by Barb PrattAs the Project Manager, your two key responsibilities are to create an excellent project plan and to manage your team to execute that plan successfully. If you have had extensive project management training or if you are in the bowels of a super-huge project right now, it is very possible that you […]
by Fabienne FredricksonQUOTE: “People will go where they are given 1ncrease” - Napoleon Hill
Too many solo-entrepreneurs, especially women, tend to downplay their successes. They either don’t stop long enough to see how much they’ve actually accomplished, or they’re too shy to share with others how well things are going, for fear of bragging. And yes, […]
by Jeff JarredTo qualify, a company or producer must agree to certifiably adhere to a set of environmental, labor and developmental standards set forth by the standard setting and certifying arm of Fairtrade known as FLO-CERT International. By qualifying and labeling their products in this way, participating companies are then able to gain access to […]
by Tom LambertDeflation -the dangerous downside of recession- can be a real business killer. Deflation has been tackled in the past by Central Banks ‘printing money’, effectively causing inflation. Governments seem to believe this should be done again. But does history support this view?
The Japanese experience suggests that the “printing money” approach does not work […]
by Tom LambertThe world’s stock markets currently seem to compete only on their ability to panic, while Warren Buffett gently advises that “there are bargains to be had out there.” A few ‘movers and shakers’ are listening. Others - generally the far less successful others - insist that indebtedness is understated, economies will collapse in […]
by Ann Golden EgleI hope you’re sharing the experience of this gorgeous autumn weather the Pacific Northwest is blessed with today! I have a fun ‘thought’ to share with you, especially if you are considering a change of any sort.
This past weekend I toured beautiful vineyards in the Walla Walla wine country. For those of […]
by Dhyan AtkinsonI am rarely caught totally off guard by one of my clients but it happened recently. “I just can’t bring myself to use the “B” word about myself,” she whispered.
“The “B” word?” I thought ( …and I bet your mind and mine jumped to the same first guess!) but the first word […]
by Teodorico HarescoTeodorico T. Haresco, Jr., in his recent Chaikofi branch inauguration, was the man of the hour. Popular social, business and political personalities, nay celebrities, thronged to the new, more pleasant watering hole in Metro Manilas social scene. Celebrities were pleasantly honored to shake hands with the man. For Haresco is no mere coffee […]
by Bret LawsonThe following information is a brief summary of how electronic document management systems can store and secure a database. Security may be administered through profiles, user templates, and databases. Some applications may offer all of these levels while others are limited to one or two. Systems that include Profile and User […]
by Chris WoodheadAccording to the American Hospital Association sixty percent of hospitals in the US lose money providing patient care; this really is a shocking statistic especially in this time of economic downturn and highlights the inefficiencies in the administration processes going on in US Hospitals.
If you have ever been treated at a hospital in […]
by Christopher CarterVirtual offices, also called shared office space, and executive suites or serviced offices, provide temporary facilities for organizations setting up operations in a new location or space for additional personnel.
The key word here is temporary, says Mark Bassil, co-founder and vice president of MAiSPACE, a Mt. Olive, NJ, based manufacturer of modular office […]
by Pankaj KitBPO Companies came into existence in late 1960s, but the offshore BPO Companies started operating in the last decade. Companies have had tremendous success in last 10 years or so. Let us discuss few details about the same.
BPO Companies are categorized as follows: 1. Offshore BPO Companies 2. Onshore BPO Companies 3. Near […]
by Stephen NelsonWhether or not you agree with Barack Obama, if you’re a successful business owner, you need to plan now to minimize the tax increases an Obama administration seems sure to implement. Why? A bit of upfront planning could easily save you tens of thousands a dollars a year–in some cases, for decades.
Recognize Capital […]
by Christopher CarterModular open office panel systems are offered by a variety of manufacturers. Office managers and planners are confronted with a bewildering array of designs and price options. Purchasing decisions have grown more complex with the need to accommodate the massive increase in intelligence being accessed by employees. The term […]
by Fabienne FredricksonQUOTE: “Until one is released, step by step or all at once, from the roots of fear-based thinking, no amount of Mo-ney will give prosperity. This is fact…” - Anonymous
Even though I’m totally unplugged from what’s going on in the world, by choice, stuff is still trickling in. You see, I’ve made a […]
by Christopher CarterWhen Sherman Health, one of largest networks of medical care facilities in the far Northwest suburbs of Chicago, was constructing a 25K sq. ft. Ambulatory Care Facility, it had three main goals: to help service the community on a local outreach basis, to provide excellent healthcare services, and to stay within budget while […]
by Sam VakninDan Doncev is a former CEO of Makedonski Telekom, a former member of Macedonia’s parliament, and a columnist in Fokus, Macedonia’s largest newsmagazine.
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I have often accused Trajko Slaveski, Macedonia’s Minister of Finance, of mismanaging the economy. But, you got to hand it to him: he has a great sense of humor. On Saturday, […]
by Linda FeinholzI just finished unpacking my bags after six weeks of travel. As I put things away I found myself reviewing whether it had been worth carrying each item with me for the duration of the trip. I kept thinking back to my vision for them all those weeks back.
Luggage, and how we use […]
by Salil PillaiIn a recent survey conducted by one of the top Business to Business portals, was able to find that there was 140% increase on international traders seeking the help of B2B portals for their business needs. The sudden increase in demand of premium memberships has in fact, spurred the portal to learn more […]
by Roger KilmerIt is good to be involved with charities and causes. Sometimes it is difficult to think of new ways to promote your causes. Other times, you just want to make money to support your favorite charities. You can use koozies to do both.
One way to both raise money and promote your charity is […]