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Advice

  • 10 Things I Know About Information Security

    Patty Patria April 16, 2012

    10. INFORMATION IS VALUABLE.

    Thieves try to steal personal information so they can sell it to others who commit identity fraud.

    9. BREACHES ARE EXPENSIVE.

    Patty Patria April 16, 2012
  • 101: Selling Your Company

    April 16, 2012

    It may be a better time to sell your business now than it was at this time last year.

    April 16, 2012
  • When Disaster Strikes | Why business continuity planning is important and why you need it

    John Grochowalski April 16, 2012

    Contrary to popular belief, most companies and organizations categorize business continuity planning as risk aversion or an insurance policy.

    John Grochowalski April 16, 2012
  • Knowhow: Grow Your Business - Faster!

    Terence J. Shepherd April 2, 2012

    As the economy continues to inch forward at a pace much slower than most of us would like, take advantage of the improving conditions and accelerate your business's growth at a more rapid rate by following four proven action steps.

    Terence J. Shepherd April 2, 2012
  • Harrison Greene April 2, 2012
  • 101: Talking Politics At Work

    April 2, 2012

    The presidential hopefuls will likely be a topic of conversation over the next few months. Candidates and their statements are dominating the media. But should you discuss politics at work?

    April 2, 2012
  • Finding Your Sweet Spot | How to identify and sell your company's unique value

    Jen White March 19, 2012

    Before you launch a marketing or advertising campaign, you must commit to one absurdly obvious exercise. It happens to be the one we often overlook or disregard.

    Jen White March 19, 2012
  • 101: Managing Tough Employees

    March 19, 2012

    Difficult employees can be distracting, bring down your team and undermine your authority as a manager. Experts agree that difficult employees are detrimental to your business if the less-than-desirable behavior not addressed quickly.

    March 19, 2012
  • 10 Things I Know About Building Your Business Online

    Deborah A. Buckley March 19, 2012

    10. FIND A WAY TO THE WEB.

    If you can't afford a website, try such alternatives as blogs, landing pages, local directory listings, Facebook fan pages or groups, Twitter, LinkedIn, Flickr and Pinterest.

    Deborah A. Buckley March 19, 2012
  • 101: Business Card Design

    February 20, 2012

    Networking events always advise attendees to “bring lots of business cards!” But what does it mean to have a business card that strategically markets you to its full advantage?

    February 20, 2012
  • 10 Things I Know About ... Business Taxes

    Patricia L. Jones February 20, 2012


    10. RETIREMENT PLANS

    Contributions to your retirement plan can save on taxes, and you might be able to delay contributions until October. You can get a tax benefit and save for your future.

    Patricia L. Jones February 20, 2012
  • 10 Things I Know About Strategic Communications

    Cindy Wright February 6, 2012

    1. IT’S DRIVEN BY STRATEGY

    Approach marketing communications as an integrated element of your overall strategy. Focused communications inform, reinforce and extend marketing efforts.

    Cindy Wright February 6, 2012
  • 101: Keeping Talent

    February 6, 2012

    In today’s economy, managers can’t assume workers are happy and won’t jump ship. There are some things to look for and build into your “to do” list to ensure staffers feel valued, energized and stick around.

    February 6, 2012
  • 101

    101: Headshot Prep

    January 23, 2012

    Most career coaches say having a professional headshot on your LinkedIn or Twitter profile, or your company website can help get you noticed.

    January 23, 2012
  • 10 Things I Know About Managing Finances

    Bob Ainsworth January 23, 2012

    1. CREATE A BUDGET

    You are what you measure. Prepare a budget that has the same level of detail as your profit-and-loss statement.

    2. REVIEW MONTHLY

    Bob Ainsworth January 23, 2012
  • 10 Things I Know About Public Speaking

    Troy Siebels January 9, 2012

    10. IT CAN BE SCARY AT FIRST

    I read somewhere that the No. 1 fear was public speaking. No. 2 was death.

    9. TALK TO ONE PERSON AT A TIME

    Troy Siebels January 9, 2012