From MIT to Apple U, there is a ton of free information out there for those looking to fill gaps in their business education.
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Give Yourself a Present
I’m gonna let you in on a little secret: every day, once a day, give yourself a present.
Read MoreHow Are You Different?
The problem with best practices is that they’re usually someone else’s best practices. You need to find your own best practices and then follow them, hone them and make them your unique brand.
Read MoreNegotiate like a Pro
Quick points on how to improve your negotiation results, as explained by a professor from Columbia University and the NYU Stern School of business.
Read MoreThe Last Days of Trade Shows
Leaving Chicago after last week’s show, I couldn’t help but think about the least well-kept secret in the industry: the last day of any trade show is dead.
Read More5 Regrets of the Dying…
Some of you may be wondering what kind business article this might be. Those who follow my Rant’s know that I often share content that is not typical in business publishing. This is one of those pieces.
Read MoreDoes Persistence Always Work?
I have a plaque in my office that my brother gave me many years ago when I first started in the promotional products business. It’s a poem, authored by a previous president, titled Persistence.
Read MoreSix Things to Not Do On LinkedIn and in Social Media Forums…Think Before You Post!
My last two rants have covered the irritating hijacking of productive online networking discussions. In this Rant, I’m going to offer some basic DON’T suggestions for posting on LinkedIn and in other social media forums.
Read MoreIs The Customer Always Right?
Today, I would like your opinion. Is the customer always right? Or did that age old adage go out with the last century?
Read MoreChess, Real Estate, and What’s Wrong with Your Business Plans
Business or personal finance is a chess match. Constantly thinking fives moves ahead of your competition (and sometimes even yourself) is key.
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