Forward-thinking supplier companies Archives - Page 5 of 6

Can I Buy You a Drink?

January 17, 2012May 8, 2024 Jeff Solomon, MAS

There have been many articles written on trade shows. I’ve certainly written a few of them myself. But here is one from a different perspective.

Please Visit Our Booth #1234!

January 3, 2012May 8, 2024 Jeff Solomon, MAS

In January we have two significant trade shows in the east and the west. As is the case every year, flurries of e-mails come from suppliers asking that we visit their booths at these shows. The question I ask is why?

Changing Tides… Can You Relate to This?

December 20, 2011May 8, 2024 Jeff Solomon, MAS

At times, most of us ponder the things that drive us nuts as we evaluate our career choice. These days our industry is facing more challenges than we may be accustomed to. How many of the following thoughts have captured your thinking at times?

Another Ignorant Hit to our Industry!

November 22, 2011May 8, 2024 Jeff Solomon, MAS

Once more our industry has suffered a hit, in part because of the lack of understanding about its true value.

What! You Embroidered the Blue Cross Logo in Red!!

October 25, 2011May 8, 2024 Jeff Solomon, MAS

Our business is based on effective communication skills and being able to handle details. Despite our best efforts however, things happen.

Honesty… a Timeless Value

October 11, 2011May 8, 2024 Jeff Solomon, MAS

Having a value system that is based on honesty and doing what you say, to me just isn’t that hard. Lately, a few situations have come up in business that got me thinking about these things and the values I hold with high regard.

Where Were You on That Fateful Day?

September 13, 2011May 8, 2024 Jeff Solomon, MAS

America was changed forever on September 11, 2001. As we reflect on the 10-year anniversary of this tragedy, I wanted to share something we have presented to the FreePromoTips audience for the last few years. I find this story shared by past PPAI Chairman, Paul Kiewiet, MAS to be quite inspirational.

A Supplier Nightmare and Why Should You Go to Trade Shows

August 30, 2011May 8, 2024 Jeff Solomon, MAS

Full disclosure here… I like trade shows. I believe good business is based on strong relationships and trade shows give me the opportunity to meet face-to-face with my colleagues.

I Depend on You… But Do I Trust You?

August 16, 2011May 8, 2024 Jeff Solomon, MAS

At times, this need for dependency, although necessary, is just a bit scary. And our dependency need sets the stage nicely for this rant, which addresses another industry relevant topic… TRUST.

Our Dependency on Each Other

August 2, 2011May 8, 2024 Jeff Solomon, MAS

I’m learning quite a bit about dependency and how that relates to our business lives in addition to our personal lives. My ankle fusion surgery has forced me to be completely dependent on others and I’m taking a fresh look at the concept of being so reliant.