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Acey Gaspard

Founder of A Touch of Business with years of experience holding management positions and running various businesses. Acey shares experience through various articles and with various authors to bring you a unique collection of articles related to managing and running a business.

How “What If” Thinking Turned a Risky Choice into a Smarter Business Move

July 21, 2025June 19, 2025 by Acey Gaspard
Diverse team collaborates around a whiteboard with charts and “What if” questions in a watercolor.

Operational risks can be invisible—until you ask the right questions. This true story shows how pausing led to better business results.

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How One Freight Broker’s Story Shows the Power of Speaking Clearly

July 21, 2025June 18, 2025 by Acey Gaspard
Watercolor of a stressed freight broker on a call with shipping map and urgent client note visible.

When a freight crisis hit Freightlynx Network, one broker learned how trimming the fluff improved everything—from client trust to team efficiency.

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Startup Oversight, Missed Red Flags, and a $47,000 Wake-Up Call

July 21, 2025June 17, 2025 by Acey Gaspard
Concerned business partner reviewing finances while the other walks away in a shared office.

A cautionary startup story where trust, silence, and lack of oversight led to a $47K financial disaster. Learn how to avoid the same mistakes.

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The Power of a Workplace Empathy Story: Seeing Beyond First Impressions

July 21, 2025June 16, 2025 by Acey Gaspard
Watercolor illustration of diverse coworkers sharing a warm, empathetic moment in a modern office setting.

A powerful workplace story about how one manager misjudged an employee’s quiet behavior—until empathy revealed the truth behind her actions.

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A Retail Story on Why Small Visual Details Make or Break Customer Confidence

July 21, 2025June 15, 2025 by Acey Gaspard
Watercolor of an ice cream shop employee at a clean counter with a yellow sticky note on the shelf.

A retail customer experience story that reveals how minor visual flaws can harm even the best-designed small businesses.

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Escalate Problems Like a Leader: A Story from the Studio Floor

July 21, 2025June 14, 2025 by Acey Gaspard
Focused music producer adjusting mixing console in studio, watercolor style.

A mixing console failure turned into a career-defining moment when Jake brought strategy, not stress, to his manager. Learn how you can do the same.

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How to Stay Productive During Repetitive Tasks

July 20, 2025June 14, 2025 by Acey Gaspard
Watercolor painting of a young woman working intently on a laptop at a desk with charts and documents.

Discover how a simple micro-break strategy helped one professional stay sharp and productive during tedious work. Practical advice you can apply today.

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How One Interior Designer Grew Faster by Doing Less

July 20, 2025June 13, 2025 by Acey Gaspard
Watercolor illustration of a design team reviewing eco-friendly materials and digital renovation plans.

Danielle’s story shows how saying no can lead to real growth. This business case explores how focus, values, and specialization turned burnout into momentum.

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Reading Eye Movement Cues in Client Meetings: What They’re Really Telling You

July 20, 2025June 12, 2025 by Acey Gaspard
Businesswoman glancing down during financial discussion while advisor observes nonverbal cues attentively.

Discover how small shifts in eye movement can expose hidden emotions and help you navigate sensitive business conversations with more confidence.

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A Lesson in Data Accuracy, Verification, and Safeguards

July 20, 2025June 11, 2025 by Acey Gaspard
Artistic boardroom scene illustrates the professional fallout.

A story of how one reporting error sparked system-wide change—and the three key lessons every analyst should know about data validation.

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