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Courtney Blake

Courtney Blake is a business leadership writer and strategic growth advisor based in Seattle, Washington. With over 6 years of experience guiding entrepreneurs, executives, and emerging brands, Courtney brings an elevated perspective to her writing at AboveBusiness. Her work focuses on helping professionals rise above day-to-day challenges through smart planning, strong leadership, and long-term vision. Outside the digital space, she leads executive workshops, mentors women in business, and enjoys hiking the Pacific Northwest with her two dogs.

Building a Management Career From Scratch: Credentials, Skills, and Strategy

Want to build a real management career -- not just land a job title? There's a large gap between being asked to be a manager and knowing how to lead, operate, and develop. Bridging that gap begins with a single...

10 Essential Steps to Choosing a Professional Trading Diploma

Stepping into the world of financial markets requires much more than just starting capital and a Wi-Fi connection; it requires a structured, professional education. Without a solid foundation, retail traders often find themselves gambling rather than executing high-probability strategies....

Your Inspection System Is Not Failing Because of the Camera

Most production teams that struggle with vision inspection have already bought a good camera. They have run training data. They have hired a consultant. The system still misses defects. The conclusion is usually that the model needs more work....

Selling or Transferring Property After a Death in Ireland: What Families Need to Know

A guest contribution on navigating one of the most sensitive legal processes facing Irish households There are few moments in life as difficult as losing a loved one. In the immediate aftermath, practical matters often take a back seat to grief...

What Every HVAC Entrepreneur Should Know Before Signing the First Contract

Signing your first HVAC contract is exciting... It can also suck really big if you don't know what you're doing though. Most HVAC newbies throw themselves into their first deal. They sign before thinking. Now they realize they low-balled the price,...

Signs of Wear in Heavy Duty Engines and Machinery

Wear in heavy duty engines and machinery rarely appears all at once. It builds slowly, through heat, friction, load, contamination, and long service hours. Changes in sound, performance, oil condition, or vibration often show up before major failure. That...
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