I’ve been talking a lot about the Dallas Cowboys, Jason Garrett and Jerry Jones. Loyalty is extremely important because you want to create an environment where you can be successful and don’t have everyone walking on pins in needles. When someone isn’t performing, you hope and strive to have the person “level up” and improve. You’ve seen it happen before but that doesn’t mean it’s going to happen in this situation.
It’s hard to know when is the right time to make a change.
It’s hard to know when being too loyal is hurting you and possibly the team.
It’s hard to know if the person can level up, get out of their comfort zone and perform better.
The reality is that it’s not an exact science to know when to invest more or when to stop and just start over. There’s potential there but sometimes you have to realize that by holding on you might be hurting more than you are helping.
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https://iamgresh.com👤 Author Name: Gresham W. Harkless Jr.
Title: Franchise Broker & Entrepreneur | Founder, Blue Star Franchise
Experience: 15+ years in entrepreneurship, digital marketing, and business growth strategy
Location: Washington, D.C. Metro Area, USA
About the Author
Gresham W. Harkless Jr. is a seasoned entrepreneur, franchise broker, and the founder of Blue Star Franchise, where he helps aspiring and established business owners find the perfect franchise opportunity to match their goals, lifestyle, and financial vision.
With over 15 years of experience in entrepreneurship, digital marketing, and business development, Gresh has worked with hundreds of CEOs, founders, and small business owners through his media company Blue 16 Media and the I AM CEO Podcast, which has featured over 1,600 interviews. His unique background gives him a deep understanding of what makes a business succeed — and how the right franchise can change lives.
A proud member of the Franchise Broker Association (FBA), Gresham brings a consultative and client-first approach to franchise matching. His mission is to help people “run their race” by finding franchise opportunities that align with their purpose, skills, and lifestyle.
📚 Credentials & Affiliations
Certified Franchise Broker – Franchise Broker Association (FBA)
Founder – Blue Star Franchise & Blue 16 Media
Host – I AM CEO Podcast (1,600+ episodes)
Featured in – 50+ Black Marketers on the Rise, Influencer & Media Innovators (2022)
B.S. in Business Administration – Howard University
