck is a MOOC and why should I care. And there exist an
- [Martin Willoughby Talks with BUT GOD Ministries, Stan Buckley](https://butlersnowadvisory.com/martin-willoughby-talks-with-but-god-ministries-stan-buckley/) - Abolitionist Harriet Tubman once said, “Every great dream begins with a dreamer. Always remember, you have within you the strength, the patience, and the passion to reach for the stars to change the world.” Most of us start out life with big dreams. Too often the challenges, and even routineness of life, can cause those
- [Sense Of Mission — Patti Gandy Brings Passion to Mission First Legal Aid Office](https://butlersnowadvisory.com/sense-of-mission-patti-gandy-brings-passion-to-mission-first-legal-aid-office/) - Native Mississippian and motivational guru Zig Ziglar once said, “Outstanding people have one thing in common: An absolute sense of mission.” Based on my observation of successful leaders, I would wholeheartedly agree with Ziglar’s conclusion. These leaders have discovered their true passion and are living “on purpose” with focus and determination. Mission driven individuals inspire
- [State Roots key to Edge Theory’s Joe Stradinger](https://butlersnowadvisory.com/state-roots-key-to-edge-theorys-joe-stradinger/) - Mississippi, the home of literary greats such as Faulkner, Morris, and Welty, arguably has had more than its fair share of people talented with the gift of words. Joe Stradinger, Founder and CEO of Edge Theory, and I recently discussed this cultural history. We joked that perhaps the soil is richer here in Mississippi. Joe’s
- [Mike Morgan Has Calmness of Mind](https://butlersnowadvisory.com/mike-morgan-has-calmness-of-mind/) - One thing I have noticed about truly effective leaders is that they are able to keep good perspective and know how to effectively handle stress. They are “cool” under pressure. We tend to think in extremes as it relates to stress. The goal is not to eliminate stress from our lives or we will never
- [New Mississippi College Law Dean Has Ability to Turn Vision Into Reality](https://butlersnowadvisory.com/new-mississippi-college-law-dean-has-ability-to-turn-vision-into-reality/) - One of the most powerful things that a leader can do is to speak vision into an organization and individuals. President Woodrow Wilson once said, “You are not here merely to make a living. You are here in order to enable the world to live more amply, with greater vision, with a finer spirit of
- [Patrick Tucker Takes Military Lessons to Physicians Urgent Care](https://butlersnowadvisory.com/patrick-tucker-takes-military-lessons-to-physicians-urgent-care/) - With the pace of life today and the pressures of the now, it can be challenging to take the long view. Understanding what is critically important in life and what isn’t can be difficult. I find that remarkable leaders keep a good perspective and have the ability to separate the good from the great. They
- [Following Footprints — Josh Gilreath Succeeds Buckner as State Director of FCA](https://butlersnowadvisory.com/following-footprints-josh-gilreath-succeeds-buckner-as-state-director-of-fca/) - Great achievements in life are never solo endeavors. Sometimes we forget that. We can be like the turtle on the fencepost. As the story goes, “if you’re walking along a fence and spot a turtle sitting atop a fencepost, you know it didn’t get there by itself.” True leaders have the humility to recognize the
- [Harrison Uses Baseball Experience In Business](https://butlersnowadvisory.com/harrison-uses-baseball-experience-in-business/) - One of the great joys I have in writing this column is that I get the opportunities to meet a wide variety of leaders. Some have been leading for decades and are in a stage of life where they are mentoring others while others are in the building phase of their career. Having studied the
- [Martin Willoughby Talks to Joel Bomgar](https://butlersnowadvisory.com/martin-willoughby-talks-to-joel-bomgar/) - Joel Bomgar is the founder of Bomgar Corporation, a leading provider of enterprise remote support solutions. The company had an ownership change in May when TA Associates, a global private equity firm, acquired a majority interest in the company. MW: Joel, what has life been like for you after the Bomgar ownership change? JB: Life
- [Michelle Phillips Grows Into Role as Senior Executive at BHN](https://butlersnowadvisory.com/michelle-phillips-grows-into-role-as-senior-executive-at-bhn/) - I have noticed that there is a certain drive that motivates great leaders to try harder, reach further, and persist in the face of challenges. Famed football coach Lou Holtz once said, “Show me someone who has done something worthwhile, and I'll show you someone who has overcome adversity.” We all have challenges in life.
- [Ted DiBiase Jr. Leaves Ring To Become Entrepreneur](https://butlersnowadvisory.com/ted-dibiase-jr-leaves-ring-to-become-entrepreneur/) - As regular readers of this column know, I enjoy finding outstanding leaders on the rise in Mississippi and sharing their stories. This week I was able to catch up with Ted DiBiase, Jr. who is fast becoming one of Mississippi’s entrepreneurial success stories. If his name is familiar to you, it is likely that you
- [Andrew Adams Helps Grow Addicus](https://butlersnowadvisory.com/andrew-adams-helps-grow-addicus/) - Great businesses are built around knowing what the customer wants, understanding what your company does best, and delivering exceptional value. This is much easier said than done. Hall of Fame quarterback turned business mogul Roger Staubach once said, “There are no traffic jams along the extra mile.” It takes great intentionality and skilled execution to
- [David Spurk Uses Creativity in Leading Petal Pushers](https://butlersnowadvisory.com/david-spurk-uses-creativity-in-leading-petal-pushers/) - I believe that one of Mississippi’s real economic opportunities is the continued expansion of the creative economy. The state has recognized this opportunity and has been studying and finding ways to encourage its growth. In a state commissioned report entitled Realizing the Economic Opportunity of Creativity in Mississippi, it was noted, “Mississippi’s creative people, companies,
- [Hal Miller Leaves Family Business to Lead MTA](https://butlersnowadvisory.com/hal-miller-leaves-family-business-to-lead-mta/) - Leadership guru Ram Charan noted, “Talent, as every leader knows, is the most essential ingredient of business success.” Good to Great author Jim Collins echoed the importance of people when he said “To build a successful organization and team you must get the right people on the bus.” While most business leaders would agree with
- [Garrick Combs Carves Out Career in Economic Development](https://butlersnowadvisory.com/garrick-combs-carves-out-career-in-economic-development/) - As regular readers of this column know, one of the things I like to do is spotlight up and coming leaders from around the state. These are the men and women who are on the fast track to success and are actively building Mississippi’s future. This week I had the opportunity to interview one of
- [Bernie Reed Cites Hard Work as Key To Success of Reed’s Metals](https://butlersnowadvisory.com/bernie-reed-cites-hard-work-as-key-to-success-of-reeds-metals/) - I recently read an article advising foreigners on how to adapt to life in the United States. It noted, “Life in the U.S. is generally fast paced and busy. People don’t want to waste time on anything, even food. That is why the U.S. invented fast food and is the largest consumer of fast food.”
- [Pittman Has Built Successful Career By Helping Others](https://butlersnowadvisory.com/pittman-has-built-successful-career-by-helping-others/) - Raising a daughter, I think a lot about the workplace that she will likely enter in a few short years. She will find a significantly different marketplace than the one her mother, and particularly her grandmother, entered. There will be considerably more opportunities for her; however, I find that the world still sends very confusing
- [Floyd Sulser Jr. Follows In His Father’s Footsteps](https://butlersnowadvisory.com/floyd-sulser-jr-follows-in-his-fathers-footsteps/) - Between 2008 and 2010, the United States had a loss of over 200,000 businesses and 3 million jobs. This period of the “Great Recession” was particularly challenging for those businesses in the housing sector. For those that survived, many found themselves in a better position with fewer competitors and leaner operations. I had the opportunity
- [Freddie Bagley Has Harnessed the Power To Motivate](https://butlersnowadvisory.com/freddie-bagley-has-harnessed-the-power-to-motivate/) - Most leaders know the importance of creating high-performance teams within an organization. However, the challenge is actually moving from theory to execution in creating winning teams. Great leaders know how to mobilize teams and lead them to accomplish their full potential. In their book, The Wisdom of Teams, Jon Katzenbach and Douglas Smith describe a

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