Archive for September, 2007

September 2007 - Seven Tips for Everyday Problem Solving

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Let’s face it, if you run a business you’re going to run into problems. Of course some of those will be more difficult than others, and some may even be “opportunities” when examined more closely. Problems nonetheless, and every business has them, and every business leader must resolve them. So, a real competitive advantage for […]

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August 2007 - Gain Commitment From Your Associates - One Step at a Time

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I recently met with a business owner who was lamenting that his employees, all long-term associates with this relatively successful professional services company, were not as committed as they used to be. The example he gave me to prove his point was that his top three people were not taking accountability for specific action items […]

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How much is NOT CHANGING really costing you?

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Successful entrepreneurs and business owners are typically trail blazers when it comes to accepting and embracing change. Some would argue they thrive on it. In any event they understand that technology, systems, culture, customer expectations, etc. are always changing – for better or worse – and one of their most important jobs is to determine […]

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