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- Success or Satisfaction? - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2013 from Morrin BassIt is an adventure, writing an article on my special presentation Success Or Satisfaction. Everyone wants them both, success and satisfaction. And everyone questions, is it possible to have them both? But nobody thinks that satisfaction is possible along with success. I know many people ...
Views: 1422(1 vote) - Does Your Business Need Some Pruning To Grow Successfully? - by Submitted on Aug 28, 2013 from Jennifer HazlettDuring a recent masterminding session I attended via web conference with fellow online solopreneurs, we discussed the topic of 'Growing Successfully'. We were asked to come up with the analogy of what our business would look like if it were a tree. I immediately envisioned the maple tree in my ...
Views: 1420(1 vote) - Manager's Corner - How Managers Develop Their Employees - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2008 from Liz WeberWe're working with several organizations helping them prepare their next tier of managers to eventually take over the senior leadership positions. However, before we focus on developing this next tier of managers, we spend a good bit of time working with the current senior leadership team to ...
Views: 1420(2 votes) - This Might be the Reason You're not Achieving Your Goals - by Submitted on Nov 17, 2014 from Lisa MininniApproximately 80 percent of people never set goals for themselves. Even more surprising, of the 20 percent of the population that does set goals, roughly 70 percent fail to achieve the goals they have set for themselves. Yet, most business professionals claim to understand the importance of ...
Views: 1420(1 vote) - Factoring Your Small Business Receivables - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2011 from Karlene Sinclair-RobinsonBy Karlene Sinclair-Robinson Over the years I have asked business owners, “What do you know of Factoring?” Many times the answer is “I have never heard of it”. For those who answered, “I know little about it”, this is for you, too. Factoring your small business receivables is when you sell ...
Views: 1419(1 vote) - How Does Credit Counseling Work?: 7 Facts You Should Know - by Submitted on Oct 29, 2018 from John McConnellOn average, every household in America carries over $137,000 in debt. That totals in the vicinity of 1.02 trillion dollars of collective debt. Debt can be something that is a necessity when you run a family and have important expenses that need to be addressed. Debt can also be a byproduct of ...
Views: 1419 - What Modern Marketers Can Learn From A 100 Year Old Artisan Auto Maker - by Submitted on Aug 21, 2009 from Geoff FickeH. F. S. Morgan launched his eponymous car manufacturing company in England in 1909. For a century, through world wars and great economic turbulence, Morgan Motor Company has produced some of the most stylish, desirable automobiles ever produced. Unless you are a classic car enthusiast, you ...
Views: 1418(2 votes) - Uncertainty Planning Strategies - A Fresh Look - by Submitted on Aug 12, 2008 from Robert (Bob) CannonEnergy prices are changing daily. The capital markets are in free fall. There is talk in Washington of nationalizing everything from Energy to Medical Care to the Banking System. Our courts have become political entities rather than judicial entities. Technology is changing so rapidly that a ...
Views: 1416 - Fire Your Broker Immediately - A Financial Mentorship Program is the Wave of the New Paradigm - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2009 from SCOTT LIFERAs we enter into the summer of 2009 our entire socioeconomic lives are feeling the strain of the financial meltdown. There has never been a better time to rethink and reposition our efforts and mindset with respect to our portfolios, or lack thereof. The old school concept of financial broker ...
Views: 1413 - Laddering Investments For An Even Gain - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Jason CardonisWe all tend to jump the gun on some things in life for one reason or another whether its love, buying, and sometimes investing. While we won't be covering love and buying, we will be talking about how to properly plan out investments through patience, and a proper investment strategy. For ...
Views: 1413(2 votes) - It's About the Economy, Stupid - by Submitted on Nov 08, 2010 from Adam Hartung“It’s the Economy, Stupid” was the driving theme used during Bill Clinton’s winning 1992 Presidential campaign. Following the dramatic changes produced in Tuesday’s American elections, this refrain seems as applicable as ever. Two years ago Americans changed leadership in the Presidency, ...
Views: 1409(3 votes) - Key to making Plans Implementable - What does it mean to me? - by Submitted on Aug 08, 2008 from Asanka JayaratneIn the world of decision making if there is one question you can ask before deciding to on a new operation plan for your company what would it be? Most people might say, What is the bottom line or what is the ROI? But beyond anything the most crucial question you should be asking yourself and ...
Views: 1409 - How to Manage Channel Partner Portal Conflict? - by Submitted on Sep 04, 2013 from Walt RobertsonIt's of great importance to stay in touch with the concerns such as simply how much the parent company as well as its partners have led to the sales in order that it gets simpler to manage a distribution channel more appropriate manner. If you can't maintain the a record of this kind of matters, ...
Views: 1407 - Manager's Corner Article: Succession Planning - Your Next Big Project - by Submitted on Aug 19, 2008 from Liz WeberEvery day, there are stories in the media discussing the importance of succession planning, yet many of us business owners aren't paying heed. According to a global study released by Korn Ferry International, "40% or less of organizations today have a capable CEO-in-waiting." Also, according to ...
Views: 1405 - What Matters More to Motivate Millennials? - by Submitted on May 26, 2015 from Lisa MininniAccording to Pew research, for the first time, the millennial generation, those aged 18- 34, are now the largest segment of the workforce. If you worked with millennials, you might not be surprised to learn that millennials have a reputation for being married to their phone, using them to ...
Views: 1405 - Find Your Niche Market Through Lead Generation - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2011 from Matt HallaranFinding your niche is the first step to doing successful marketing. Unless you know your target market, you will not be able to direct your campaigns properly. Today, lead generation adopts the power of the internet; thus making it so much easier for you to define the demographics. But how can ...
Views: 1402 - Is Your Business Ready for 2010? - by Submitted on Jan 01, 2010 from Lorraine PirihiOver the next few weeks, anything can change in your business. You’ll find that people often make decisions about what they will and won’t be doing in the new year. You will want to make sure that your business not only survives but thrives next year. It’s imperative that you put time aside ...
Views: 1402(1 vote) - The Simple Way to Practice What You Preach - by Submitted on Mar 07, 2010 from Alicia ForestAs I'm wrapping up a slew of private retreats with clients this month, it's become clear that it's time for me to get focused on practicing what I've been preaching - or more specifically, to put myself through the same intense process and plan that I take my clients through. This thought ...
Views: 1401(4 votes) - Go On A Debt Diet to Achieve Financial Freedom - by Submitted on Jan 02, 2013 from Samantha SeiffertIf you want to achieve financial freedom, you may want to adapt the same principles as getting your ideal weight. If you think about it, they are both hard, require discipline and a lifestyle makeover to maintain a debt free life. When you go on a debt diet, you need to decide for yourself ...
Views: 1399(1 vote) - Online Marketing Success Is An Evolution! - by Submitted on Aug 20, 2012 from TJ PhilpottAchieving marketing success on the internet is not something that just 'happens' but rather is the culmination of your time and effort! When you plan your business you are also going through a period of self evaluation as to your commitment, which is necessary if any money is to be earned! In ...
Views: 1398 - An incredible way to grow your business - by Submitted on Dec 17, 2014 from Kathleen GageOver the past couple of weeks I’ve hosted open Q&A calls where I hop on the phone and those who join in can ask me as many questions as they have in the time allotted. I’ve been offering these with no opt-in and no replay. It’s amazing how many people are showing up live. I suppose it’s because ...
Views: 1397 - Global Buy Leads - Initiating Increased Awareness Towards Global Trade - by Submitted on May 10, 2010 from Emily RalphGlobal business refers to the economic phenomenon through which, different national economies integrate into international economies via trade, investment and spread of technology. Global business works on the internationally accepted principle of expanding multinational corporations to expedite ...
Views: 1396 - Have a Do Not Do List - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2009 from Bryan BecksteadIncreasing your productivity hinges on your ability to not keep making the same mistakes over and over again. The people who learn from their past mistakes are the people who will move forward much quicker than those who do not. There is a saying, “If you do not learn from History, you will be ...
Views: 1396(2 votes) - Fueling Innovation with Collaborative Relationships - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2010 from David NourAs a new divisional leader, how do you quickly uncover and leverage knowledge, experience, and specific expertise across the different parts of your organization in an effort to not only retain your best customers, but also to expand your mind share and wallet share within each of your most ...
Views: 1395 - Goals + Action Plan = A Game Changer For Your Business! - by Submitted on Oct 15, 2014 from Susan RegierThere are only a few weeks left this year…how’s your business doing? Are your sales where you want them to be? Have you reached the goals you set for yourself (you do set goals, don’t you)? Autumn is a time for change. It’s a great time to evaluate what you’ve accomplished so far and ...
Views: 1393 - Paying for College: Evaluating Your Financial Aid Package - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2011 from Jeff MictaborProspective college students who have filled out their applications for federal student aid (the application known as the FAFSA) should now be receiving information about their financial aid packages for the upcoming school year. College financial aid packages usually contain a combination of ...
Views: 1392 - Small Business Debt: Know Your Debt Relief Options - by Submitted on Jan 24, 2013 from Samantha SeiffertPutting up a business can be a huge gamble. You have to be very careful because you could lose the investment that you shelled out for it. Having a small business entails a huge responsibility. It can get a bit stressful - especially when you are just starting. That is also true when your ...
Views: 1391(1 vote) - How are Social Networks Useful According to Sally Dasouki - by Submitted on Jan 25, 2018 from Sally DasoukiHi I am Sally Dasouki and I am here to talk about the hot topic of the month i.e. Social Network! Social networking is a way for one person to meet up with other people on the internet. That's not all, though. Social networking sites are today used for multiple purposes. People can find new ...
Views: 1389 - How a Corporate Mentoring Program Prepares Employees for Success - by Submitted on Mar 06, 2011 from Cecile PeterkinIn business, making sure that you are taking steps to ensure your company’s continued success is important. One of the best steps that you can take when you want to know that your staff members have what it takes to keep things running smoothly is to implement a corporate mentoring ...
Views: 1388(1 vote) - Article Marketing Tips - Quantity and Quality are the Keys to Succeed - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2011 from Sean MizeEvery day, I get emails from different people asking me for article marketing tips. Some of them are growing tired and impatient of not getting their desired results even after several weeks of writing and distributing articles online. Are you one of them? Then, these tips are for ...
Views: 1386(1 vote) - 5 Spring Things the Positively Successful Do to Grow - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2014 from Joey FaucetteThe snow finally melted to reveal a spring-like day. The calendar called my wife and I to activity—to act on our plans for the blueberry bushes to grow fruit. Positively successful people understand that it’s a process to grow personally and professionally. They Work Positive with themselves ...
Views: 1382 - Re-branding: From stodgy to sensational - by Submitted on Oct 15, 2010 from Diane CraigCreating the right image is a powerful tool for success. This is as true for corporations as it is for individuals. Over the last few months, I’ve been fascinated to watch as traditional retailer Talbots re-branded itself from a chain for conservative, some would say stodgy, sixty-somethings to ...
Views: 1382(1 vote) - The Red Team: A Simple But Effective Method to Improve Mission Planning - by Submitted on Oct 27, 2011 from James MurphyThe May 1, 2011 mission to find Osama Bin Laden has become one of the most celebrated military mission planning successes in recent memory due to the utilization of a little-known and seldom-used practice called the Red Team. The mission was a daring raid executed by the courageous members of ...
Views: 1382 - Five Common Traits of Pivotal Contacts - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2010 from David NourPivotal Contacts are thought leaders among their peers. They have developed deep subject matter expertise, have proven themselves in situations requiring a balanced approach between strategic vision and tactical execution, or simply have access to influential relationships. They are commonly ...
Views: 1381 - 3 Budding startups in India – 2017 List - by Submitted on Jul 03, 2017 from Supriya Nigam1. Rooter Rooter, a Mumbai-based social engagement app for sports enthusiasts, has raised a substantial quantity of financing from consumer electronics producer Intex. "Intex's comprehension of the smartphone world in Tier-2 and three cities of India can help us to market and develop Rooter," ...
Views: 1379(1 vote) - How Your Blog Statistics Can Help You Improve Your Traffic - by Submitted on Dec 15, 2009 from Carma SpenceDid you know that your blog's analytics can tell you the best time and best topics to increase traffic to your site? It's true, for those statistic can help you write posts that people want to read and when they'll want to read them! The statistics you want to pay particular attention to ...
Views: 1374(2 votes) - Crossing Boundaries with Mentoring - by Submitted on Mar 06, 2011 from Cecile PeterkinDiversity in the workplace is extremely valuable - provided of course that all of the members of your team are making a strong contribution and are willing and able to learn from what others have to offer. After all, workplace diversity brings together those with different levels of education ...
Views: 1370(1 vote) - A Successful Business Strategy: There Are No Competitors Only Partners - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2011 from Kim Kirmmse TothDoes that sound pie in the sky to you? Does that make me sound like I don't live in the real world of business? Trust me I do, after 25 years of working for myself, this has become more and more clear to me. Even as a therapist in private practice, it was a competitive world. In the world ...
Views: 1364 - Alternatives to six percent commission - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2011 from WEE DILTSRecently the State of Colorado made some rulings that will most likely do away with the FSBO Flat Fee entry only MLS listing services. Other states may follow suit. This appears to be an attempt to return to the old rigid six percent MLS listing model, a more traditional approach, where the ...
Views: 1364(1 vote) - Why Your Online Brand Is Important - by Submitted on Jul 27, 2010 from TJ PhilpottWhy should anybody be concerned with their online brand? Aren't there other aspects of Marketing on the internet that are more important than online branding? Well this is a loaded question that will require a little bit of an explanation. The fact of the matter is that online branding plays a ...
Views: 1362 - What is Your Value Proposition and Why Do You Need One? - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2009 from Cheri AlguireYOU know how special you are. YOU know that you outshine the competition. The question is: does your potential client? Helping clients understand the value you provide to them is essential in prospecting and keeping business. Let’s face it: consumers have plenty of YOU to choose from, and ...
Views: 1359 - The Secret to A Breakthrough Year - by Submitted on Nov 21, 2014 from Lisa MininniWhen building your business, the fastest way to grow it is to focus your energy on activities that attract clients and bring in cash flow. Yet, you may often find yourself choosing a certain activity instead of the results-oriented activities you should be working on. Although you may have ...
Views: 1358 - ***Owning a Small Business - by Submitted on Jun 30, 2009 from Donna PriceA business that is run privately, with relatively small income, small investment, and fewer workforces is categorized as a small business. In many countries, small businesses are common, and their operations largely depend on the economic system. They are typically privately operated ...
Views: 1357 - Productive…or not… it’s your choice - by Submitted on Jan 24, 2015 from Kathleen GageSeems lots of people are “doing it differently” in 2015. No resolutions, no goals, no pen to paper with “this is what I am going to do.” There’s a trend underfoot of simply going with the flow. Not that there is anything wrong with going with the flow… people have been doing this since the ...
Views: 1357 - Use Mentoring with Team Building to Achieve Strong Teams - by Submitted on Mar 06, 2011 from Cecile PeterkinWhether you are a fan of baseball, football, soccer or basketball, one of the things that you’ll notice is that only the teams that work well together are able to come out on top. As you strive to achieve all the goals you have set for your business, one of the things that you’re going to want ...
Views: 1357(1 vote) - Paying for College: Using Employment Prospects to Drive Decisions - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2011 from Jeff MictaborFor college students who are approaching graduation, the employment picture may be looking slightly better than it has in the past couple of years, as the country slowly recovers from the Great Recession. This recovery doesn’t mean, however, that job prospects are rosy; it just means that new ...
Views: 1354 - Avoid duplicate content: find how it is possible - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2010 from Fabio PizzolittoMore and more webmasters create sites based on publicly available information, like data feeds, articles, news or blogs. The result is the proliferation of sites with duplicate content, which provide information already available on the web. In case that these sites are based only on news or ...
Views: 1353 - Outsourcing Effectively – How to select the best for your project - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2011 from Hugh StewartI've written before on outsourcing and delegation,and I encouraged business owners to define their Unique Ability and hire others to do the rest. A powerful tool for finding a contractor is an online outsource platform called www.Elance.com. Elance is essentially a virtual marketplace that ...
Views: 1348(7 votes) - Diversifying Your Small Business – Part 1 - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2011 from Karlene Sinclair-RobinsonMany entrepreneurs learned early on that diversifying their business was a key strategy to their success. Their current success hinged strongly on how well they were able to adapt and change with the shifting tide of the business world and what their clients demanded of them. Without ...
Views: 1342(1 vote) - Do Performance Reviews Really Work? - by Submitted on May 02, 2013 from Yoon CannonQuestion: “Do performance reviews really work?” — Avril Balderson, CPA Firm in Australia Yoon’s Answer: Avril, my short answer is YES!!!!! They do work! So, why do they don’t work so well for some companies? …What I see is that many companies have performance reviews that just are not ...
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