The Power of 120
The ability to say ‘No!’, as well as the willingness to look inward are prerequisites for unlocking the Power of 120.
ESG: Environmental, Social, and Governance
ESG, or Environmental, Social and Governance, is all over social media. It seems as if everywhere I look, ESG is mentioned. Business leaders across multiple industries seem to be on or getting on the ESG bandwagon!
No Matter How Well You Prepare You Will Never Be Ready
When it comes to a hurricane, no matter how well you prepare, you can never be fully ready. This story is a tiny glimpse into my family and our first-hand experience with Hurricane Ian in Southwest Florida.
Return to The Office – 4 Reasons
The office still has a critical role to play as we look toward the future and our new normal and many of us are thrilled to sit in traffic again.
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Rising Inflation Impacts Businesses & Pittsburgh
So why is inflation increasing? Business leaders in Pittsburgh and throughout the country are asking me this question. The list of reasons is extremely extensive but starts with the pandemic, rising consumer demand, tight supply, labor shortages, the Russian invasion of Ukraine, shipping delays, and rising transportation prices.
Navigating the Future of Work
What does the future look like? Have you returned to work? What are other businesses doing? How are you navigating the future of work?
July Brain Software | How My Time Is “Book”Ed
I love to read a good book. Reading and listening to books is how I install new software in my brain. I’m addicted. Have you heard the quote, “What you read says a lot about who you are?” I’m hoping this isn’t 100% accurate because when I’m not reading/listening to leadership and wellness books I…
Three Ways to Combat Social Isolation
This year has been difficult to say the least. Working from home, not being able to enjoy hobbies, and limited in-person interactions is a perfect storm for feelings of social isolation. We have all been affected but in different ways. If you’re looking to combat the emotional strain of the pandemic, keep reading to learn…
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Why Creating Leverage is Critical to Reducing Operating Expenses
Most companies don’t realize that out of all operating expenses, real estate is the second-highest cost. Real estate tends to fall right behind human capital and is always a significant item on the balance sheet. Typically, companies don’t spend a lot of time evaluating their real estate. Nor do they necessarily understand the impact real…
Leadership | News | Our Team | Pittsburgh
Kim Ford, CEO of Rise Pittsburgh Officially Accepted into Forbes Business Council
Forbes Business Council Is an Invitation-Only Community for Successful Business Owners and Leaders Pittsburgh, May 27, 2021 — Kim Ford, CEO of Rise Pittsburgh, a commercial real estate firm that only represents businesses, never landlords, has been accepted into the Forbes Business Council, the foremost growth and networking organization for successful business owners and leaders…
Jack Be Nimble, Jane Be Quick: Three Techniques to Help Small Businesses Grow During a Pandemic—and Beyond
In early 2020, no one had any idea that the world as we knew it was about to shut down. Entrepreneurs still dreamed of starting new businesses, or expanding existing ones. Each had a plan, a vision, maybe funding. In many cases, the plan was working. And then the coronavirus hit. As brick-and-mortar storefronts were…
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Success as a Woman, In a Man’s Industry
Kim Ford, Success as a Woman, In a Man’s Industry. My story in Commercial Real Estate.