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Why Companies Fail and 16 Leadership Tips to Preserve the Union!
Recently I got into a discussion with employees of a firm I am working with and they identified what they do not appreciate in their leaders. They had identified the major reasons most leaders fail and suffer the consequences of high staff turnover. Here are 16 tips to help you develop a healthier leadership style.
Six Sigma Relevancy Question and Kotter's Theory of Transformation
One such exchange that was of particular interest centered on Dr. John P. Kotter’s 8 steps for organizational transformation. Rather than paraphrase my dialogue with a forum member from the Superfactory Group on LinkedIn, I thought that it would be more interesting and beneficial to provide an actual account. That said I am pleased to share the following with you.
Mr. Grumpy
Unreasonable joy and happiness came to me on an ordinary day, an unremarkable day, when I was playing poker. The clatter of chips and the shuffling of cards played background music to the conversation of the players. Now and then, the dealer would call “Seat open!” and a floorman would escort another player to a table....
The Art and Science of Giving and Receiving Feedback
How you give and receive feedback can make a huge difference to your success as a leader.

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Always Have a Winning Hand!
Think about a deck of cards when it comes to networking. Using the analogy of a full deck it is easy to recognize that there are plenty of ways to win. Effective networking is much easier when you play by a recognized set of rules. One of the most important rules of any game is that you have to use a little strategy. You don’t just show up, and expect to win. You need to think about the kind of cards you have to play, and what you really want to accomplish at the event. As a networking expert, I know the value of playing my cards in sequence. I also know that sometimes I have to play off, in order to stay in the game. Winning often isn’t about the cards I hold in my hand, rather how they fit with the cards others hold.
Mr. Grumpy
Unreasonable joy and happiness came to me on an ordinary day, an unremarkable day, when I was playing poker. The clatter of chips and the shuffling of cards played background music to the conversation of the players. Now and then, the dealer would call “Seat open!” and a floorman would escort another player to a table....
Credit Cards Merchant Accounts and Your Bottomline
The decision to accept credit cards is a wise one for any retailer. I agree with financial guru Dave Ramsey's teachings regarding the use and abuse of credit cards. Many people dig deep holes with credit cards that are hard to climb out of. But, from a practical business point of view, any retail business that does not accept credit cards is leaving money on the table.
The History of Business Cards: Four Centuries of Introductions
Today business cards are so ubiquitous that in some countries they are traded with no formality or consequence, serving as nothing more than an internationally recognized way to exchange contact information or a handy bit of paper on which to jot a note. In other nations, however, particularly in Asia, the cards are regarded as an extension of the individual to be treated with honor and respect. The exchange of cards is attended with great ritual and a breech of protocol can give serious offense. How did a simple card, 3.370 x 2.125 inches come to play such a central role in the business cultural of the world? Depending on the sources consulted, the cards may actually have originated in China in the 15th century.
Credit Card Processing 101
Accepting credit cards offers an array of advantages to companies: Reduced administrative cost, improved cash flow, quicker access to funds, the image of a modern, innovative company, etc. Consumers also like using credit cards as a form of payment because it is a simpler and safer method, no hassles with cash or delayed payments as with billing. Accepting credit cards can be a big decision for some businesses. For others, accepting credit cards can be their most widely used form of payment, including cash! The following guide will assist you with moving your business into the world of electronic payments. Accepting credit cards should be an easy decision once all the facts have been clearly defined.
Custom Gift Card Programs for Businesses
Nowadays, some merchant service providers are able to provide your business with the ability to create and sell custom gift cards. These custom gift cards are designed by the business owner and often depict your business logo or some other graphical representation of your business. The cards are used by consumers to make purchases at your establishment and consumers appreciate the flexibility they provide as they do not need to carry cash or credit cards to shop at your business. Custom gift cards are a relatively easy and affordable way to expand your brand awareness and customer loyalty.

Tell Them Why They Should Buy
A billboard caught my attention. It was a cut-away shot of a new minivan - the one with the pop-up table in the back. The billboard showed the interior of the van with four captain's chairs encircling the pop-up table with a headline that said "Your Table Is Served".

Currency Markets, Vegas-Style!
Let’s face it; the currency market is akin to the ultimate final table in the World Series of Poker. At that table, you have eight people sitting around, all trying to bluff one another. Some have large stacks of chips, while others are short-stacked. Some like to talk a little more than others, while others prefer to let their cards do their talking. Ultimately, there will be one winner.
The Invisible Close Sales Nugget: What to Do After You Get Off the Stage
Get to the sales table quickly. I told you they were simple. Yet, how many times have you been waylaid by a few people dying to ask you their questions? You don't want to be rude, but customers are waiting for you in the back of the room with their credit cards in hand. 3 Simple Secrets for Claiming Your Back-of-the-Room Sales The best way to handle that situation is to just get back there quickly: move your body. Don't let anyone get to you before you've left the podium and don't break your stride until you've reached the sales table. When someone tries to stop you

SquareUp Allows Anyone with an iPhone to Accept Credit Cards
Accepting credit cards is a great way to ensure that your business has ample opportunity to make decent revenue on a consistent basis, but sometimes being approved to be able to accept credit cards is a whole other story; enter SqaureUp. SquareUp was born out of the need of one of its founders to be able to accept credit cards as there was no other way for his small business to do so. Now anyone with an iPad can accept credit cards and the application is coming soon to the iPhone, iPod Touch, Android, and even laptops.
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