The Ten Keys to Maximizing Employee Performance (13 Jun 2006) 1. Let people know what you expect. If people know what's expected of them, that's what they'll do--if they don't know what's expected, they'll do something else. Communicate clear and unambiguous pe...
The Thick Line Between Buddy and Boss (13 Jun 2006) I have made just about every business blunder you can imagine. I am like the Evel Knievel of the small business world, if Evel Knievel wrote a weekly column on motorcycle safety. One of the more unpleasant things I've had to do is fire a good friend who was not doing the job I hired him to do. He needed a job, I needed an employee, so I thought I would give him a shot.
The Top 10 Requirements for Your Business to Become and Remain Profitable (13 Jun 2006) We live in a relentlessly competitive world. The daily pressure to work "better, cheaper and faster" can make even talented business owners and entrepreneurs lose site of first principles. As you cope with the decisions and details of running your business, focus on the fundamentals! Regardless of the type of business or the products or services you sell, here are my suggestions for the Top 10 Basics that will make your fortune:
The Top 10 Things They Don’t Teach You In Business School (13 Jun 2006) Having taught in the business program at the university level as an adjunct faculty member for over 20 years, I have come to the conclusion that we really don't prepare our students for the reality of business. It is all about case studies, simulations, problem-based learning and "the flavor of the academic month"-distance learning. I propose we go back to the basics to educate and facilitate real-life learning. Exposing business students to real-life learning enables them to become a true asset to any organization. Through my research, I have found 10 factors that differentiate a "cookie-cutter" business grad from a "street-smart" rising star for any organization.Read more…
The Top 5 Signals That Your Business Is Running You (13 Jun 2006) Starting your own business is a great undertaking but running the day-to-day aspects of your business is the true challenge you will face as an entrepreneur. Do you find that the business you started to suit your lifestyle somehow taken over your life and home? If this sounds familiar, then your business is running you. Learn how to run your business again with these top five warning signs and helpful tips.
The Top Six Reasons to Buy Rather Than Build an Inventory Management Solution (13 Jun 2006) The issues that companies face when they decide to build a solution in house are numerous: Scarce development resources, project cost overruns, delivery delays, unexpected technical issues, long-term maintenance issues. For these reasons, you should consider purchasing your inventory management solution.
The Top Three Problems IT Managers Face and How to Overcome Them (13 Jun 2006) Todays business environment has changed drastically from just a few years back. Rather than working exclusively with equipment, data, and systems, todays IT managers face issues such as cross trainin...
The Walmart Cult (13 Jun 2006) The Cult: Becoming a part of the Cult, consists of being recruited a member of the cult, as a person that can be relied on to assume responsibilities and accomplish all or almost all things requested.
The Wheel of Success (13 Jun 2006) What can business learn from the way that sports coaches use of The Wheel of Success? How does this proven technique work? Why does it not always work in the business environment even when managers work so hard? What is the missing ingredient?
The “Better People” Fallacy (13 Jun 2006) Marketing and management think that better people on their side than on the competitor side is their biggest weapon. But Al Ries emphasis on the point of superiority of number in any battle of war or marketing Author is agree with Al Ries and describe how.
The “Better Product” fallacy (13 Jun 2006) Marketing people think that better product will win the day for them. Philip Kotler says, "Marketer too much concentrates on product". Marketer concentrates more one ups that ...
Think Before You Talk (13 Jun 2006) Article is an excerpt from "Business Secrets Men Don't Tell Women" revealing how women and men view self-employment differently! Book by Gina Novelle and will be available in 2005. See her website at www.thirdpocket.com for current ebook on MLM's Get Free Advertising!
Think Twice Before Selling ROI (13 Jun 2006) 511 words. Abstract: Lots has been written about using return on investment calculations as a sales aid, but a common flaw can push your buyers straight into the arms of your competition. Learn the secret that will enable you to avoid sabotaging sales with ordinary ROI presentations.
This Old Business (13 Jun 2006) Not long ago I was asked to come out and take a look at a business that had been around for about 10 years... but the owner was frustrated with the amount of money he was making. Here is the story ...
Thoughts on Empowerment (13 Jun 2006) Most organizations preach empowerment, but few know how to make it come alive. Here are some ideas that can help you create an organization that allows empowerment to flourish.
Three Business Lessons From The US Postal Service (13 Jun 2006) There was a buzz in the air recently about the US Postal Service. Seems as though they were running into a budget deficit in the billions. The Postal Service claimed they must cut Saturday service t...
Three Foundation Stones for Building Organizational Integrity (13 Jun 2006) When the stock market crashed in 1929, there were a lot of people who lost everything they had. You would think that the result of that event would be complete and utter despair. And, in fact, ther...
