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The Seeds of a Company's Destruction Are Sown in Good Times

Wayne Rivers
By Wayne Rivers
11 minutes

Wait! What? Aren’t all contractors desirous of good times in business? How does this make sense? Is it true? And, if so, what can you do to prevent sowing destructive seeds?

Please tune in this week as Wayne refers to a fascinating article still top of mind some 36 years after he first encountered it. He also defines what legendary NBA coach Pat Riley called “The Disease of More.” Finally, he gives you eight tips for avoiding trouble and the dreaded COMPLACENCY. What do you think? Is this thesis legit? Do good times allow for sloppiness, and do growth and profit mask potentially painful issues? Please share your thoughts with us in the comments.

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