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Fluency of Culture, Not Language, Is Key to Winning Big in Global Online Markets

by Charles WhitemanSeptember 8, 2016 The smartest companies are always looking to reach untapped markets. These days, most are finding success by engaging new global consumers through digital channels. By communicating with online customers in their languages of choice—on their devices of choice—businesses can sell to more markets than ever before. Marketers can face challenges … Continue reading Fluency of Culture, Not Language, Is Key to Winning Big in Global Online Markets

The Essential RFP Checklist

by Bob Apollo July 14, 2016 Follow @bobapolloJuly 14, 2016 It’s becoming increasingly common for organisations to issue formal RFPs as part of their buying decision process. In most public sector establishments and in many large commercial operations, external legislation or internal procedures require that a formalised RFP process be followed for all purchases above … Continue reading The Essential RFP Checklist

6 Tools to Help You Corner Your Share of a $107 Billion Industry

by Susanna Perkins July 13, 2016July 13, 2016 One hundred and seven billion dollars. That’s billion-with-a-b. According to Forbes, that’s the amount spent on online courses in 2015, double the amount spent the previous year and growing. It includes training and courses across industries and at many levels, from hobbies and crafts to college and … Continue reading 6 Tools to Help You Corner Your Share of a $107 Billion Industry

Three Things To Know About Doing Business in California

Daniel Zimmermann Since the 1849 gold rush, California has had a reputation as a great place to seek—and find—your fortune. The Golden State is home to the Golden Gate Bridge, the Golden State Warriors and, in Silicon Valley, golden opportunities. But, as you might suspect, California sometimes operates like its own country, with laws that … Continue reading Three Things To Know About Doing Business in California

Video Conferencing: A Better Way to Conduct Business Meetings

by BusinessVibes January 22, 2016 Follow @businessvibesJanuary 22, 2016 Conducting business meetings can turn out to be a very complicated process, especially in today’s busy world. Yet they are a vital aspect of a business’s welfare, so it is important that they are handled efficiently. Fortunately, advancements in technology have made it possible for businesses … Continue reading Video Conferencing: A Better Way to Conduct Business Meetings

Strategies for Creating the Ultimate Management Consulting Business Plan

by Stephanie Frasco December 23, 2015December 23, 2015 There are many talented individuals with lots of knowledge and experience that work as management consultants. While most of them are great at what they do, there are many who have never created a business plan because it is not something that is absolutely necessary for an … Continue reading Strategies for Creating the Ultimate Management Consulting Business Plan

Tools and Tactics for Shifting from Cost-Cutting to Business Growth

Jo Lynn DealNovember 1, 2015 The law of diminishing returns tells us that cutting costs with your business will have a positive effect, but there comes a point where the ROI begins to diminish. Is your company too focused on cost-cutting to boost revenue and profit? Cutting back on unnecessary expenses, and re-negotiating costly contracts … Continue reading Tools and Tactics for Shifting from Cost-Cutting to Business Growth