In the early years of the technology era, computers were feared by many in the workforce. In retrospect, computers did eliminate many jobs, but for each job they eliminated, more than five were created in the technology industry. T... Read More
Best selling author Harvey Mackay asked a successful salesperson friend of his how many calls he made on a prospective customer before he gave up. His friend told him, “It depends on which of us dies first.” While selling is truly an art, there are some guidelines that can help you and your company improve the top line.... Read More
Purdue University basketball legend John Wooden asked the following question: “Why is it so difficult to realize that others are more likely to listen to us if first we listen to them?” His reputation as a leader, both on and off the basketball court, has withstood the test of time. Maybe that is why Sports Illustrated chose him as the greatest coach of the twentieth century.... Read More
“The true purpose of a business is to create and keep customers," said management guru Peter Drucker. As a business owner or manger, if you lose them, don’t excuse them. Get them back!... Read More
In early October, The Conference Board indicated there is a ninety-six percent chance the United States will experience a recession within the next twelve months. By taking the proper approach, your business can strive to thrive during and after any recession.... Read More
The hybrid work week is here to stay. In the largest study to date, Harvard Business School researchers concluded that the post-COVID hybrid work week is not only here to stay, it might indeed be an optimal solution for the employer and the employee.... Read More
Bill was a mentor to some of the richest, brightest, and youngest leaders in Silicon Valley. He spent decades working with names like Steve Jobs of Apple, Eric Schmidt of Google, and Sheryl Sandberg of Facebook.... Read More
The good news is, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, almost 80% of businesses survive their first year. Fifty percent survive their fifth year. The bad news is, only 30% survive their tenth year of operation. Businesses need to constantly try new things and strive for growth. As the saying goes “You grow or you die.”... Read More
“If you want one year of prosperity, grow grain. If you want ten years of prosperity, grow trees. If you want one hundred years of prosperity, grow people.” That ancient proverb is applicable today, as it was thousands of years ago, maybe even more so, when it comes to working with people, versus having them […]... Read More
There is more to our workforce than just red, white, or blue collar workers. As we celebrate the birthday of our nation, it might be the right time to re-introduce some old terms and a new one with regard to the various workforces that are developing in this country.... Read More
