from What Best Managers know &do.com 08 Sept 13 enhanced by Peter.CXO Wiz4biz What is a Manager? One element of being a manager that lures many to the profession is the idea of having some real “authority”, of being in control of something and of having the power to give …
from Blog Constant Contact.com 11 Sept 13 enhanced by Peter/CXO Wiz4biz Are you trying to “aggressively” sell your product or services and finding that few prospective clients–even those who are clearly in your target market–are not buying? Or, maybe you’re struggling to find new Clients because you’re afraid that if …
from LA Times 5/12 enhanced by Peter/CXO Wiz4biz 9/13 Instead of marketing research or management presentations about product ideas, Intuit conducts 10,000 hours of what Smith calls “Follow me Home’s” each year, in which employees observe customers at home or at work. The goal is to understand their pain points, …
You Don’t Have a Plan !!! from Linked IN 09 Sept 13 enhanced by Peter/CXO Wiz4biz That’s one of the more memorable expressions I’ve heard over the years, and it’s a great reminder to always have a Back-up Plan – for strategies for your Business. The theme was brought to …
Compiled by Peter/CXO Wiz4biz 7/13 7. Ask Women, because men have one big funda- “mental” flaw (among many [Wiz4biz]. Most men don’t care about practical things and the long-term consequences. If something is active, men want part of the action – good or bad. They don’t investigate it that well. …
from iPlanner.net 6/13 enhanced by Peter/CXO Wiz4biz 9/13 Industry-Specific Risks The risks & challenges section of the Business or Project plan should discuss industry-specific risks. One of those challenges is industry competition. Although it is expected that competition will be mentioned as one of the risks, enterprise strategies for competing …
. . . to Reach our Goals by Author Heidi Grant Halvorson – who is a motivational psychologist and researcher. She writes about the scientifically-tested strategies we can use to be more effective reaching our goals at work & in our personal lives. She’s funny, smart, & down-to-earth. 04 July …
Authored by John C Maxwell, enhanced by Peter Wiz4.biz 9/13 10 Traits are discussed, by Author John Maxwell, that an individual needs to focus on – in life – in order to become more effective in their leadership roles. Chapter 7 – Developing your Most Appreciable Asset – People No …
from People-first Productivity Solutions 13 July 13 enhanced by Peter/CXO Wiz4.biz 9/13 Contrasts of MANAGERS & LEADER continued M7: Consistencey – dictated by Co.Policy L7. Seeks Change – if needed – to make things better for Cust, Co or Employees M8: Focuses on Goals for Improvement L8: Focuses on Goals …
from Small Business Chron.com 7/13 enhanced by Peter/CXO Wiz4biz 9/13 Marketing Plan is an essential element of a Business Plan for a new small business. The MP describes the products & services of the business, identifies the customers, and creates a strategy by which to market the business. A MP …
from Startup Daddy.com 5/08 enhanced by Peter/CXO Wiz4biz 9/13 Is the Name available? In your State? The first place to check is with your state’s Secretary of State (CA). You can usually do this online. You will want to check if there are any other registered entities (Corporations, LLCs, etc.) …
Streamlining Tasks to Improve Efficiency from Mind Tools.com 9/13 enhanced by Peter/CXO Wiz4biz Since Operations (processes) are 80% of your Business [BusinessInsider.com], they should be high on your Priorities for Improvement. Once you’re into somewhat of a stable situation, you’ve probably setup processes in a system, to make your business …
from “Managing for Dummies”, 2nd Ed 2003 enhanced by Peter/CXO Wiz4biz 9/13 1. What is a Leader? a Manager who has a (+) outlook, is confident, takes responsibility for his actions, has ability to influence others, is planning for the future. 2. Manager vs Leader. Good Managers take their current …
The best Defense is a good Offence – a pursuit of Excellence, Spoiling your Customer !!! Compiled by Peter/CXO Wiz4biz 9/13 1. Know your Company. What does your Brand stand for? I that the perception you want? Do you need to change it or promote it as is? 2. Know …
Compiled by Peter/CXO Wiz4biz 9/13 Membership on an Organization’s Board carries significant prestige – beyond the average person’s talents & traits. When you’re looking for a Boring, er Bored, no, Board Member, what should you be looking for? 1. Respect & Visibility in the community (local, regional, national or industry), …
from a Survey of INC Magazine’s Top 500 fastest growing companies 9/13 enhanced by Peter/CXO Wiz4biz NOTE: 67% (2/3) of Leaders read Magazines about Leadership or study Leadership. Q1. What’s your Leadership Style? 60% Visionary (see long-term big Picture, Inspire others) 24% Democratic (encourage Feed-back, Participation) 14% Servant (help Team …
. . . that’s okay. There are other Factors more important then the Myths about Innovation!!! from INC Magazine 9/13 enhanced by Peter/CXO Wiz4biz Myth #1. Innovation is Disruptive !!! (not always) Big break-thru’s may be a harder change to acceptance by an organizaton. Smaller changes are easier to adjust …
from INC Magazine’s top 500 Companies by Growth 9/13 Compiled by Peter/CXO Wiz4biz Average Growth of these 500 was about 3000% in 3 years. These are Targets for your Startup. The Founders of these 500 were asked the following Questions. [Most significant answers are provided. For more details, go to …
from Google + 2/13 enhanced by Peter/CXO Wiz4biz 8/13 The most common question entrepreneurs ask me, is “How can I improve my marketing with no or little money?’ That’s literally the million $1M dollar question! So I sat down & hammered out my 50 best ideas. Skim them or read …
Strategies for Creativity from one of the Greatest Inventors ever & the founder of General Electric from Strategic Busness Stream 7/13 enhanced by Peter/CXO Wiz4biz Today, I will be sharing with you some of Thomas Edison’s quotes and business lessons. I hold the advice and words of Edison in high …
from Blog of Dr Shannon Reece 3/13 enhanced by Peter/CXO Wiz4biz 8/13 19. Twisplays Boot-strapping Try to pre-sell your product or service. That will give you valuable feedback on it’s acceptance, + you’ll get marketing & sales experience – and maybe even some income. Started pre-selling as are developing your …