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Sustainability Is Not a Sticker: Why Integrity and Intent Matter More Than Ever
WIX AI's version of a "sustainable" logo heavy pack. Makes me chuckle. Over the years, I’ve seen companies take meaningful strides...
Carrie Harcus
Jul 304 min read


When the Wallet Shuts: Reading Consumer Signals in 2025
The Wallet Can Only Take So Much Last week, I was reading Kevin Coupe’s MorningNewsBeat , "Worth Reading: The Importance of Actually...
Carrie Harcus
Jul 143 min read


Leading Through Uncertainty: You’re Not Alone
There’s a quiet theme circulating among business leaders right now: “Business is slower than usual. Clients are uncertain. And I’m not...
Carrie Harcus
Jun 104 min read


From Doer to Leader: Letting Go Without Losing Yourself
In my consulting practice, I often work with leaders who are at an inflection point—business has grown, their roles have expanded, and...
Carrie Harcus
May 162 min read


Teaching, Learning, and Living the Pivot
I’ve always admired people who’ve pivoted in their careers—those who’ve jumped industries, changed disciplines, or completely reinvented...
Carrie Harcus
May 162 min read


Ethical Leadership in Business: The Silent Costs of Doing Nothing
Where Do You Stand? The Business Responsibility Dilemma Businesses don’t operate in a vacuum—they both reflect and shape societal values....
Carrie Harcus
Mar 143 min read


Creating Customer Value: Going Beyond the Surface to Build Meaningful Solutions
In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, one thing remains constant: the need to create real value for your customers. Whether...
Carrie Harcus
Feb 194 min read


Beyond Price: Uncovering the Real Drivers of Consumer Decisions
Every day, consumers make thousands of choices—some instinctive, others deeply considered. Whether selecting a breakfast cereal, a...
Carrie Harcus
Feb 32 min read


New Year, Same Business Challenges? Sometimes You Just Need a New Perspective
As we step into a new year, many organizations find themselves grappling with the same challenges that seemed insurmountable last year....
Carrie Harcus
Jan 152 min read


When Is the Right Time to Embark on a Strategic Plan?
Having just completed two three-year strategic plans for businesses and gearing up to lead one or two for non-profits next year, I’ve...
Carrie Harcus
Dec 19, 20242 min read


Understanding Consumer Behavior: The Gatekeepers and Their Motivations
In January, I will be stepping into an adjunct professor role, teaching Food Marketing to undergraduate students. One of the most...
Carrie Harcus
Dec 4, 20243 min read


Organizational Change: Building the Right Structure for Growth, Not Just Filling Gaps
I’m currently working with several organizations facing a pivotal question: How do we evolve our structure to support future growth?...
Carrie Harcus
Nov 13, 20244 min read


Embracing AI as a Small Business Owner: Empowering, Not Replacing
I n every organization I’ve been a part of, and with the clients I work with today, there’s an undeniable curiosity surrounding AI and...
Carrie Harcus
Oct 31, 20243 min read


Introducing StrategiSphere: A Journey from Dream to Reality
For as long as I can remember, I’ve dreamt about running my own business.
Carrie Harcus
Oct 5, 20242 min read
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