How older Silicon Valley companies are changing their Culture to attract more good workers. From SJ Mercury News 08 Sept 13 enhanced by Peter/CXO Wiz4biz Latest Perks in Silicon Valley Older tech companies are competing with Facebook, Google & young Startups for good talent. Here’s what they’re doing or offering …
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 …
. . . and How to make them Work for you. from Working Moms only.com 10/10 enhanced by Peter/CXO Wiz4biz 7/13 “I don’t have one” was her response when I asked to see her business plan for her new company. You may think this is normal for a first time …
from Shearon for Schools.com 9/13 enhanced by Peter/CXO Wiz4biz Background: The Author Donald T. Phillips of “The Founding Fathers on Leadership” begins by setting the stage for the American Revolution. He notes that the key leaders of the Revolutionary War were mostly businessmen – who were being severely affected by …
a 4 part Mini-Series on the History Channel 10/12 enhanced by Peter/CXO Wiz4biz 9/13 “The Men Who Built America” is a book & 4-part Mini-Series that air 10-11/12 on the History Channel. It covers the period of time generally referred to as the Industrial Age [late 1860s after the Civil …
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 …
from Big Little Man.com Blog 8/13 enhanced by Peter/CXO Wiz4biz Using Persuasiveness for Influence is one of the most important skills anyone can learn because it is useful in countless situations. At your business, at home, & in your social life, the ability to be persuasive & influence others can …
A practical approach to Strategic-Thinking, Problem-Solving, & Decision-Making. Training that’s absolutely “critical” for every manager or owner !!! from National Seminars Training.com 7/13 enhanced by Peter/CXO Wiz4iz 8/13 Strategic Thinking Essentials · Open minds are essential! · Challenge conventional thinking · What’s your Vision? · Thinking big and broadly · …
from Workforce Central Florida 8/13 enhanced by Peter/CXO Wiz4biz Nobody is perfect. You are constantly learning faster, smarter and more efficient ways to do your job, and the same is true of your employees. Ongoing training is becoming a popular trend in the workplace to help keep your workforce updated …