Vernon Boyett // Boyett Construction, Inc.
TAB challenges you…everyone needs to be challenged in their position. It forces me to think, helps to clarify where you are, where you are headed and how you're going to get there. It helps members clearly see our business obstacles and guides us in preparing our roadmap to success. It's amazing - when you get 7 or 8 people together the ideas that come up and how one idea triggers the other..and, how easy it is for someone else to see where you are missing the mark. It’s been 10 Good Years, I am Looking Forward to Many More. |
Ramon Canova // Marque Foods, Inc.
I initially joined TAB to learn how to better deal with ‘me.’ I perceived myself as a primary obstacle to growth. With TAB, I got plenty of ideas on how to view myself and the business differently and this has definitely improved my business. I learned that my business plan is a living document and track it periodically using the monthly progress report. In short, TAB has helped me design business processes that are more systematic, efficient and get results. |
Stan Sheppard // CH Bull Co.
Some years ago, we were dismayed at declining sales, and with no real direction, we were just muddling along. Both my cousin and I joined two different TAB Boards and while I was initially skeptical, within a couple of months we had a written business plan, identified specific financial goals, had defined the markets we were strong in, and now have a clear sense of direction—we know where we’re going. Our employees are also more motivated now that they see the company’s direction and progress. All of this has created more time for me to pursue my personal interests, because I no longer need to be there every minute. |
Carla Kell-Smith // C Kell-Smith & Associates
Being in business for the last 25 years and then joining my TAB board for the past three, I’ve seen such an improvement in my management style and effectiveness. Our facilitators, Bob and Dale have been a great resource, for me, the information they have; their experience with small business as well as the insights they bring and share. |
Martin Simenc // Home Safety Services
For us, it’s all about generating clients. And how we’ve gone about generating those clients with the help of TAB has really been key to our ongoing success. I knew that I needed a sounding board, needed some outside expertise. And that’s exactly what TAB brings to the table. And it also holds my feet to the fire and keeps me accountable. Kalar is a patient and inquisitive listener who seeks a thorough understanding of the root origins and causes of issues before collaborating on potential solutions. He also helps me to consider "out of the box" type solutions and opportunities that invariably expand my thinking. With his help and guidance, we have resolved numerous tactical and strategic issues and positioned our company for significant growth. |