ArticlesWHY YOU MUST THINK BIG…AND SMALL ABOUT YOUR BUSINESS FOR SUCCESS Friday, May 29th, 2009
Steve Martin’s first huge comedy album was called, “Let’s Get Small.” I think that title is actually great advice for a business, particularly a big company. Because I find that the bigger they are, the worse they are at the small, but really … Tuesday, March 31st, 2009
Old is new again! Back in the “old days” most things were bought on cash but if you didn’t have the cash to buy, retailers came up with a system called a lay-a-way plan. The retailer held the goods and you made payment to them. … Wednesday, February 11th, 2009
I always love the New Year. For me, late December and early January have always been a time of intense planning. What changes should I make for the New Year? What are my income goals, and how do I plan to get … Celebrity Branding You™ – Isn’t He Just Talking About Personality Driven Marketing? Wednesday, February 11th, 2009
I was being interviewed on Inc. 500 CEO, Chris Hurn’s Small Business Success Strategies series, last week and he asked a question that I answer all too frequently in person, but I’m sure many of you have never heard my answer. What he essentially asked me … SEVEN MAJOR BUSINESS MISTAKES EVERYONE MAKES, AND HOW YOU CAN AVOID THEM! Wednesday, December 24th, 2008
When the economy gets tough, some businesses cut back on marketing along with their other costs, thinking they can lie low and wait out the next opportunity. There are two mistakes with this kind of thinking to discuss, even before we get to the … Celebrity Branding You™ – The 8th Deadly Sin: ThoughtSourcing Wednesday, December 24th, 2008
This year has flown by, but I’m happy to say that I accomplished many of my goals; and I hope you have too. I’ve met many of the greatest minds in business, and I’m very optimistic about what the future holds for all of … Celebrity Branding You™ – How Failure in My Kitchen Can Give You Success In Your Business! Friday, December 12th, 2008
Let me tell you how my kitchen reminded me of one of the most important business lessons you can learn. You see, my wife and I recently threw a birthday party for our youngest son, Bowen, for his first birthday. Call me crazy, … The Next Big Thing – Business Vision Friday, December 12th, 2008
I talk about Business Vision often. Sometimes people think I am just seeing things that aren’t there, and shake their head. Unfortunately for them, I have learned that learning to look at your business objectively, and with a fresh eye, allows you to discover unique … Is Your Area Exclusive Coaching Group a Franchise? Thursday, November 27th, 2008
If you have a coaching group or you are considering having one this question has very likely crossed your mind. It certainly has for our clients. The answer of course is that it depends. The good news is that you can, with reasonable care, keep your … InfoLaw Update: Data Breach Legislation Wednesday, November 26th, 2008
Attention: Database Owners/Users Two more states have adopted laws requiring database owners (and in some cases, businesses that just store and maintain database lists) to notify everyone on their list of a breach to the database. Additionally, you must notify the attorney general of your state … Non-Disclosure Agreement Warning! Monday, February 18th, 2008
It seems as though it has gotten to be that every time you go to a business meeting someone wants to whip out a Non Disclosure Agreement (NDA), and ask you to sign it. Don’t! Having said that we know that from a practical standpoint there … |
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