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The Strategic Edge of Meditation
How Stillness Fuels Clarity, Leadership, and Better Decisions I recently hit a milestone—100,000 minutes on Insight Timer, the meditation app I’ve been using off and on for the past decade. If I had to guess, my actual time meditating over the last couple of decades is probably closer to double that since I wasn’t always using the app. That’s a lot of sitting still, breathing, and watching my mind do its thing. But more than anything, it’s a lot of practice in seeing clearly.

Joe Bennett
2 days ago3 min read
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The Watchfire Quadrant: A New Lens for Business Growth
Most business owners start with a dream. They build, grow, and achieve success, but at some point, many find themselves asking: What’s next?  Others reach a breaking point, overwhelmed by stress and uncertainty, knowing change is essential but unsure where to start. This is where Existential Business Coaching  comes in. It’s not just about strategy, execution, or mindset in isolation. It’s about aligning all of these elements; ensuring that what you build is not only successf

Joe Bennett
Nov 44 min read
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Thriving Together: An Ecosystem Approach to Franchising
Since embarking on my journey as an InXpress franchisee in 2011, I've witnessed firsthand the transformative power of franchising. This experience has not only shaped my entrepreneurial journey but also offered profound insights into how franchises, much like natural ecosystems, thrive through interconnectedness and mutual support. Drawing from the metaphorical evolution  discussed earlier in the realms of business and philosophy, franchising is particularly well-suited to em

Joe Bennett
Oct 284 min read
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The 'Is'-ness of Your Business
Prioritizing being over doing as the essence of success In the bustling corridors of the business world, where action and outcomes often overshadow the underlying essence, there's a profound truth echoed in a sentiment often attributed to Ralph Waldo Emerson: "Who you are speaks so loudly I cannot hear what you say." This statement, though not a direct quote from Emerson, serves as a powerful reminder of the paramount importance of 'beingness' over mere 'doingness' in the rea

Joe Bennett
Oct 213 min read
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Methods for Meaning Making at Work
Shifting gears from our recent philosophical dives, let's get hands-on with tactics that aren't just lofty ideals but actionable strategies for enriching the daily grind. Running a business is akin to steering a vessel through both calm and turbulent waters. It's thrilling, unpredictable, and demands both finesse and boldness. Through my entrepreneurial journey, I've gleaned actionable insights on weaving meaning into the fabric of work, making every stroke of the paddle coun

Joe Bennett
Oct 145 min read
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The Metaphoric Mind: Shaping Our Worldview and Business Paradigms
How We See Our World Creates Our World In an era of rapid change and complexity, the metaphors we employ to conceptualize our businesses...

Joe Bennett
Oct 63 min read
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The Meaning Crisis At Work
In an era marked by unparalleled progress, the narrative of human advancement has never been more compelling. Steven Pinker's...

Joe Bennett
Sep 303 min read
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Elevate Market Position through Strategic Business Coaching
In today's fast-paced business world, standing out is more important than ever. Companies are constantly looking for ways to improve...

Joe Bennett
Aug 294 min read
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Maximize Efficiency with Custom Operating Systems
In today's fast-paced digital world, efficiency is key. Whether you are a business owner, a developer, or a tech enthusiast, the...

Joe Bennett
Aug 295 min read
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Unlock Business Growth with Customized Coaching Solutions
In today's fast-paced business world, growth is not just a goal, it is a necessity. Companies are constantly seeking ways to improve...

Joe Bennett
Aug 295 min read
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