Newsletter; March 2026
Welcome to the new and improved Crum Consulting newsletter! Each month we strive to provide you with a variety of helpful resources, tips, and practices to support your continued success, both personally and professionally. Because we work with a diverse demographic of clients, industries, and backgrounds, we aim to provide content equally as diverse. If you have any questions, or if you would like to learn more about any particular topic, don’t hesitate to reach out to us! If you are a new client, please click here to fill out a consultation form, and we will be in touch to schedule a session with you.
Article Spotlight
The Present of Presence
Crum Consulting believes that living in the now, especially when you're in the trenches dealing with the day-to-day challenges of business, is fundamental for success. When you as a leader are fully engaged, you are able to respond swiftly to crises and support your team effectively.
If you have any questions surrounding this month's article, or would like to further explore opportunities, please feel free to reach out to schedule a session with us! You can email us directly if we have worked together in the past. If you are a new client, please click here to fill out a consultation form, and we will be in touch to schedule a session with you.
Sustainable Growth
A Celebration Culture
Creating a business culture that embraces adaptability and celebrates every win, no matter how small, is key to sustainable growth. Here are some tips to help business owners foster such a culture:
Recognize Unplanned Productivity: Accept that not every day will go according to plan. When unexpected tasks arise, acknowledge the productivity in addressing these issues rather than viewing them as distractions.
Set Realistic Goals: Allow room for spontaneity and interruptions in your daily plan. This flexibility helps you adapt to changes without feeling like you're falling behind.
Acknowledge Small Victories: No achievement is too small to celebrate. Recognizing these moments boosts morale and reinforces the importance of each step forward.
Encourage Peer Recognition: Create platforms for employees to celebrate each other's achievements. This fosters a sense of community and shared success.
Value Hidden Contributions: Traditional metrics may overlook critical but less visible contributions like crisis management and creative problem-solving. Adjust your performance evaluations to include these qualitative aspects.
Encourage Initiative: When employees see their efforts are valued, they are more likely to take initiative and embrace challenges, driving innovation and growth.
By implementing these strategies, business owners can create a supportive and inclusive work environment that not only values adaptability and resilience but also drives sustainable success. Recognizing and celebrating all contributions fosters a positive and empowering workplace, paving the way for a brighter future for the business and its community.
Highlights
Introducing: The Big 6 of Reporting
The BIG 6 of Reporting Guide is a simple framework to help you make sense of your numbers without losing sight of your people. Many small businesses collect data but are not always sure what to do with it. This guide walks you through six important questions that bring clarity and purpose to your reports, including what matters most. The goal is not more reports but to make better decisions that support your team and your community.
Inside, you will find a printable worksheet that helps you slow down and build reporting that's actually useful. It helps you define your client base, choose metrics, and create a rhythm that fits your business. You can use it whether you are just starting out or improving systems that already exist. If your reports feel confusing, disconnected, or too heavy, this tool helps you reset and create reporting that is clear, supportive, and rooted in real impact.
Beyond Business
Change Is Constant—Lead It or Chase It
In business, change is not a disruption—it’s a rhythm.
It doesn’t wait for permission, and it doesn’t slow down for hesitation. Whether it’s market trends, technology, team dynamics, or customer expectations, the world around you is in motion. The question is: Are you moving with it—or bracing against it? This month on CRUM socials, we will embark on a journey to find out.
Follow us to keep up with this growth journey, and so much more!
Thank you for being a pivotal part of our journey here at Crum Consulting. We would be nothing without you, and your continued support. Please feel free to share our content with others to pay it forward. We relish in receiving feedback, so if you have any suggestions or if you'd like to share your opinion on any of the content we have provided here, please let us know! If you have any questions about anything we covered here, or if you'd like to explore potential opportunities with Crum Consulting, we are here for you! Reach out anytime!
"If not now, when? If not me, who?" - Primo Levi
Until we meet again, take care of yourself, and others. Thank you.
