Why The Little Things Matter
Think about what seemingly little things you are doing that could provide extra value - or be annoying - to your customers.
The Power of Databases
Databases are powerful for countless business decisions and programs. If data is being tracked, gain access to it and think about how you could analyze the data. If it isn't being tracked, start by tracking a few key metrics.
Take A Bit of Risk
What have you been thinking about trying but were concerned about unintended consequences? What risk have you been thinking about? Does it have a shot of success without causing significant damage?
The Power of Customer Service
What simple thing can you do for your customer, your supplier, your colleague, your manager? Pay attention to what would make a difference.
How to Be Prepared for GROWTH!
Take stock of where you are and what levels of growth you expect. Undoubtedly, preparation action items will pop to mind.
Manufacturers See Critical Importance of Collaboration
According to a recent KPMG survey on the Global Manufacturing Outlook, executives are thinking about innovation. 81% are altering their business models to to encourage collaboration with customers, suppliers and other partners to "improve the value of their innovation investments". Speed is critical. Thus, a key question is how [...]
The Power of Your Personal Brand
I just completed two Amazon reviews for two fabulous books on marketing topics: Marketing Above the Noise by Linda Popky and The Membership Economy by Robbie Baxter. I recommend both as "must reads"! Thus, I am thinking about the power of marketing. I find that my most successful clients [...]
Why Looking at Return on Investment (ROI) is So Much Better than Cost
How many times have you heard about managing cost (or saving money) in the past week? I bet quite a few as almost all companies focus significant efforts on cost. In all functions and certainly if you are in or responsible for Operations, a large portion of your responsibility [...]
Why It’s Important to Honor Those Who Served & Take Time for Family
Certainly on Memorial Day weekend, it is important to honor those who have served and to set aside time to spend with family.
Grand Ole Opry & Why Tradition Still Matters
Do you know what your company's traditions are? If not, find out. Ask long-term employees.