Integrity Matters
Here’s an important business lesson I learned from my father about business integrity. It happened on a hot summer afternoon in the mid-1970’s. I was with my dad as he was negotiating a deal with…
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Celebrating Abelardo
It was nearly 20-years ago when Goble Properties acquired Hopyard Village in Pleasanton. Along with the property came the perpetually smiling maintenance man, Abelardo. Always willing to take on any challenge, eager to learn, and…
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Ignore the Naysayers
Some of the best business advice I’ve been given is, “Ignore the naysayers.” The naysayers are the folks who are ALWAYS negative. Most of us have an internal pendulum of confidence and fear. Our fear dreads failure, is unsure…
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A Short Walk Down Goble Lane
One of my earliest work related recollections as a child is sweeping out a metal building on Goble Lane in South San Jose. My Dad purchased the property in the 1950’s to start a wrecking…
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What’s the Worst Business Decision You Ever Made?
What’s the worst business or job related decision you ever made? If you hesitate and can’t think of the answer right away, then here’s some advice: figure it out fast. Be completely honest with yourself. Not…
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Under New Management
David Burkus has written a fun book for anybody who manages people. Under New Management looks at how organizational management is changing in ways we never thought realistic. You really should get a copy of…
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We Could Always Rely on Phyllis
Last week Goble Properties sold Perez Business Park in Cathedral City. It brings an end to a great experience operating the property. Perez was the perfect property type for Goble Properties: all small units, occupied…
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Every Business Owner Has a Story
Every business owner has a story. This came to light recently when Suana Hamulic sent me an email about her life. A few years ago Suana and her husband Regis leased retail space in the…
