Two Powerful Business Lessons from One Painful CrossFit Workout Brian WillinghamWhether you’re working out or pushing past your professional limitations, getting stronger means showing up consistently and leaving...
Why Building a Company with a Soul Is Like Cooking a Perfect Paella Brian WillinghamCreating a successful business from scratch is all about quality ingredients, great stories, and keeping the fires lit. Read More
My Biggest Struggles with Running a PI Business—and How I Overcame Them Brian WillinghamCashflow, economic downturns, and marketing are hurdles every entrepreneur faces. But there are even thornier issues. Read More
What a Down Year Taught Me About Marketing Brian WillinghamDoes a long business slump make you compromise on who you are and what you value? It shouldn't. Here's why. Read More
For Love of the Game Brian WillinghamWhen my big-league baseball dreams didn't pan out, I felt lost. It took a few more at bats for me to find my true calling. Read More
Selling Ourselves Short Is Not a Good Long-Term Survival Strategy Brian WillinghamHow a convoluted tale about a missing half million, lousy with red flags, prompted me to reflect on my worth as a professional investigator. Read More
Making Ethical Decisions in a Sea of Unethical Business Practices Brian WillinghamA private investigator's world is messy. Having a personal code of ethics can help us navigate the rougher waters. Read More
Takeaways from 10 Years of Sales Data From My Private Investigation Business Brian WillinghamAfter a decade of running an investigation agency, the Diligentia Group's Brian Willingham looks back on what has counted most for his company's bottom line. Read More