Smart business protocol often stagnates in Summer.  Invest a little time in these areas over the 4th of July to insure that you end quarter three of 2013 with a bang.  A surge in productivity, creativity, efficiency and profitability is achievable.  Don’t be tempted to cut expenses but rather focus on the basics that will…

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When I worked at Sonic as a carhop, I once got a “tip” (more like a snarky quip) on a tea stained napkin.  The “tip” stated “get a real job.” What a mean gesture that made me feel rotten. Any job is a “real job,” and that one in particular set the strategic path and business foundation…

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1.  NO PERSONAL BRAND:  Make sure you have established your personal brand and have learned to leverage it across all mediums and platforms. Don’t worry about success, but rather becoming a person of VALUE.  You have to do everything you can to insure your personal brand stays strong. Erosion of your positive brand in the…

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