"Most great plans aren't. They are just nice, high-level ideas."That's how one of our survey respondents answered our question, "What are the top three obstacles that prevent great plans from reaching effective implementation?" Despite the universal chatter around the need to be "strategic", and the untold hours spent developing strategic... Read More
Before becoming a netpreneaur, I was an entrepreneur. First, I owned a successful child care center which grew to capacity in less than two years. When I sold that, I bought a little flower shop that had less than 300 customers and grew it to what it is today, one... Read More
"Rubbish!" shouted the large, aggressive man in the red-striped shirt (we had to pay attention to him because he owned the company). "The staff don't need to be told anything. When we've sorted out all the details and have the adverts ready to run, then we'll tell them. They don't... Read More
Every business experiences slower periods. For some, they sell more during the Christmas season while others move at a snail pace. Some sell more during the summer and others less. The key is being aware of your seasons and alternatives available to solve the challenge and change the results. All... Read More
Whether you are seeking capital for your company or are optimizing your business strategy, the most important element - particularly for outside investors - may be your written business plan. You can tune-up and supercharge your plan using this 19-step checklist. When your written plan firmly answers yes to each... Read More
It is always said "If you Fail to Plan, you Plan to Fail" Success in business comes as a result of planning. You have to have a detailed, written plan that shows what the ultimate goal is, the reason for the goal, and each milestone that must be passed in... Read More
A strategic alliance is when two or more businesses join together for a set period of time. The businesses, usually, are not in direct competition, but have similar products or services that are directed toward the same target audience. Below are ten reasons to create a strategic alliance. 1.... Read More
Imagine an office without a desk, or lights, a computer, or even something as simple as a chair. When the architects and designers started planning a building or office space they knew they would have to make concessions for these items during each of the building activities. As marketers, we... Read More
Strategic alliances are increasing at a rapid rate. It is good for business, good for the consumer. A strategic alliance is similar to a joint venture. Everyone remains in his or her own entity, yet come together for a single purpose or period of time to create something that could... Read More
A menu is the foundation of any restaurant; Guests will support or avoid a restaurant for its food. Starting with a preliminary menu is a simple and basic approach to restaurant development. Begin with a menu, and you are light years ahead in the restaurant development process. A menu will... Read More
|
|||||
|
|
|
Many companies are reluctant to dive into outsourcing ocean because... Read More
Obviously, there will never be an actual water shortage since... Read More
Business seems to drop, slow or even stop during the... Read More
Strategic planning and consulting is the strategy roadmap to manage... Read More
You might be thinking to yourself, "Why should I waste... Read More
Microsoft Great Plains fits multiple services market niche and healthcare... Read More
Ask a small business owner about their strategic plan and... Read More
I've either been involved with or held a process-related role... Read More
American Eagle Outfitters and Wet Seal Stores have issued statements... Read More
The day you decide to take the plunge and work... Read More
Diversify - to make diverse, give variety, to balance, to... Read More
A significant advantage of some business ideas is that the... Read More
Remember reading "Alice in Wonderland?"She asks the Cheshire Cat, "which... Read More
Strategic planning is vital while starting a new business or... Read More
What gets measured gets done.How do you keep your business... Read More
When developing the competition section of your business plan, companies... Read More
So you've decided to write your own business plan because... Read More
For many consumers and producers, MSP is an acronym for... Read More
"Rubbish!" shouted the large, aggressive man in the red-striped shirt... Read More
Anyone who has been watching the Idaho Market Carefully for... Read More
I am not a big fisherman, but I do enjoy... Read More
Writing a business plan to help you direct and manage... Read More
No "meme" isn't a typo and Got Milk, the more... Read More
Canada's lean leaders need to look beyond the horizon and... Read More
Many cities have home pages on the Internet. Many of... Read More
Remember Chux? The disposable diaper that took the market by... Read More
Cassy was an employee of a nonprofit who had been... Read More
Is there a 'magical' way to exponentially grow your business?It's... Read More
The goal of almost every business owner is to generate... Read More
One of the most powerful driving forces in human nature... Read More
Although North Americans were the dominant population on the Internet,... Read More
As a franchisor it is imperative that you seek, find... Read More
Making money doesn't make your reputation... your reputation makes you... Read More
As fast as you can say business disaster, your business... Read More
In today's rapidly changing and highly competitive markets, many privately... Read More
Scenario OneDuring a recent presentation, a business owner was given... Read More
Why do so many companies languish and watch as their... Read More
Succession planning requires the owner of a small or medium-sized... Read More
Does the competition drive you crazy?Are they relentless about taking... Read More
The first task before hiring a contractor for home remodeling... Read More
A well known, national chain of restaurants discovered that certain... Read More
Microsoft Great Plains fits horizontal markets clientele and in case... Read More
( * - the word 'product' can be substituted to... Read More
"Begin with the end in mind," says Stephen Covey in... Read More
How often does your company make a quantum leap forward?... Read More
The decision to sell, or not to sell your business... Read More
So you've decided to write your own business plan because... Read More
Franchised companies often require what some believe to be excessive... Read More
The new check cashing instant clearing will take some time... Read More
The first step in starting a restaurant is proper planning.... Read More
Strategic Planning |