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Lesson #2: “Be big and fast and flexible”
“We named the company Netflix, not DVDs by Mail because we knew that eventually we would deliver movies directly over the Internet,” says Hastings. “DVDs will be around a long time, but we’re building for the day when they’re not.”

The Art of Innovation
I'm getting tired of writing about lies, so today I'm covering truths. Specifically, the truths of innovation. I hold these truths to not be self-evident; hence we see so little innovation.
Having the Soundest Banks is for Weenies
Is having the soundest banks in the world something to brag about? I'm not convinced. Bear with me on this, as I'm semi-serious.

How To Create More Passion For Your Life and Work
Think of what you always wanted to do but haven't done yet. What would happen if you never did it? What would happen if you did? What would you do with it? How would it bring you joy for the rest of your life? Is it in allignment with the person you are? What needs to happen for you to get it?

Monetize Your Message: HOW to profit WILDLY in the new world of Speaking - Part THREE
The step by step plan of how to profitably implement all you learned in parts one and two of this article series for aspiring and experienced speakers. Become Profitable as a speaker - again - or for the first time!!!

Want to Escape the Rat Race?
Do you get anxiety on Sunday nights dreading getting up in the morning and going to work? Are you sitting on your couch on the weekends wondering how you got here? Do you think, "I just can't do this job one more day?" Is your future summed up by "I finally have 3 weeks of vacation?" Well if you answered "yes" to even one of those questions, you may want to explore becoming an entrepreneur. I know what it feels like to want to escape the rat race first hand and have worked hard to find an alternative to allow me to live a life I enjoy. This guide will put you a bit ahead of the curve in learning how to escape the rat race. Learn how to do this the right way and take your life back!
The End of Casual Friday
Would the business world function better if people dressed more formally? And has the current financial crisis spelled the end of casual Friday? In time of trouble should people be more intent and serious about their decorum and demeanor on the job?
More on Upselling
Upselling works, we know that now, but how else can it be used? Besides using it to leverage complementary products, it can also be used to help customers discover new and bargain products that are market relevant.
Focus On Where You Want To Go, Not The Wall!
While events beyond our control do throw roadblocks in our way, the people who continue to have success are the ones who focus on where they want to go, not on the mess they're hoping to avoid.
Gambling – Or Risk-Taking?
There is a difference between gambling and risk-taking. John Scully says, “People who take risks are the people you’ll lose against.” A study of the first graduating class from the Harvard School of Business revealed that, across the board, these men were risk-takers. They would not pass a car on a hill or a curve, nor blindly go into a business venture. They assembled the facts and evaluated carefully from every possible perspective the chances of success and the benefits which went with that success. They understood there were no guarantees and that the possibility existed that they could lose. Nonetheless, they recognized that the possible gain was so much greater than the possible loss that they deemed it appropriate to take the risk.
The Sales Management Equivalent to Baseball's Pitch Count
One friend suggested I find a way to correlate pitch count to sales. No problem. I am not a proponent of a sales manager doing the closing for his salespeople, however, should a two-call close cycle be on its fourth call; a six month sales cycle be in its tenth month, an exception is certainly called for. Or, if you consider a salesperson who is expected to perform certain levels of activity, who isn't meeting expectations, another exception might be called for.

It Doesn't Matter WHAT They Say!
I went to the chiropractor this week and told him my right arm had gone numb and my neck was tight and hurting. He gave me a great adjustment and then told me that my neck was losing its curve and I have arthritis. I’m thinking to myself, “Thank goodness I know that I can heal anything in my body.
Death by Assumption: Why Great Planning Strategies Fail
To often, assumptions are not clearly identified or managed so that when a plan goes south, there is no way to go back and reevaluate or manage the original assumptions. The absence of "assumption management" is a common cause of the death of many strategic plans. Assumptions must be stated, debated, and continually reevaluated as the plan goes forward. We've provided three practical steps you can take to manage your planning assumption.

When will the customer buy?
Your customers will buy from you when they perceive:  Your price is fair  The risk of purchasing is low  Their gain is high Your JOB… Giving the customer the proper perception

Just Get STARTED!
One day at a time, step by step, do what you can and repeat it until you reach the top of the mountain, until that wonderful day when your friends wake up and are amazed at how "lucky" you are!
Business Ramifications of Web 2.0 – Participate to Gain Business Insights
I recently responded to a question, "How do you improve adoption of Web 2.0 tools inside the intranet at companies outside the high tech industry?" Here was my response: In the March 3rd issue of CIO Insider the following headline grabbed my attention: Banning Social Networks a Losing Battle

2008 PR Trends - What's In, Out, and New for the New Year?
Public relations will become a necessity for almost virtually any and every business, no matter how big or small. Here is how you can stay above the PR curve for 2008.

$759 Billion Wasted Each Year!
That’s not a statistic on the latest government pork-barrel spending spree; that’s how much American business spends on salaries for which work was expected, but not performed!

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Handling Explosive Growth
It is possible for a franchise system to grow so quickly that it gets out of control. Here are some thoughts about a reasonsable growth curve.
Not Having All the Answers...or Any For That Matter!
Are you so wrapped up in your chaotic day that you forget to pay attention to your learning curve and what's possible for you in the world?
BlackBerry: The First Choice in Smart Phone Segment
As per the recent reports, Research in Motion's Blackberry Curve has out played Apple's iPhone to become the number one choice among users in US smartphone sales for the first quarter of 2009.
Maintianing Good Organisational Health
6 years on and the business of coaching is a constant learning curve. There is an endless supply of variables which makes what we do always interesting, challenging and never dull.

Your Piggy Bank in the Clouds
Learn how Cloud Computing can keep your infrastructure and labor costs down while staying ahead of the technology curve.
Legal Marketing: First steps for a law firm adopting social media
If your law firm is getting immersed in social media, some simple, initial steps will accelerate your learning curve and make your efforts more productive.
Master 4 New Trends - Become a Powerful Sales Presenter
New trends in business are changing expectations of sales presenting faster than ever before. Are you doing everything possible to improve your team's presentation skills and stay ahead of the curve?
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