Spoiler Alert: This HUGE movie comes out Friday and everyone is speculating about who the “Winner” will be. Well, I’ve got the answer: You! That’s right, if you’re a fan, you’ve already won! The writers, producers, director, cast and crew of this epic undertaking (which cost close to $411 million to make) put their blood, […]
If there’s one resource I absolutely love, it’s the library. If there’s one place that levels the playing field, if there’s one place I don’t mind my tax dollars going, it’s the library. The OKC Metro Library system has been a resource I’ve used for over 20 years now, and I continue to marvel at […]
Your best source of marketing is satisfied customers. Take care of them and you pretty much won’t have to worry about having enough business. If you want to test this theory, think about your own experiences as a consumer. Jerry Murrell, founder Five Guys Burgers & Fries, said it superbly in an INC Magazine article: […]
Yesterday is a cancelled check; tomorrow is a promissory note; today is the only cash you have – so spend it wisely.“ – Kay Lyons
Yeah, I know this is mostly a “business” BLOG. But you also recall that I passionately believe that business has the opportunity to BE an inspiration to the world it serves. Plus, ’cause we all know it ain’t easy, sometimes just a little surprise inspiration can be a very beneficial thing. So with that in […]
First, let me point out that I have LOVED Mad Men since discovering this television masterpiece back in 2007. Set in the 60s, it was a great tribute to that era and also a very aptly done salute to advertising’s contributions to popular culture while also pointing out how tough the whole creative process has […]
Jack Welch gave me some of the best business/career/strategy advice I’ve ever received. Now, to be fair, he didn’t do it in one of our intimate conversations. Mr. Welch and I have never had any intimate conversations. Or any other manner of conversation. In fact, we’ve never even met. But I do consider him to […]
Have you noticed how many brands have not-so-subtly ripped off Chick-fil-A’s very friendly way of using the words “My pleasure…” when dealing with customers? If you’ve visited Chick-fil-A you know what I’m talking about. If you’ve never been to Chick-fil-A, you don’t know what you’re missing! So anyhow, yes, I’ll avoid naming names, but more […]
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