The truth is, relationships are so imperative in business that without them you will not be able to create a profit. You’ll need to build relationships with many different types of people. Relationships with vendors, contractors, employees, clients and customers are all part of doing business. In fact, some will argue that relationships are one … [Read more…]
I have sold in the retail market, millions of fresh roses and fresh flower bouquets successfully for 32 years. I bought a retail nursery and florist across the street for one of Connecticut’s largest cemeteries, on a busy route that had several thousand vehicles pass every day. I made deals with all the flower wholesalers … [Read more…]
In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, there’s a key element that stands between the ordinary and the exceptional: HR training. It’s the magic elixir that can transform teams, ignite innovation, and propel businesses forward. This article unravels the multifaceted world of HR training, showcasing how it’s not just an operational necessity, but a strategic powerhouse … [Read more…]
Can you define exactly what makes up a business strategy? Some people say no, but we think you can. In fact, we believe a valid business strategy has five components: Your company’s current or desired core competencies A description of how you will differentiate vs. competitors The industry or industries in which you intend to … [Read more…]
Have you ever thought of turning your hobby into an income generator? Maybe, at one point then dismissed the thought thinking that it is impossible to make it big with a handmade business. Earning a living by sewing from scrap is barely realistic. You have to remember that everything big started small. And what a … [Read more…]
In our data-driven era, businesses constantly seek innovative ways to optimize relationships with customers and partners. A key tool that seeks to revolutionize business interaction and engagement is the relationship mapping software. Such innovative software not only helps businesses identify and track their relationships with customers, stakeholders, and competitors but also analyzes these relationships to … [Read more…]
179 Starting your own business can be a thrilling leap into personal and financial freedom. However, adequate planning and preparation are key to turning a business dream into a profitable reality. It involves taking steps such as crafting a business plan, understanding the legal aspect of business operations, identifying the potential market, assembling your dream … [Read more…]
158 In the dynamic and rapidly evolving world of modern business, leaders encounter the formidable task of not only proficiently overseeing their organizations but also safeguarding their enduring viability and expansion. This necessitates the adoption of a strategic approach that transcends transient gains and concentrates on formulating resilient and forward-looking strategies. At the heart of … [Read more…]
First published in Exchange, the magazine of the Brigham Young University School of Business, the following twelve categories were developed to cover the root or cause of most ethical business dilemmas that one might encounter in their jobs. I have summarized them to keep them short and simple. 1. Taking Things That Don’t Belong To … [Read more…]
So you may have started to look around for a way to make some additional income. You want to make good money and be your own boss. How about starting your own decorative concrete molds business?? What do I need to get started? Well most of these items you may already have around your house … [Read more…]