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Would you want to know the three secrets to business success? For as many people would want to know, some would not. The reason is, knowing the three secrets to business success would impose upon you the implied responsibility to act.
For to know, and then not act, would mean that you would have intentionally missed the mark.
If you are among those that do want to know, ...
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At Blue Elevator ™, we haven’t seen it all – but we have seen a lot. Based upon observations over the past quarter of a century, here’s a list of where typical businesses come up short.
To that end, Blue Elevator ™ is pleased to publish the “Best Business Blunders.” Needless to say, this list is a recap of what NOT to do.
Most people won’t say they object to business consulting. But, in the dark recesses of their minds, there are usually some common objections.
The list below covers some general reasons why people talk themselves out of business consulting. In fairness, many of these objections could be based upon past experiences. However, Blue Elevator™ is pleased to be able to offer our unique approach as a counterpoint in each of these instances.
Posted by: Ken Moll
The phrase “taking inventory” conjures up different ideas for different people.
At face value, “taking inventory” has an accounting flavor to it. In fact, the first time I heard the phrase was in an accounting class at Cal State University Fullerton. The professor shared with the class these comments. “You guys will be doing accounting work. However, this work should not be done in a vacuum. You have to get out of your seats every once in a while. You ...
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Do you have a dream? If we’re honest, we all have a dream.
You could be the solo-preneur of a start-up technology company hoping to become the next Microsoft or Apple. You could be a pastor of a home church aspiring to move into a church building one day. Or, maybe you have some other personal dream.
Here’s a great quote by Katherine Paterson: “A dream without a plan is just a wish.” So, when it comes to ...
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There are multitudes of business startups and you want to join the fray. You have a great product or service and you can’t wait to make your first sale. Yep – that’s you. This is what America is all about. You can make your own way. Names like Ford, Carnegie, and Jobs are as recognized as America’s former presidents. Ideas born in garages are parlayed into vast empires burgeoning with promise.
The challenge is ...
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This is the 4th article in the “Business Process Consulting” series published by Blue Elevator™. The prior articles are as follows:
1) Business Process Consulting: A Primer
2) Business Process Consulting: Predicting Owner Success
3) Business Process Consulting: Getting Started
In this article, we will outline the process for making progress. Ultimately, after the planning, it’s time ...
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Welcome to the next installment of the “Business Process Consulting” series by Blue Elevator™. We are offering this series to both existing and future clients. The precursors to this article are as follows: Business Process Consulting: A Primer and Business Process Consulting: Predicting Owner Success.
You may be someone who is planning to start a business or someone that is well under way. In ...
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