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Advice

  • 10 Things I Know About... Business Gifting

    Sharon Day March 14, 2016

    Gifting enhances relationships -- if its done correctly.

    Sharon Day March 14, 2016
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    Four ways to prep for retirement in Mass.

    David Borden Special To The Worcester Business Journal March 14, 2016

    A decade ago, a retiree or pre-retiree living in our state could plow a significant portion of their investible assets into a municipal bond or some other kind of fixed-income vehicle and reasonably expect to earn 4- to 5-percent returns year

    David Borden Special To The Worcester Business Journal March 14, 2016
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    10 Things I Know About... Getting the most out of business events

    Maria Mccaffrey February 29, 2016

    10) Decide what kind of networker you are. Be honest with yourself about what type of networking you like and excel at, such as structured (referral groups) or informal (business after hours). Choose events that fit your mold.

    Maria Mccaffrey February 29, 2016
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    State Resource Network can help Central Mass. innovate

    Anne Haynes Special To The Worcester Business Journal February 29, 2016

    Yesterday's innovations shaped today's Gateway Cities.

    Anne Haynes Special To The Worcester Business Journal February 29, 2016
  • 101: EXECUTING STRATEGY

    Susan Shalhoub Special To The Worcester Business Journal February 29, 2016

    Having a strategy is one thing, but implementing that strategy in an effective manner is critical to see results. Otherwise, your strategy is just a plan never adequately put into action.

    Susan Shalhoub Special To The Worcester Business Journal February 29, 2016
  • 101: Military strategy in business

    Susan Shalhoub Special To The Worcester Business Journal February 15, 2016

    The military is regimented and systematic, with tried-and-true operational practices. Can these themes of discipline, accountability and responsibility translate into the world of business?

    Susan Shalhoub Special To The Worcester Business Journal February 15, 2016
  • 10 Things I Know About...Hiring a vCISO

    Michelle Drolet February 15, 2016

    10. A hedge against a breech

    Michelle Drolet February 15, 2016
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    Deal with roof snow before it becomes more expensive

    Scott Lacourse Special To The Worcester Business Journal February 15, 2016

    After a relatively mild start to the winter, Central Massachusetts has been hit by significant winter storms since early February.

    Scott Lacourse Special To The Worcester Business Journal February 15, 2016
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    10 Things I Know About...Visual communications

    Denise Carr February 1, 2016

    10. They influence.

    More than one-third of buyers associate sign quality with quality. The wide spectrum of visual messaging influences perception in countless ways.

    9. They guide buying decisions.

    Denise Carr February 1, 2016
  • 101: Team accountability

    Susan Shalhoub Special To The Worcester Business Journal February 1, 2016

    It's one thing to set goals and priorities for your team in 2016 and each sales quarter within. It's another thing to set up an environment of accountability to give those goals and priorities the best chance possible of getting accomplished.

    Susan Shalhoub Special To The Worcester Business Journal February 1, 2016
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    How to deliver superior customer service

    Madeleine Ahlquist Special To The Worcester Business Journal February 1, 2016

    Today, every business should consider itself to be part of the hospitality industry.

    Madeleine Ahlquist Special To The Worcester Business Journal February 1, 2016
  • 101: FOSTERING CREATIVITY

    Susan Shalhoub Special To The Worcester Business Journal January 18, 2016

    Encouraging employees to think creatively is more than just a feel-good, nice thing to do. It's a solid business practice that can improve your bottom line and help your teams work together more effectively.

    Susan Shalhoub Special To The Worcester Business Journal January 18, 2016
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    10 Things I know about Business Security

    Michelle Drolet January 18, 2016

    10. Everything is connected.

    As the Internet of Things adds more and more devices to our networks, it creates more doors and windows for cybercriminals. Keep them locked.

    Michelle Drolet January 18, 2016
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    Engage your core audience's senses at trade shows

    Amadeus Finlay Special To The Worcester Business Journal January 18, 2016

    Without a doubt, trade shows are the most boisterous marketing strategy available to a company's arsenal.

    Amadeus Finlay Special To The Worcester Business Journal January 18, 2016
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    Be prepared by building a crisis plan

    David A. Ball Special To The Worcester Business Journal January 4, 2016

    What is most valuable in your business? Is it your talent, your equipment or your physical plant? Chances are, it is your reputation, which can quickly be undone in the event of a crisis. Whatever crisis may occur – fire, flood, employee misconduct

    David A. Ball Special To The Worcester Business Journal January 4, 2016
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    101: VIRTUAL TEAMS

    Susan Shalhoub Special To The Worcester Business Journal January 4, 2016

    Managing virtual team members in different locales is becoming more and more common for companies which, thanks to the Internet, are no longer restricted in outsourcing to top talent.

    Susan Shalhoub Special To The Worcester Business Journal January 4, 2016