5 Catchphrases That Actually Mean Business
May 25, 2021
Lots of businesses have catchy slogans and hooks used in their marketing, but I’d argue that the most powerful ones in your business are the ones you and your teams use on a daily basis. Here are the ones I’ve caught myself saying around the office (on more than a few occasions) and what they’ve […]
Read MoreTips from a Seasoned Investor to Every Business Owner
April 26, 2021
I recently sat down with my team for an impromptu interview session (they still occasionally like to pick my brain), and their questions highlighted some points during the Percipio brand story that are relevant to most business owners. I share these tips candidly with you as they are the same pieces of advice, I would […]
Read MoreThese 6 Core Values Create Long-Term Success
April 13, 2021
Having built, acquired, and merged several companies, I can attest to the power of solid core values and the value they truly add to the bottom line—and to the engagement, culture, and general attitude of a workforce. Core values have real, tangible value to a business, which is why we chose those at Percipio so […]
Read MorePercipio Partners featured on KC SmartPort Blog
April 12, 2021
The following was posted on the KC SmartPort Blog on April 6, 2021. March of 2020 was the beginning of a new wave of massive change in the workforce. Words and phrases we have never used before crept into our daily conversations: Lockdown, Pandemic, Quarantine, “Blursday”. One thing that didn’t change was the continued growth […]
Read MoreScalability and Growth: Team Readiness
March 11, 2021
Not just another technology expense. In today’s market, identifying your technology resources through an investment lens can be very productive. Making the right investment for technology starts with the team supporting and delivering the technology. If you want to increase effective business growth through your technology investment, outsourcing some activities may be an important tool […]
Read MoreRun Towards The Fire: How To Make Bold Investment Moves During Stressful Times
March 4, 2021
In today’s tumultuous markets, there are a lot of questions around making the “right” investment. If you want to increase your risk tolerance—or make the most of the risk tolerance you have—those questions should be less about where, when and what. Strong, bold choices start with how. Set your criteria for screening opportunities. First, identify […]
Read MoreBeyond due diligence: How to spot (and capture) a great investment opportunity
February 4, 2021
Last June, as I sat alone in lockdown to write my quarterly newsletter, I referred to the pandemic as a Black Swan event. Technically, this is inaccurate—I, like many others, was confusing cause and effect. While the effect of shutdowns was dramatic, true Black Swans come out of nowhere and are obvious only in hindsight. […]
Read More5 Budget Questions Every Business Owner Should Know How to Answer
January 19, 2021
It’s January, and for many businesses, that means fresh goals, fresh budgets, and fresh eyes on the horizon. And, for many businesses, despite these best-laid plans and intentions, it’s the start of a long year of “winging it.” I’m writing this article today to help you avoid that particular disaster. I’ve supported, invested, and led […]
Read MoreFed Cattle Exchange Acquired by Central Stockyards, LLC
July 28, 2020
Congratulations to Forrest Roberts, CEO of Central Stockyards, and to his team for the successful acquisition of the Fed Cattle Exchange. A lot of hard work went into this, and it is great to see one of Percipio’s portfolio companies start to gain momentum.
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