Opportunity

Put More Money in the Bank by Treating Salespeople Right!

Salespeople have been given a bad name. It is depicted in The Music Man, the musical decrying the manipulating tactics of… Read More

7 years ago

Your Attitude Can Predetermine Your Business Success

“You’ll never make it with that attitude!” You’ve heard it in sports. You’ve heard it in school. And you may… Read More

8 years ago

Want to Get Stuff Done? Pick Up the Phone!

Personal business experience has proven to us that face-to-face meetings are the most productive for breaking the ice with a… Read More

8 years ago
Terms That Can Hurt Your Business and Undo Your Good WillTerms That Can Hurt Your Business and Undo Your Good Will

Terms That Can Hurt Your Business and Undo Your Good Will

You won’t get too much argument against the proposition that an excellent customer experience results in return customers, loyalty, and… Read More

9 years ago
It’s Easier to See Opportunities When You’re Moving Toward a GoalIt’s Easier to See Opportunities When You’re Moving Toward a Goal

It’s Easier to See Opportunities When You’re Moving Toward a Goal

We are frequently asked by aspiring entrepreneurs, “How do I spot the next big opportunity?” The short answer: do something,… Read More

9 years ago
Happy Old Year! Be Thankful for What Went Right to See More Go Right!Happy Old Year! Be Thankful for What Went Right to See More Go Right!

Happy Old Year! Be Thankful for What Went Right to See More Go Right!

It’s easy to get carried away with the new prospects for the New Year. After all, this year is over… Read More

9 years ago
5 Ways to Become Indispensable5 Ways to Become Indispensable

5 Ways to Become Indispensable

People often ask us what the characteristics of an ideal employee or outsourced service are. The answer is they should… Read More

10 years ago
A Message to the GraduatesA Message to the Graduates

A Message to the Graduates

We attended the Stanford Commencement ceremonies to support our young friend Zach Stuart who was graduating in Mechanical Engineering. He… Read More

10 years ago
Success Requires Diligent Preparation and CommitmentSuccess Requires Diligent Preparation and Commitment

Success Requires Diligent Preparation and Commitment

“Luck is what happens when preparation meets opportunity,” is a quote from the mid-1st century Roman philosopher, Seneca. The idea… Read More

10 years ago
Gaining Traction in the Marketplace takes Tenacity and FocusGaining Traction in the Marketplace takes Tenacity and Focus

Gaining Traction in the Marketplace takes Tenacity and Focus

You may hear about a brand that “just took off.” From our perspective, very few brands just take off. What’s… Read More

13 years ago