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God Is Not the Author of Confusion. So Why Is Your Business So Chaotic?
The Real Cost of Always Being “Busy”
Most home & commercial service owners got into this business to grow. To provide for their families. To build something real in there communites.
But somewhere between calls, chaos, and callbacks, the dream turned into:
Scrambling to fit in new jobs.
Turning away last-minute emergencies at 5pm.
Burning out your techs or yourself cause your under staffed
And spending thousands on marketing that leads you to say “No, we can’t”
Jun 102 min read


Discovering Purpose: My Journey with Ascend Empowerment Group
Finding Myself in a Moment of Crisis There comes a time in life when you discover your true self. Have you ever experienced a moment like...
Apr 293 min read


God Is Not the Author of Confusion. So Why Is Your Business So Chaotic?
The Real Cost of Always Being “Busy”
Most home & commercial service owners got into this business to grow. To provide for their families. To build something real in there communites.
But somewhere between calls, chaos, and callbacks, the dream turned into:
Scrambling to fit in new jobs.
Turning away last-minute emergencies at 5pm.
Burning out your techs or yourself cause your under staffed
And spending thousands on marketing that leads you to say “No, we can’t”
Jun 102 min read


How to Use AI Without Losing Your Mind or Your Money
Most small business owners are tired and stretched thin. In this blog, I am going to break down how AI tools can help you reclaim your...
Jun 33 min read


Understanding How Consultants Drive Business Success
In today's fast-paced business landscape, companies are continuously seeking innovative ways to establish a competitive edge and drive...
May 283 min read


Booked Out or Burned Out? The Fix for Frustrated Service Businesses
Do Not Fear Darwin here. Let’s be real, if your schedule is sitting there empty while you’re grinding every day, there’s a reason. And...
May 273 min read


Why Overlooking Collaboration in Your Own Backyard Is Costing You Growth!
While you're hoping for engagement on another post, someone right down the street is talking to your ideal customer.The local barber, realtor, church administrator, insurance agent, pest control tech, and plumber, these folks are speaking directly to the people you want to serve.
They are in homes, offices, and conversations every single day.
And most of them are one introduction away from needing exactly what you offer.
But you won’t know that if you’re silent.
May 203 min read


What Happens to Your Business if You Take a Week Off?
You’ve Got Hustle. But Do You Have Structure?
You can outwork most people. You know your trade. You’ve got the experience. You’re not scared of the grind.
But the moment you take a few days off calls go unanswered, jobs get dropped, money stops moving, and your stress triples.
Sound familiar?
May 132 min read


The Top 10 Changes You Need to Be Ready For (If You Want to Stay Relevant and Paid)
The business world is changing fast, and if you're not changing with it, you're not just standing still, you're falling further behind....
May 65 min read


The Real Cost of Doing It All Yourself: How To Stop Small Business Burnout
Burned Out Business Owner The Real Cost of Doing It All Yourself: There’s a lie that too many small business owners believe: “If I don’t...
Apr 222 min read


Are You Running Your Business, or Is It Running You?
Most small business owners aren’t failing, they’re just used to going at it all alone.
Let’s be real. Owning a business sounds like freedom
Mar 252 min read


Why Playing It Safe Is the Biggest Risk!
A Biblical Perspective: The Parable of the Talents
Mar 183 min read


Why Your Commercial & Home Service Business Is Stuck and the Fix No One Told You About
Most Commercial & Home service businesses stay stuck because they miss key strategies. Learn how to grow and increase revenue year round.
Mar 103 min read


The End of Feast and Famine in Home Services
Why Most Home Service Businesses Struggle with Slow Seasons and How I Have Helped Clients Break Free! Teamwork for Growth: Collaboration...
Mar 36 min read


Thriving in Chaos: How to Stay Focused in Central Texas Business Today.
Digital Planning Wall Let’s be real, running a business in Round Rock and Central Texas today feels like a rollercoaster with no...
Feb 242 min read


Stay Focused: Control What You Can, Let Go of What You Can't
The key to success isn’t in worrying about what you can’t change. It’s about doubling down on what you can control and taking intentional ac
Feb 192 min read


You Don’t Know What You Don’t Know. So Ask!
Missing puzzle piece being applied to complete the project. Many leaders love to talk bout the past successes they've have had. They...
Feb 122 min read


Leading with Resilience: Thriving in Uncertain Times
The business environment today is more volatile than ever.
Feb 32 min read


The Elevated Leader: 30 Days of Growth – A Path to Transformation
The Elevated Leader: Embark on a 30-day journey to transformation and growth, as outlined by Darwin Tanksley. Leadership is more than a...
Jan 162 min read


Building Leaders, Not Just Managers—Why Empowerment Matters
At Ascend Empowerment Group (AEG), we believe true growth comes from nurturing leaders at every level of an organization. It’s not enough...
Dec 9, 20242 min read


The Power of Momentum: How Taking the First Step Can Transform Your Career and Life This Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving isn’t just a time for food and family—it’s a moment to reflect on the things we’re grateful for and the possibilities ahead....
Nov 25, 20243 min read


The 5 Essential Leadership Skills Every Entrepreneur Must Master
Starting a business is full of challenges. One of the most important things that separates successful business owners from others is how...
Nov 13, 20243 min read


Unlocking Opportunities: Government Contracting for Minority Businesses in Texas
Securing government contracts in Texas offers significant opportunities for minority-owned businesses to contribute to the state's growth...
Nov 4, 20243 min read


Doing Business with Christ in Your Heart: Faith, Leadership, and Resilience.
“True leadership is not about having all the answers; it’s about empowering others and creating an environment where growth is not only poss
Oct 24, 20244 min read


Bridging the Skills Gap in Trades: AEG's Commitment to Workforce Development and Diversity
As experienced professionals retire and fewer young workers enter the field, the demand for skilled tradespeople continues to outpace supply
Oct 16, 20243 min read
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