Chenmark

And don’t give me this sh*t that work-from-home-Friday works... Jamie Dimon didn’t sugarcoat his thoughts on remote work. His frustration highlights a deeper issue: can remote work be productive without strong accountability? ? Some companies (like Nvidia) have thriving remote cultures. ? Others struggle with engagement, focus, and efficiency. ?? The difference? Clear standards, strong leadership, and team buy-in. At Chenmark, we know that without structure, remote work can mark the beginning of the end for many small business leaders. The question is, how do you ensure productivity in remote settings? More on this in Weekly Thoughts: https://lnkd.in/eAexacqq #WorkFromHome #Leadership #ChaseBetter

We all have moments we’re not proud of. Ever said the wrong thing in a meeting? Avoided a tough conversation? Let frustration get the best of you? It happens. But what matters most is what we do next: - Take accountability and make things right. - Show up early, stay late, and put in the work. - Keep moving forward—because giving up is not an option. Small businesses are built on resilience. The challenges—tight cash flow, difficult customers, unexpected obstacles—aren’t going away. The only way through is forward. So, when we stumble (and we all do), do we let it turn into a free fall? Or do we get up and do something useful? More insights like this every week in Chenmark’s Weekly Thoughts. Subscribe to read more: https://lnkd.in/ead___wi And if you’re looking for a challenge, we’re hiring. Let’s get after it. ?? #chasebetter

Perfection is the enemy of progress. With 305M+ books sold, James Patterson’s secret to success isn’t talent—it’s relentless execution. What can small business owner/operators learn from his approach? Find out in this week's Weekly Thoughts. ?? https://lnkd.in/eGwspQWg

The Kansas City Chiefs are [EDIT: were] chasing a Three-Peat, but their real secret? A relentless focus on daily improvement. Here’s why that mindset matters just as much in small business. https://lnkd.in/eTeJuySJ #SuperBowl #ChasingBetter

Once a shoo-in for top jobs, newly minted MBAs are now encountering a cooling job marketing with changing priorities. Many candidates are looking for high-pay, low-risk roles that may simply not exist anymore. More on this in Weekly Thoughts: https://lnkd.in/eW45PDz7 #chasebetter

Not every decision we make feels like a turning point—but looking back, it’s often the small, unexpected choices that shape our biggest opportunities. Steve Jobs once said, “You can’t connect the dots looking forward; you can only connect them looking backward.” Don’t stress the end game. Collect experiences, stay open, and trust that the dots will connect. Read more at: https://lnkd.in/eipV2URY #TrustTheProcess #ConnectingTheDots #ChaseBetter

Since 2015, our first post of the year always revisits three core concepts that continue to shape our thinking. This and more in our Weekly Thoughts: https://lnkd.in/eF5_5Wxb #chasebetter

The Detroit Lions say, 'It Takes More,' and we couldn’t agree more. This week, we explore how the magic in life and business isn’t in the playbook—it’s in the culture. More at: https://lnkd.in/e-feZ_KV #chasebetter

What do Swedish subs and herring farts have in common? Dive into this week’s Chenmark Weekly Thoughts for a lesson in critical thinking and the dangers of assumptions: https://lnkd.in/evR4vqgH #chasebetter

Imagine being handed complete control of a small business operation and told to trust your instincts... If you scrolled down...we're hiring. https://lnkd.in/eNJmeh79