Unless you own a retail store, you’re a caterer, or a Christmas tree salesman, December tends to be one of the slowest months for businesses. Is it because we’re all distracted by the holiday parties and the shopping? Or perhaps we’re exhausted from the 11 month race and just need to take a rest before … Read more
November 11th is Veterans Day, and an opportunity for us to give thanks to those that served our country. Veterans Day began in 1919 when President Wilson declared the 11th hour, of the 11th day of the 11th month as Armistice Day; when fighting ended in World War I. After World War II, this was … Read more
Money is great! It can buy you the material things you’ve always dreamt about. It can buy you the freedom to work when you want, where you want and doing the kind of work you want. However you all would probably agree with most that there is one thing that money can’t buy…TIME. Having Time … Read more
No successful person ever got to where they are alone. Somewhere along the way you had some help. Did you notice and acknowledge the other person? Were you grateful for the assistance you received? Remember back to your first job. You were probably a teenager, maybe working in a retail store, mowing lawns or waiting … Read more
When building your brand, team, company, and reputation, consistency is the key to your success. Without it, there is no foundation to build on. Changing your logo, message, or branding too often will confuse the customer and they will find another option. In addition an inconsistent behavior with your staff will sometimes result in them … Read more
Research from the Bureau of Labor Statistics show that Americans work more than in any other country. They take less vacations and retire at a later age. So when did we go from working to live, to living to work? Despite all of our “serious” advice at ActionCOACH intended to give you more time and … Read more
The two most dangerous words you can say or think when someone is speaking are “I know”. By responding to someone with these words whether you are actually saying it or just thinking it, what is happening is that you are thinking more about how you are going to reply than actually listening to them, … Read more
I can’t tell you how many times no matter how big or small an organization is – lack of proper communication most always seems to be a hot topic. Effective communication is absolutely crucial to the success of any organization. Good, positive communication will motivate your staff. Whereas negative harsh communication and gossip or even … Read more
Are you striving for excellence in your business? We all say that we strive for excellence however we often fall short, peter out, make excuses and then settle for “good enough”. The fourth of ActionCOACH’s 14 Points of Culture is Excellence; “Good isn’t enough. I always deliver products and services of exceptional quality that add … Read more
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