Wow, I just got back from an International Conference of Business Advisors and it was amazing.  My surgically repaired back did not cooperate at all, so physically I was less than at an optimum level of performance.  But the conference itself was great.

It was amazing that so many associates took time out from their busy schedule to prepare presentations that would share their knowledge with the rest of their peers.  They did this with no compensation, just the desire to share their information with others.

I came away with at least four things I could implement immediately.  These will have a positive and valuable impact on my business.  I am a life long learner so it was great to be exposed to new ideas, differing perspectives and valuable tools.

What was profoundly disappointing was that many of our brethren did not come to the conference. And I am at loss as to why – I hope that the reason was they were so busy improving their clients businesses that there just wasn’t time. But in my heart of hearts I don’t think this is the reason.

I would like to emphasize that you as a business owner should take every opportunity to learn, discover and make new contacts. If you’re not your competition is…