Re-Entering the Chat

Historically, I’ve always entered January very slowly — partly by instinct, partly by reality. I run a product-based business, and after the holidays, very few people are interested in buying things (and rightly so). January has always felt like a month for clearing the slate, taking stock, and easing back into rhythm rather than forcing momentum. This year looked a little different behind the scenes. It was my first full year with full-time employees, and I wasn’t sure whether I should stick with my usual slow-entry approach or default to something more traditional — everyone back, right away, full speed ahead. It’s probably obvious which...