Rona Borre – 6 tips to prevent bad hiring decisions
Every firm has set processes in place to weed through potential candidates to get to “the one,” but finding the right match takes proficiency. According to a recent study, 68 percent of businesses have suffered from a bad hiring decision. While one bad hire might not be a disaster, it can certainly wreak havoc on […]
How ‘Bobby’ Schottenstein absorbed the excitement of business from his entrepreneur guides
Robert H. “Bobby” Schottenstein, chairman, president and CEO of M/I Homes Inc., has two mentors to thank for his entrance into the business world — and not surprisingly, he’s had two different careers. His father, Irving Schottenstein, was his biggest influence in the real estate development business. Irving Schottenstein’s first cousin Mel Schottenstein was a […]
Leverity Insurance Group: How umbrella coverage can extend your protection
With juries awarding multi-million dollar verdicts, primary liability insurance policies don’t always cover the entire cost. That’s when umbrella liability, also known as excess liability, can help. “Experienced business professionals understand that the litigious nature of our society combined with monumental liability judgments can be financially devastating to their organization,” says Peter Bern, CEO of […]
C. Richard Weylman: How to determine if you are doing all you can for your clients
When I was the general sales manager for a Rolls-Royce dealership, there was a lot of ways to elevate the customer experience that translate to all facets of business. On one occasion, for example, a client was having a birthday party for his wife. He was sure of the model and color he wanted to […]
Brian Curin: Four steps companies can take to reduce stress in the workplace
Over time, chronic workplace stress can take a detrimental toll on the body — that’s something I learned the hard way. A year ago, at age 38, I underwent lifesaving, open-heart surgery to repair severe blockage in my four main arteries. While I do have a family history of heart disease — mainly caused by […]
Ron Antevy: Make your next tech project a winner
Here is an alarming statistic — more than two-thirds of all technology projects fail. The rollout of new technology is a necessity in today’s business environment, where companies must innovate to grow and remain competitive, but how do you introduce technology into your business the right way? How do you overcome the fear of change […]
Bridge Bank: How to find the right bank that suits your needs
All banks will tell prospective clients they can serve every need. But proper preparation and key questions will reveal whether a bank is the right one for your business. “Banks say they do everything, but you have to find the institution that shares your priorities, and focuses resources in areas important to you,” says Matt […]
Today's Business Products: How to show appreciation for your customer service employees
Customer Service Week, set for Oct. 7 to 11 this year, provides a good opportunity to recognize the efforts of those employees who regularly serve as the face of your company when dealing with the public. “When my dad and I started this company in 1984, one of the things he said to me was, […]
Deborah Sweeney – 4 great ways to improve your entrepreneurial game
Fall is a great time for sports fans. The World Series takes place in baseball, and the regular seasons for the NFL, NBA and NHL begin. The end of the year is also one of the most important times for small businesses. A lot of entrepreneurs look back on 2013 and wonder what could be […]
Jay Colker: How Crowdsourced Coaching™ can enhance leadership development
Effective leadership development is often derailed by two significant forces that conflict and make it difficult to achieve the desired outcome. The first is the power of the group process. Through group action-learning projects and enhanced work within teams, group participants can leverage the diversity of skills and experiences and often achieve innovative and creative […]