Laura ColeFebruary 6, 2015 Business confidence is continuing to rise on a global scale, as consumers develop a healthier outlook and continue to spend more. This is especially the case in the U.S., where consumer confidence has risen to its highest level since July 2007 and positive business sentiment is also being driven by significant … Continue reading Scaling Your Business Venture: How To Balance Risk With Reward
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Business Can Turn On A Dime
Ryan EstisFebruary 5, 2015 I have a picture frame of a dime sitting on the credenza in my office. Underneath the coin a quote reads: “Business can turn on a dime.” It was a gift from one of the best salespeople I know following her big, record-breaking year. To this day I love what that … Continue reading Business Can Turn On A Dime
The Business Expansion Plan & the Cash You Need to Grow
Business.comFebruary 4, 2015 Your business is growing to the point where you need to expand your manufacturing facilities, distribution capabilities or staff. There’s just one problem: expansion costs money you don’t have; business expansion requires business finance. How do you finance growth without spending more than you might make? The Business Expansion Plan Investors emphasize … Continue reading The Business Expansion Plan & the Cash You Need to Grow
Putting the Seahawks’ Resilience Training to the Test
Casey MulqueenFebruary 3, 2015 In 2014, when the Seahawks claimed their first Super Bowl win in history, many wondered what the secret was behind their newfound success. Coach Pete Carroll credits mindfulness training for his team’s resiliency – their ability to press forward in the face of defeat. Now, one year later, they will be … Continue reading Putting the Seahawks’ Resilience Training to the Test
Write Your Way to a Win: Business Proposal 101
Business.comJanuary 31, 2015 It’s a tough world these days, especially for entrepreneurs who have stiff competition in their business niches. Keeping current clients and adding to your client portfolio is the only way you both stay afloat and grow, and no matter how good your products and/or services may be, there are always competitors who … Continue reading Write Your Way to a Win: Business Proposal 101
What’s the One Thing VCs Love Even More Than Growth?
Bob ApolloJanuary 27, 2015 Of course, every VC wants to see their portfolio companies grow. But as Scott Maxwell of OpenView Venture Partners points out in a persuasive recent blog (link below), companies that deliver predictable revenue are regarded as even more valuable. Now, if you’re still at the pre-revenue stage, your revenue projections have … Continue reading What’s the One Thing VCs Love Even More Than Growth?
Top 5 Consequences of Not Preparing Your Business Transition Plan
Kathy Richardson-MauroJanuary 21, 2015 Business owners are often too focused on day-to-day challenges to plan for the eventual transfer of their businesses. This lack of planning can jeopardize the future of their companies as well as the financial security of their families. Below are the top 5 consequences of not preparing a Business Ownership Transition … Continue reading Top 5 Consequences of Not Preparing Your Business Transition Plan
Are You Managing Your Business Processes?
Alex EspensonJanuary 20, 2015 In order to become and remain successful and competitive, businesses must continuously improve their processes. Failure to do so is likely to result in higher costs, lower revenues, less motivated employees and fewer satisfied customers. Business Process Management (BPM) is a powerful tool businesses can use to keep all aspects of … Continue reading Are You Managing Your Business Processes?
Reviewing the Business Case for Lean Six Sigma
Chris ReesJanuary 19, 2015 SigmaPro uses a five phase approach to developing a sustainable approach to performance improvement. Review – the Organisation to determine strengths, weakness and opportunities for improvement and establish the business case Align – thinking at senior level to ensure that there is support to take action Launch – the initiative by … Continue reading Reviewing the Business Case for Lean Six Sigma
Eight Trends That Will Impact Field Service in 2015
John CameronJanuary 16, 2015 With so many advanced tools now available to fine-tune operations, field service organizations have reached an unprecedented transformative stage. By leveraging technology trends such as the Internet of Things, advanced analytics and smartphone and tablet integration, these organizations are reinventing themselves as predictive, rather than reactive, operations. In the coming year … Continue reading Eight Trends That Will Impact Field Service in 2015
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