Ways to Protect Your Business Security

Nov 6 2009    Buying a School

by Ronald White

Seldom thought of as an investment, private occupational schools can be a rewarding business for owners. This article analyzes the investment and provides due diligence and administration tips for owners.

Nov 6 2009    Does an Applicant's Education Predict Job-Related Intelligence?

by Michael Mercer

This article discusses the issues of pre-employment tests, intelligence and education as prediction for job success.

Nov 6 2009    Hiring a Winning Team: How Three Types of Women Entrepreneurs Put it Together

by Michele DeKinder-Smith

When it comes time to hire a team to implement a business' game plan and strategy, the business owner often has to have in place her own system for creating a team that will not only carry out what she wants, but will complement her unique style and mindset.

Nov 5 2009    Why Plan Anything?

by Colin Fell

Planning is simply a means to an end, with the aim being to influence the future by acting in advance. A sound business plan ensures that all key decision-makers have a solid understanding of the business, common fact base, and agree on important assumptions.

Nov 2 2009    Useful Benefits of Business Credit Card for Small Business

by Pamela Williams

Are you applying a business credit card for your small business? First, maybe you should try to look the best advantages that you can get a small business credit card.

Nov 2 2009    Kicking Winning Goals

by Megan Tough

The competition for business is hotting up. The advances in new technology, ease of communication, and increasing expectations from customers have combined to make the marketplace more competitive than ever.

Nov 2 2009    Driving Without a Roadmap

by Megan Tough

For any business to succeed it must know what it is about. It must be able to explain what it is there to achieve, and where it ultimately wants to end up.

Nov 2 2009    10 Critical Elements of a Successful Business

by Megan Tough

The rules that a successful business operate by today are very different from the rules of 20 to 30 years ago. The widespread use of technology has dramatically cut response times and elevated customer expectations of service.

Nov 2 2009    Creating a Vision and Mission

by Megan Tough

For any business to succeed, it must know what it is about. It must be able to clearly describe why it is there, and what it is there to achieve. Developing a vision and mission statement is a way of articulating these ideas to yourself, your custom

Nov 2 2009    Profit Traps in Your Business

by Megan Tough

It's common knowledge that most small businesses fail within 5 years. These statistics are mindblowingly depressing for people looking to start up a new venture. So what goes wrong?

Oct 31 2009    Qualifying a Legitimate Fundraising Company

by Jolian Grant

When trying to maximize you fundraising campaign, you might want to consider a professional fundraising company. How do you choose the best company? What questions should you keep in mind when interviewing potential partners? Read on to find out...

Oct 31 2009    Warning, Values May Be Detrimental to Your Organization's Health

by Pat Lynch

What percent of your employees can identify your organization's values? How many can tell you what each value “looks like” in terms of their own performance? Unless you are able to answer nearly 100%, you may want to consider taking these steps to improve the health of your organization!

Oct 31 2009    Virtual Professional

by Fran McCully

How using a Virtual Professional can save a business owner time and money.

Oct 30 2009    Execution Rhythm Encourages Effective Business Communication

by James Murphy

With so many new gadgets to divert attention and collaboration, a breakdown in effective business communication is bound to happen. But, with the proper preparation, a team can combat these challenges with the "Execution Rhythm" methodology.

Oct 30 2009    Hospitality Executives Under Stress During Stressful Times Need Executive Stress Solutions

by Simma Lieberman

Executive stress is real, particularly true for executives in the hospitality industry... Here are some actions that you can take as an executive to reduce stress, stay focused, and stay present.