There are clear synergies between Relationship Marketing and Social Media Marketing — together they can work together and complement one another across a variety of businesses and industries. However, there are clear advantages to applying them to the Services Industry where there are frequent opportunities for provider-purchaser interactions. Read More
Take a minute to consider the importance of active listening by thinking about how you can be a good active listener in terms of body language--or what you do during communication, voice--how you respond to the speaker, and content --what you say when you respond to the speaker. Active listening is an effective tool to reduce the emotionality of a Read More
Steering is a very valuable activity, whether driving a car or driving a career. But steering won't work if Read More
Recession, recession, recession! That seems to be all we hear anymore. Well, enough is enough. It's time to take our personal power back! So what's a business owner or entrepreneur to do? Get on the "I'm Quitting the Recession" Bus, that's what! Read More
@gerhard20 declares: Ditch the pitch, We are in a conversation economy. The sales pitch is dead. I'd love to believe that, but let's look at some data..... Read More
The majority of small businesses realize the importance of having a solid Web presence that leaves a positive and lasting impression on customers. Many fear, though, that a professionally designed Web site will cost more than what's in the budget. After all, it's easy to look around and find lots of companies that have beautiful Web sites that cam Read More
1. Erosion of Authority, 2. Strong Focus on Self, and 3. Excessive Drive for Achievement are three reasons for the recent outbursts and bad behavior. So what can we do to promote civility? Read More
It is natural for international clients to be curious or nervous and they may have a certain apprehension about doing business abroad if this is their first time, or if it is the first time they are doing business with you. An easy way to build trust is to deliver what you promise. Read More
A simple question about whether your client is happy may not give you the feedback you would need to hear from your international clients. It is important to remember the cross-cultural communication challenges that stop you from learning more about your cross-cultural clients' expectations. Read More
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