31st December
2011
Today's competitive marketplace for consulting services is no
longer responsive to the marketing strategies that worked in the
past. The services you provide should speak volumes about your
consulting business. Think about what happens when you hear
phrases such as, 'the ultimate driving machine', 'Don't leave
home without it', and 'Just do it'. Chances are good that you
can immediately associate them with BMW, American Express, and
Nike. These companies have mastered 'brand brilliance.' ...Read the rest of this entry »
Business
30th December
2011
As experienced professionals in the Direct Selling Industry, we
have observed the winning traits of successful distributors. Our
findings show what predominant characteristics are shaping the
future of our industry.
Action - nothing will happen without it. Action is your
commitment to make your business a success; your ability to make
things happen is the result of your actions. "Things may come to
those who wait, but only what's left behind by those who
hustle." --- Abe Lincoln
Attitude - ...Read the rest of this entry »
Business
29th December
2011
Serious Business by Bob Osgoodby
It's no secret that the US economy has slowed down, but the
stock market does appear to be on the rebound. Thousands of
companies however, are still struggling, and are being forced to
cut costs, decrease benefits, and even lay off employees. Many
of those who lost their jobs, will try their hand at doing
business on the Internet.
It seems however, that lately I've been hearing a great deal
about the difficulty of doing business online. Put aside the
talk about ...Read the rest of this entry »
Business
22nd December
2011
Change or Die! To Change Your Organization, Hire a Business Coach
By David s. Levine
It is a common business axiom ' change or die. As a small or
mid-sized business owner or a manager, there will be times you
will need to make changes in your organization but may not be
sure how to go about it. Change is hard to implement and even
harder to sustain. Think about all of the people who have
trouble sticking to a diet or quitting smoking or keeping up
with an exercise program, let alone just ...Read the rest of this entry »
Business
17th December
2011
Who Said Small Business Was Fun and Freedom
Learn from Nature - How to Win Fun and Freedom
You're working all hours and have no friends or hobbies. Your
family think you're a distant relative.
You complain about not being able to find time to make
improvements to your business.
You dash from one crisis to the next. Embarrassing and costly
mistakes are being made by your staff. Cost and time lost to
rework creeps higher.
You even begin to revel as an expert fire fighter or
trouble-shooter. ...Read the rest of this entry »
Business
15th December
2011
What makes a great business - longevity, contribution made to
society, a happy place or exciting place to work? It is a
difficult question but the answer lies mainly with the
customers, owners and staff of the business.
Lets start with customers. From the research I have done with my
own customers here are the four factors, which in the minds of
customers would make your company great.
Compassion - approachable; dedicated; very personal; always
helpful and responsive; committed always have time ...Read the rest of this entry »
Business
14th December
2011
You have pushed your cost cutting measures to the limit.
Competitive pricing still keeps a full-court press on every move
you make. You have launched new products, but this initiative
barely keeps you in the game. Clearly the explosive, seemingly
easy, growth-rates of the 90's have drawn to a close. Finding
more ways to drive profit appears daunting. Remember that
capitalism requires two things - growth and profits from any
business wishing to remain viable. As you enter the 21st
century, how ...Read the rest of this entry »
Business
13th December
2011
Education
12th December
2011
Too many people are now suffering from e-mail anxiety due to
what they think to be great products or mlm programs that they
have found on the internet. Here you may find some steps to
avoid developing this disorder.
Are you suffering from e-mail anxiety? If you are not sure then
ask yourself a few questions.
1. Have you recently encountered what you think to be a really
great business opportunity or product that you would love to
resell online? 2. Have you created a web page and began ...Read the rest of this entry »
Business
11th December
2011
So often we, as online business owners, fall victim to the hype
surrounding the latest buzzword or idea. It's a truly pitiful
state of Internet affairs when we can't distinguish sound truth
from blurred theory. So what is the truth surrounding one of the
most talked about Internet catch phrases, "multiple streams of
income"?
In all actuality, the idea of multiple streams of income is not
a new concept. Those who have been successful in business (in
life for that matter) have long understood ...Read the rest of this entry »
Business
9th December
2011
A common hazard faced by new entrepreneurs is a lack of faith in
the power of their offer. Many business people lose focus
because they are worried they won't generate enough cash flow
from their core product. They attract potential customers with
outstanding expertise but then muddy the water by trying to sell
anything those customers want, regardless of how it fits into
their business plan. This is confusing, both for the customer,
who doesn't really know what type of business you have, and ...Read the rest of this entry »
Business
8th December
2011
Education
7th December
2011
The biggest crime in small businesses today goes unnoticed by
most outsiders. It is not reported in the media. There are no
police reports filed and companies do not even mention it on
their websites. People don't talk about it on the street and
employees often overlook it. Even though this crime is rampant
among small businesses, it's presence is so subtle that many
business owners fail to recognize when it is happening!
Unfortunately, this crime is the same one that is most likely to
kill a ...Read the rest of this entry »
Business
5th December
2011
In our role as succession managers,when we develop and implement
a succession management strategy for the management team of a
family business, we also know that a critical requirement for
the next generation of the family is to have a succession plan
for the CEO of the "family" too. We refer to Mom as the CEO of
the business family - the "Chief Emotional Officer". Mom is
often the peacemaker in the family. She usually has more
leverage with dad than the kids and can influence how and when
dad ...Read the rest of this entry »
Business
4th December
2011
The Game Plan ' the Difference Between Small Business Success
and Failure
It is an American dream to own a business. But sadly, according
to the U.S. Department of Commerce, only 1 in 5 businesses is
still in business 5 years after it opens.
A business needs a great business plan, but it doesn't give
management enough information to have a successful, profitable
business. You dramatically increase your chance of success with
a game plan. According to a PriceWaterhouseCoopers survey, over
half ...Read the rest of this entry »
Business
3rd December
2011
Self Improvement
3rd December
2011
Part 2 of 5 On The Home Business Set-Up Guide
Dear Reader, These articles will provide a step by step guide on
how to start and run a home based business based on my
experiences and other home business owners. This is part 2 in a
series of 5 articles. They are written in a basic format and
where possible main points are summarised in an attempt to be
understood by all. I have tried to minimise the technical jargon
as much as possible.
So lets jump right in and see what we need to know ...Read the rest of this entry »
Business
1st December
2011
Marketing