Tips from ‘How to Build A Billion Dollar Company from Scratch’ critical today as in 1970s
For more than 40 years, Harry E. Figgie Jr. taught us to be entrepreneurial by following the axioms of understanding opportunities, taking reasonable risks and profitably growing your business. As a refresher and reminder, we often refer back to his teachings as explained in his book, “How to Build a Billion Dollar Company from Scratch.” […]
The importance of data backup and recovery
There are many benefits to cloud-based document management systems (DMS). Possibilities occur when you are able to access data anytime, anywhere. But among the biggest benefits are its backup and recovery features.
Advisory boards: A value creation catalyst for a business when done correctly
A number of factors need to be contemplated if your business is considering an advisory board, but when done right, such a board is a powerful value creation catalyst.
How to find the right mix of assets in your investment portfolio
The complexities of diversification can easily lead investors to have a false sense of security about their wealth building strategy. You have to pay attention to what you own as an investment, why you own it and how it all fits together, says Brandon Strong, Managing Partner at Stonebridge Wealth Strategies.
The 2016 Family Business Achievement Awards
Cuyahoga Community College (Tri-C) and Smart Business present the 2016 Smart Business Family Business Conference, honoring achievement as a family business.
Are you a threat or a liberator?
As a leader, it appeared I was trapped by my own success. However, there are several ways to free ourselves from the trap of being too valuable to let go.
Get in the groove and connect through pulsation
For some of us connecting one-on-one or even within a group is very challenging. But I have another idea for a team-building retreat: Learn to drum together. Connection is easier when you are anchored within your body-mind and drumming does just that.
How cost containment can be part of your targeted health care strategy
Health plans often take a reactive approach to members’ health by intervening only after services are rendered, but with detailed data sets, it’s possible to manage risk before it occurs. HealthLink’s Brian Fallon shares how to determine the most effective cost containment programs for your health plan.
Working with difficult people!
Sales Tip 322 Working With Difficult People! When I look over the past, some of my best opportunities were the result of my ability to work with difficult people. If you have a tendency to avoid people who are difficult, you are also limiting your personal and professional growth. Develop the ability to work with […]
Four steps to rid your company culture of selfishness
You may wonder if you can afford the time, effort, or possibly financial resources to rid your culture of selfishness. Perhaps a better question is, can you afford not to?