Execs frown on reading e-mail in meetings

Nearly 9 out of 10 executives say it’s common for business professionals to check their e-mail during meetings, although about a third of them totally disapprove of the practice and say e-mail devices should be turned off and not brought to a meeting. In a...

Millennial generation loves challenges

Sometimes called “Generation Y” or the “Echo Boomers,” these individuals were born between 1979 and 2000. The earlier Millennials are the newest members of our workforce and are often the children of the Baby Boomers. They represent a large...

Would a consultant help your business?

Running a business is complicated. It takes many skills.  Most business owners don’t possess all the abilities required. While employees can sometimes fill the gaps in the owner’s skill set, at other times, hiring a consultant may make sense. When are...

Would a focus group help your sales?

Everybody knows how to increase revenue. You just:  Increase consumption per existing customer Get new customers Retain current customers so you are not just treading water But how do you do those things? You might discover the answer through customer focus...

Tighten your expense account policy

When expense accounts get padded, it’s often because employees are given too much control over the process. Here are some tips for tightening your policy.  Develop a clear, written expense account policy and have employees sign it. It doesn’t hurt to...

Marketing Your Website

While budgets are still tight, companies are looking for more cost effective ways to market their business. That’s where your website comes in. The true beauty of online marketing is the multitude of choices available that are cost effective. Below is a list of...