Post by Tanya Goodwin-Maslach, contributing Women On Business writer "The long run is what puts the tiger in the cat." - Bill Squires I’m in Boulder, Colorado on business and its cold. I don’t know how I lived in Colorado years ago – I think it was this cold when I lived here then, too. … [Read more...]
Archives for March 2009
Leverage Flexibility as a Differentiator When the Economy is Weak
Post by Liz Cullen, contributing Women On Business writer Last week, Amy Blais discussed our WPEO Awards Breakfast, honoring Women Business Enterprises (WBEs) and corporate sponsors. Leading up to the program, we were apprehensive. Last year was our 10th anniversary and the tone of the event was celebratory. We unveiled a video and toasted our achievements. This year, we knew … [Read more...]
Why it’s Important to Be Specific
I'm in my fifth year of business, which I've heard is a milestone-- if we've made it this far, we must be doing something right. One recurring instance that I've found --in my humble experience-- to be a deal shaper is the skill involved in hiring the right person to do the specific job. Do not hire a plumber to do electrical repair. Do not hire a photographer to do web … [Read more...]
Spring Cleaning Time: 5 Business Organization Tactics that Work
It’s that time of year again…rainy days giving way to sunny skies, winter boots traded for open-toed sandals, maybe even glimmers of daylight still visible when you leave the office. The tradition of “Spring Cleaning” no doubt came from a desire to start fresh after being cooped up inside all winter. March 21st is the first day of Spring, the season of new beginnings. Why … [Read more...]
How to Wow by Frances Cole Jones Now in Paperback
I'm pleased to share that contributing Women On Business writer, Frances Cole Jones', latest book, How to Wow: Proven Strategies for Selling Your [Brilliant] Self in Any Situation, is now available in paperback. The book has been getting great reviews. For example, Jeffrey Gitomer, author of Little Red Book of Selling, said, "Wow is not optional. Neither is this book. Buy … [Read more...]
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FedEx Offers Free Resume Printing March 10, 2009 Only
Via BizJournals.com - With so many people looking for jobs, FedEx is offering 25-free black and white copies (on resume-grade paper) to anyone who brings their resume to one of the 1,600 FedEx Office Print and Ship retail locations during regular store hours on March 10, 2009 only. … [Read more...]
The Importance of Networking in a Down Economy
I think by now we have all accepted the fact that our economy is in crisis and there is not an immediate panacea to catapult us back to financial stability. Every day we hear of more businesses going bankrupt and laying off employees. Perhaps you are lucky enough to be employed or own your own business. Even if you are currently unemployed, now is the time to get out there … [Read more...]
It’s All in the Timing
Post by Frances Cole Jones, contributing Women On Business writer “Timing: the alpha and omega of aerialists, jugglers, actors, diplomats, publicists, generals, prize fighters, revolutionists, financiers, dictators, lovers.” Marlene Dietrich didn’t speak often, but in this instance it was worth waiting for. Because although most of us pay lip service to … [Read more...]
The Easy Button
Even though there really is no "easy button" in business, I bought four of them on Tuesday at the office supply store. Why? Because sometimes I need a distraction to remind me that I may be the one making things difficult. It's my new "distractor" that makes me giggle when I hear it say, "that was easy." But here's why I bought them in the first place. I sat in my boss’s … [Read more...]