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By Mark Gordon
October 23, 2025

Acclaimed local leadership author writes sequel — with her teenage kids

Teaching leadership skills should start at a young age, contends a two-time author on the subject. Her latest book, written with two leaders she knows rather well, proves the concepts are also ageless.

Leadership

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By Denise Federer
October 21, 2025

5 traits that make a great third-generation family business leader

From humility to a nice human touch, it pays off to start developing these traits early in your career.

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By Elizabeth King
October 17, 2025

Coworking spaces in region emphasize flexibility, culture

An amenities race — hello, cold plunge — is breaking out in developing and leasing coworking spaces. A pair of Sarasota entrepreneurs leads the way.

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By Anastasia Dawson
September 23, 2025

Tampa area ranks third in Florida for job growth

According to the most recent report from FloridaCommerce, Tampa had 12,700 more private-sector jobs in August than it did last year – a 0.9% increase that accounts for 15% of the state’s gains.

Tampa Bay-Lakeland

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By Denise Federer
September 11, 2025

Shifting the paradigm on family business successions

Mindset matters when going through an ownership transition.

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By Mark Gordon
September 9, 2025

Retired nuclear sub captain on how to reframe, remain 'super calm'

Oftentimes crucial leadership decisions are made with little foresight. There is a better way.

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By Kristen Lessig-Schenerlein, Hannah McGowan
September 3, 2025

Tackling impostor syndrome: How to begin

Self-doubt in the workplace, and in life, is a signal, not a setback.

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By Mark Gordon
August 27, 2025

Once-powerful Sarasota developer Henry Rodriguez reshapes, refocuses life

A go-star in development and politics, Henry Rodriguez now laments the direction his life took. "I was young, influential and making a ton of money," he says, "but I was miserable."

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By Denise Federer
August 13, 2025

Want to help your business thrive? Quit resisting the change.

Change is inevitable in life and in business. Here's how to make it happen.

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By Mark Gordon
July 21, 2025

Sarasota leadership consultant buys out partner, emphasizes results

With an eye toward helping clients go from ‘inspiration to activation,’ former nonprofit CEO Robyn Faucy has found her stride helping other organizations get better results — quickly.