The Entrepreneurial Edge
What Is Think Like An Owner?
November 1, 2026
Think like an owner (TLAO) is a mantra and concept that focuses on shifting an individual's mindset to complete ownership of everything they do in their…
MIKE STULL / SPEAKING · COACHING · ADVISORY services
Think Like
An Owner!™
More initiative. More purpose. More possibility.
Bring an entrepreneurial mindset to your organization – and help people see the value they can create in any role.
For corporate teams, business associations, and universities.
See possibility.
Take initiative.
Create value.
01 / SPEAKING
A fresh perspective.
A practical next step.
Help your audience connect what they do every day with the difference they want to make.
THE SIGNATURE PRESENTATION
Think Like An Owner!
An ownership mindset begins with how you see your work. Mike connects meaning, personal brand, and entrepreneurial thinking with the everyday choices that create value.
Through reflection, conversation, and action planning, participants explore how to spot opportunities, take initiative, and contribute to the bigger picture.
Keynote presentations
Interactive workshops
Leadership conversations
01
Corporate leaders & teams
Build a shared language for initiative, responsibility, and innovation in the work people already do.
02
Associations & chambers
Connect entrepreneurial thinking with building a business, leading people, and contributing to a community.
03
Universities
Help students, faculty, and staff connect their purpose and development to the value they can create.
SPEAKING REEL
See the mindset
in action.
A short look at Mike’s speaking style, audience interaction, and practical takeaways.
Think Like An Owner! video coming soon!
02 / THE OWNERSHIP MINDSET
Care about the outcome.
See your part in it.
You can be entrepreneurial in any role. An ownership mindset combines a wider view of the organization with a personal commitment to making a contribution.
01
Connect with purpose.
Consider what matters to you, how it connects with your work, and the contribution you want to make.
02
Act on opportunity.
Look beyond your immediate tasks. Ask better questions, solve problems, and consider the long-term value of your decisions.
03
Make progress tangible.
Choose a meaningful goal, define how you will recognize progress, and identify an action for the next 7–14 days.
OWNERSHIP NEEDS THE RIGHT CONDITIONS.
Meaningful autonomy, aligned values, a commitment to learning, and support from the organization help people turn intention into action.
03 / MEET MIKE
An entrepreneur’s outlook.
An educator’s approach.
Mike Stull brings more than 40 years of business and entrepreneurial experience to conversations about work, leadership, and growth.
His career spans a wide range of experiences, including leadership in manufacturing, consulting, economic development, and entrepreneurship education. He helps people connect ideas with the choices and actions that move them forward.
At Cal State San Bernardino, Mike is the founding director of the Randall W. Lewis School of Entrepreneurship and Innovation and director of the Randall W. Lewis Center for Entrepreneurship.
EXPERIENCE BEHIND THE IDEAS
40+
years across business,
entrepreneurship, and education
Builder & leader
Experience in business and the development of entrepreneurship programs recognized globally for innovation and excellence.
Award-winning entrepreneur and educator
Winner of the EY Entrepreneur Of The Year™ Award and recipient of multiple teaching awards, including CSUSB’s highest honor – the Golden Apple Award for Teaching Excellence.
04 / SENIOR ADVISORY & COACHING
An owner’s mindset.
A clearer path forward.
Bring an ownership mindset to the decisions shaping your business. Mike works with regional business owners and leadership teams, including startups, on strategy, priorities, and growth.
Engagements are shaped around your business and the decisions ahead.
Senior advisory
An experienced outside perspective as you evaluate opportunities, refine your strategy, and plan for growth.
Strategy & priorities
Growth opportunities
Business direction
Business coaching
Work through your goals, clarify the choices in front of you, and turn priorities into practical next steps.
05 / IDEAS TO PUT TO WORK
Keep the thinking going.
Articles, videos, and practical resources for bringing an ownership mindset to your work.
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ENTREPRENEURSHIP AT CSUSB
A university connection.
A shared commitment.
Explore Mike’s work in entrepreneurship education and business support through CSUSB.
Randall W. Lewis School of Entrepreneurship and Innovation
Randall W. Lewis Center for Entrepreneurship
University programs are offered through CSUSB. This website is Mike Stull’s independently operated professional platform.
LET’S START A CONVERSATION
What’s your
next move?
A fresh perspective for your audience. A clearer direction for your business. Tell Mike what you have in mind.
Speaking · Senior advisory · Coaching
START WITH AN EMAIL
Let’s talk about what you have in mind.
For a speaking engagement, a few details will help Mike understand your event:
- Your organization and audience
- The event date, if known
- Location and format: in person, virtual, or hybrid
- What you would like the audience to take away
For coaching or advisory support, share a little about your business and the decisions ahead.