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Monday Myth Check: Does Growth Always Equal More Profit?

Monday Myth Check: Does Growth Always Equal More Profit?

by Jonathan Brake | May 19, 2025 | Monday Myth Check

Hey there, business owners! Ever heard someone say, “Just grow your business and you’ll make more money”? Today, let’s challenge this common belief and explore what’s really happening when businesses expand. Start With the...
Monday Myth Check: Does Culture Really Eat Strategy for Breakfast?

Monday Myth Check: Does Culture Really Eat Strategy for Breakfast?

by Jonathan Brake | May 5, 2025 | Monday Myth Check

Hey there, business leaders and entrepreneurs! Today we’re tackling a saying that’s practically gospel in many boardrooms. You’ve probably heard it countless times, but is it truly as simple as it sounds? Let’s dive in and find out. The Origin...
Myth Check: Just Because I Have a Compelling Why, That’s All I Need

Myth Check: Just Because I Have a Compelling Why, That’s All I Need

by Jonathan Brake | Apr 21, 2025 | Monday Myth Check, People, Processes, Purpose

Ever heard someone say, “As long as you know your why, everything else will fall into place”? It sounds inspiring — but it’s only half true. In this episode of Monday Myth Check, we’re calling that idea out. Let’s talk about why purpose is powerful — but without...
Monday Myth Check: Leaders Are Made, Not Born

Monday Myth Check: Leaders Are Made, Not Born

by Jonathan Brake | Apr 14, 2025 | Communication, Monday Myth Check, People, Processes, Purpose

Ever caught yourself thinking some people are just “natural born leaders”? Let’s challenge that assumption today and explore why leadership is actually a skill anyone can develop with the right mindset and approach. The Myth vs. Reality The idea that...
Debunking the Myth of “They Just Got Lucky”

Debunking the Myth of “They Just Got Lucky”

by Jonathan Brake | Apr 7, 2025 | Monday Myth Check, People, Processes, Purpose, Strategy

Ever heard someone dismiss a successful entrepreneur with “they just got lucky”? I hear it all the time, and I can’t help but wonder if we’re missing something important when we chalk up achievement to mere chance. The Success Attribution...
Why Believing “The Customer Is Always Right” Is Dangerous – Monday Myth Check

Why Believing “The Customer Is Always Right” Is Dangerous – Monday Myth Check

by Jonathan Brake | Mar 31, 2025 | Monday Myth Check, People, Processes, Purpose

In business, we often hear the phrase “the customer is always right.” While customers are indeed the lifeblood of our businesses, accepting this statement as “gospel truth” can be detrimental to your company culture, your long-term success and...
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