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Actual for You - Does Your Culture Support or Sabotage Your Strategy?
Have You Always Thought That The Best Ideas Come From Research Or Management? Think Again
Many entrepreneurs and chief executive officers are unaware that there are many factors that put ordinary workers at a great advantage over R&D and management when it comes to generating useful improvement ideas and even new products ideas for a corporation.The people in research are usually hindered by the fact that it is difficult for them to stay in touch with the day to day running of the business and the problems that arise. Usually they will be following and developing a particular idea. In today’s fast-paced world it is not uncommon for ideas to become obsolete even as they are still on the drawing table or in the development stage in the R&D department.Management has plenty of other things on their plate to really be in the proper frame of mind to develop useful ideas for a business.This in sharp contrast to the ordinary worker who has plenty going for them. It has been proven time and again that the most useful ideas for cutting costs, developing new products and ideas that increase profits usually come from ordinary workers in a corporation.Admittedly this
fore, cost) in looking to the future and creating a strategy and strategic plan? I Many entrepreneurs and chief executive officers are unaware that there are many factors that put ordinary workers at a great advantage over R&D and management when it comes to generating useful improvement ideas and even new products ideas for a corporation.The people in research are usually hindered by the fact that it is difficult for them to stay in touch with the day to day running of the business and the problems that arise. Usually they will be following and developing a particular idea. In today’s fast-paced world it is not uncommon for ideas to become obsolete even as they are still on the drawing table or in the development stage in the R&D department.Management has plenty of other things on their plate to really be in the proper frame of mind to develop useful ideas for a business.This in sharp contrast to the ordinary worker who has plenty going for them. It has been proven time and again that the most useful ideas for cutting costs, developing new products and ideas that increase profits usually come from ordinary workers in a corporation.Admittedly this
You're Ready To Sell - But is Your Business?
Proper preparation for the sale of your business is one of the most important things you can do. If you were selling your car, you'd probably vacuum the inside and wash and polish the outside in the hope of selling it faster, or getting a few hundred dollars more-or both. In a competitive business sales environment and a world of ever more savvy buyers, it's more important than ever that you put a little "polish" on your business as well when it's time to sell. Start by putting yourself in the shoes of a potential buyer and ask yourself, "What can I do to make this business more attractive?" You, the seller, are an important part in the overall marketing plan, and your role starts with cleaning up your business-both physically and financially. Remember, as a seller of a business, you are now a retailer in the business for sale market, and the buyer is your customer!!!If you focus on the areas listed below, the chance of selling your business and getting the price you want will go up substantially.Financial RecordsA buyer has to understand t
“An organization’s capacity to execute its strategy depends on its “hard” infrastructure--its organization structure and systems--and on its “soft” infrastructure--its culture and norms.”Proper preparation for the sale of your business is one of the most important things you can do. If you were selling your car, you'd probably vacuum the inside and wash and polish the outside in the hope of selling it faster, or getting a few hundred dollars more-or both. In a competitive business sales environment and a world of ever more savvy buyers, it's more important than ever that you put a little "polish" on your business as well when it's time to sell. Start by putting yourself in the shoes of a potential buyer and ask yourself, "What can I do to make this business more attractive?" You, the seller, are an important part in the overall marketing plan, and your role starts with cleaning up your business-both physically and financially. Remember, as a seller of a business, you are now a retailer in the business for sale market, and the buyer is your customer!!!If you focus on the areas listed below, the chance of selling your business and getting the price you want will go up substantially.Financial RecordsA buyer has to understand t
Amar Bhide
(Harvard and Columbia)
Is your organisation one which invests a considerable amount of time and effort (and, therefore, cost) in looking to the future and creating a strategy and strategic plan? I
Making a Profit or Giving it Away-Humankind and Philosophy in the Balance
Whizzing in perpetual motion the minds of those in the Online Think Tank never stop considering all sides to all issues in their quest to come up with the best decisions and solutions for mankind. Recently a topic came up which pits capitalism against socialism in the ultimate challenge as one gentleman who worked 30 years in an R and D research project is now giving it all away.Thus he stated that giving it away is best for humanity. Well yes in a way it is pretty nice of him. I agree that if you have an idea or concept that giving it is better for humanity and yet there is nothing wrong with making a profit either. I also believe that Bill Gates did give away much of what he produced if you will recall. In fact he did so well the government told him to stop it. No free browsers with the operating systems said FTC.William Gates III continues to give away gifts to the world; he and Warren Buffet. Indeed, I give away lots of information, concepts and stuff as well. Before retirement we gave away our services often as well and carefully to the right people too. Much of the informati
ructure--its organization structure and systems--and on its “soft” infrastructure--its culture and norms.”Whizzing in perpetual motion the minds of those in the Online Think Tank never stop considering all sides to all issues in their quest to come up with the best decisions and solutions for mankind. Recently a topic came up which pits capitalism against socialism in the ultimate challenge as one gentleman who worked 30 years in an R and D research project is now giving it all away.Thus he stated that giving it away is best for humanity. Well yes in a way it is pretty nice of him. I agree that if you have an idea or concept that giving it is better for humanity and yet there is nothing wrong with making a profit either. I also believe that Bill Gates did give away much of what he produced if you will recall. In fact he did so well the government told him to stop it. No free browsers with the operating systems said FTC.William Gates III continues to give away gifts to the world; he and Warren Buffet. Indeed, I give away lots of information, concepts and stuff as well. Before retirement we gave away our services often as well and carefully to the right people too. Much of the informati
Amar Bhide
(Harvard and Columbia)
Is your organisation one which invests a considerable amount of time and effort (and, therefore, cost) in looking to the future and creating a strategy and strategic plan? I
Call Center Software Downloads
A number of software developers have started renting complete software solutions over the Internet, to reduce the cost of manufacturing and distributing CD-ROM based software packages. This allows call center managers to select the appropriate form of software, based on the number of users and availability of funds.Call centers have the option to purchase or rent a complete CRM package or invest in smaller components, as per their requirements. These software packages can be downloaded from the Internet after the payment is made. The download process is easy, as sellers provide technical support during installation and implementation, to fine-tune the software operations with other information systems being used by the call center.The availability of this call center software has helped in reducing the costs, by as much as forty to fifty percent. Prices are reduced, since they are sourced directly from developers and do not include commission or the expenses incurred on brokers. New call centers benefit the most from online software downloads, as they are affordable and can be adj
ts culture and norms.”A number of software developers have started renting complete software solutions over the Internet, to reduce the cost of manufacturing and distributing CD-ROM based software packages. This allows call center managers to select the appropriate form of software, based on the number of users and availability of funds.Call centers have the option to purchase or rent a complete CRM package or invest in smaller components, as per their requirements. These software packages can be downloaded from the Internet after the payment is made. The download process is easy, as sellers provide technical support during installation and implementation, to fine-tune the software operations with other information systems being used by the call center.The availability of this call center software has helped in reducing the costs, by as much as forty to fifty percent. Prices are reduced, since they are sourced directly from developers and do not include commission or the expenses incurred on brokers. New call centers benefit the most from online software downloads, as they are affordable and can be adj
Amar Bhide
(Harvard and Columbia)
Is your organisation one which invests a considerable amount of time and effort (and, therefore, cost) in looking to the future and creating a strategy and strategic plan? I
Employment Interviewing: Ask For Feedback
Often, after an interview is over, we spend days mulling over what the interviewer may have liked or disliked about our background and how well our skills stacked up against the competition. We remember all the details we forgot to bring up and wonder if that was the decisive factor in our not getting an offer (if we got the job, who cares about the interview?)At the end of any interview, you are likely to be asked if you have any further questions. So go ahead and ask how you did!You might try something along the lines of: "I believe that my skills and experience fit the position you have open but I would really appreciate some feedback from you regarding how you see my strengths and weaknesses and if there is some skill or specialized knowledge I need to acquire to be really competitive in this field."After the initial surprise (applicants rarely ask such a question), the interviewer will tell you what they liked and also any concerns they may have about some deficiencies. This gives you the opportunity to add some information to overcome those concerns, if you can. Then,
organisation one which invests a considerable amount of time and effort (and, therefore, cost) in looking to the future and creating a strategy and strategic plan? I Often, after an interview is over, we spend days mulling over what the interviewer may have liked or disliked about our background and how well our skills stacked up against the competition. We remember all the details we forgot to bring up and wonder if that was the decisive factor in our not getting an offer (if we got the job, who cares about the interview?)At the end of any interview, you are likely to be asked if you have any further questions. So go ahead and ask how you did!You might try something along the lines of: "I believe that my skills and experience fit the position you have open but I would really appreciate some feedback from you regarding how you see my strengths and weaknesses and if there is some skill or specialized knowledge I need to acquire to be really competitive in this field."After the initial surprise (applicants rarely ask such a question), the interviewer will tell you what they liked and also any concerns they may have about some deficiencies. This gives you the opportunity to add some information to overcome those concerns, if you can. Then,
Career as a Car Wash Consultant
Having a career as a car wash consultant can be very rewarding as there are always new car washes going in and one of the 43,000 carwashes in the United States will always need your assistance. How is the pay for a carwash consultant? Well that depends on what kind of a deal you can make with each client and it also has a lot to do with your time availability and if you are willing to travel.There are some carwash consultants who do not travel much and rely on the phone, fax, email and other electronic communications. This is possible, but the real money goes to those who are willing to travel, survey the area and also know how to work the demographic software, get plans submitted and understand all the types of possible equipment and what that equipment can and cannot do.In fact there are many equipment manufacturers who will also pay a commission or referral fee for assisting in bringing buyers and helping close the deal. Often these manufacturers will also hire car washing industry consultants as well and they are willing to pay good money for recruiting new distributors and de
fore, cost) in looking to the future and creating a strategy and strategic plan? I hope so! However, what happens if the plan is not successful and the objectives not achieved? Is the blame put on to the market, the competition, the planners, the staff, or even the plan? The problem may be something more fundamental – the culture is not right for the strategic direction!Having a career as a car wash consultant can be very rewarding as there are always new car washes going in and one of the 43,000 carwashes in the United States will always need your assistance. How is the pay for a carwash consultant? Well that depends on what kind of a deal you can make with each client and it also has a lot to do with your time availability and if you are willing to travel.There are some carwash consultants who do not travel much and rely on the phone, fax, email and other electronic communications. This is possible, but the real money goes to those who are willing to travel, survey the area and also know how to work the demographic software, get plans submitted and understand all the types of possible equipment and what that equipment can and cannot do.In fact there are many equipment manufacturers who will also pay a commission or referral fee for assisting in bringing buyers and helping close the deal. Often these manufacturers will also hire car washing industry consultants as well and they are willing to pay good money for recruiting new distributors and de
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