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Hourly Billing Won't Die Without a Fight
The primary challenges AI poses for professional services firms billing by the hour don't just rest with the fact that machines work faster. AI presents thornier challenges that require attention.
Dec 8, 2025


The Generosity Mindset in Leadership: When Good Intentions Miss the Mark
The principles of what I call The Generosity MindsetĀ® help professionals serve and price better. It also provides leaders a roadmap to build loyalty and culture. goBeyondProfit's research demonstrates why employees, not executives, should define leadership generosity.
Sep 3, 2025


The Hidden Danger in Every Business Partnership
Business attorney Bill Piercy, a specialist in what he calls corporate divorce, joined me on The Price and Value Journey podcast to discuss why all business partnerships have a limited life and why you must an exit strategy.
Apr 22, 2025


The Shoes Over My Door
I keep a photo of the shoes of Pope Francis over the door of my home office as a reminder of how to lead.
Apr 21, 2025


Your Work Matters More Than You'll Ever Know
You will never fully understand the extent of your impact, yet this realization shouldn't dishearten or paralyze you. It should liberate you.
Jan 16, 2025


Goal Setting for Relational Excellence
Your goal setting for the coming year includes your financial and personal objectives. But what about your relational goals?
Jan 2, 2025


Prune to Prosper in Your Business
Reflections on the business lessons a successful Christmas tree farm has for those of us in professional services.
Dec 19, 2024


The Price and Value Journey of Delta Airlines
Instead of competiting on price, twenty years ago Delta Airlines began a focus on customer-perceived value. They haven't looked back since.
Jun 26, 2024


Deferred Maintenance
Service issues with the German national railway prompted this commentary on deferred maintenance and your reinvestment in your business.
Jun 20, 2024


What Will Not Change
We focus a lot on change, but what we sometimes don't consider enough is what will not change, and how we should therefore run our business.
May 27, 2024


Your Unique and Beautiful Journey
Your business is a journey. It's your own uniquely beautiful and fulfilling trek, with all the hills, valleys, stops, and detours.
May 15, 2024


The Value of Social Capital
What the experience of fraternity members and professional service providers have in common.
May 14, 2024


Empowering Others
Empowering others is a meaningful, long-lasting way to apply The Generosity Mindset.
May 7, 2024


Scale Your Business Without Compromising Happiness
Dr. Terry "Doc" Dockery discusses scaling for professional services providers with host John Ray on "The Price and Value Journey" podcast.
Apr 17, 2024


Six Truths to Understand as You Leave Corporate to Start Your Business
Six lessons you'll learn about starting your own business after leaving corporate (that you should know in advance).
Dec 16, 2020
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