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Posted by ducttape under Marketing
From http://www.ducttapemarketing.com 5272 days ago

Some pretty big changes are brewing over at Facebook and I’m working on a full coverage type of piece, but for today I wanted to jump in and cover one little change that makes some sense for you Read More

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An Employer, Not An Employee

Posted by Barneyausten under Management
From http://bloggertone.com 5272 days ago

Understanding and appreciating the difference between being an employer rather than an employee is key to your business success. Has your mindset changed? Read More

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Sales Tip A Day: How to Get Found - Get your name in directories

Posted by argentisgroup under Direct Marketing
From http://www.salestipaday.com 5272 days ago

Are you using industry directories to get your name and your companies name out there? Directories are a great way for prospects to find the exact products and services that they want, so if you are Read More

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Weighing the Costs and Benefits of Assessments

Posted by psymax under Human Resources
From http://www.psymaxsolutions.com 5272 days ago

Assessment tools are increasingly being used by organizations to evaluate their employees’ knowledge and skills, interests, values, personality, work ethic and work styles to ensure a proper fit. Read More

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Too Much Communication

Posted by pathenry123 under Social Media
From http://smallbusinesscommunity.blogspot.com 5272 days ago

I typically spend 2-3 hours each week blogging, and maybe another hour replying to comments. I also spend 1-2 hours reading tweets, Facebook updates, blog posts, etc. That's on top of the two hours Read More

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Social Media is a Great Tool for Managing a Crisis

Posted by roseanderson under Social Media
From http://www.zacharyadamcohen.com 5272 days ago

Social media might be the best tool for crisis management because it allows one to both confront critics openly while bypassing them and going directly to the customer. Read More

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Is Social Media Too Big For Its Britches?

Posted by roseanderson under Social Media
From http://www.socialmediatoday.com 5272 days ago

If you’re talking to your boss about social media, and she’s thinking social campaigns and apps, and you’re thinking social CRM, you’re not even having the same conversation.

I’m not about to bani Read More

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Why Social Media is Not Customer Service

Posted by roseanderson under Social Media
From http://outspokenmedia.com 5272 days ago

Reputation management problems often exist because of a significant communication breakdown. A confused consumer could not get in touch with an informed (or caring) representative, a product’s limita Read More

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You can’t benchmark your way to prosperity.

Posted by ScottK under Strategy
From http://www.abonarconsultants.com 5273 days ago

Organizations use benchmarking to try to achieve a number of goals. Lots seem to make sense. It seems sensible to find out how you are performing against competitors. You will find out where you are Read More

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4 Tips to Spark Innovation in Your Small Business : American Express OPEN Forum

Posted by q4sales under Management
From http://www.openforum.com 5273 days ago

Small businesses are the major driver in both job growth and innovation in the United States. Prasad Thammineni gives 4 great nuggets of wisdom and starts with "encourage problem solving..."
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