It’s that time of year. The execs are sitting around the board room getting fidgity, wondering if they should overhaul their current strategic plan or scrap it altogether. Or maybe just tweak it a little, since they haven’t tweaked anything in a while. Truthfully, and practically, their energy could probably be better spent on other […]
Leadership
What should really be on your mind when you spend? (Hint: It’s what the free market is all about!)
In 2007 we went all out for Christmas and bought a flat screen TV. My wife and I were so proud as we put it above the mantle so it could be the centerpiece of the room. In the summer of 2004 we had looked at plasma televisions that started around $3000 or so, so […]
How can you spot a REAL leader? (Hint: It’s NOT what you think!)
Last summer I attended the funeral of a very respected Christian leader. I had the honor of driving my 82 year old Uncle Russell who was a close friend of the deceased. At the funeral we ran into Dr. Phil Lewis and I had the privilege of introducing the two of them. I might point […]
The secret to getting more business?
Want more business? Here’s how you can get it: Do GOOD business! Yep, it’s just that simple. Just commit to consistently doing GOOD business in every aspect of your business. Granted, that’s a lot easier said than done. Simple yes, but easy, well, not so much… But worth it? You betcha. Let advertisers spend the […]
Drop the tailgate and let’s get it on!
I mentioned last year that I have kind of an annual tradition of reading Peter Gent’s classic, ground-breaking football novel, North Dallas Forty every year around the time football season starts. After a blistering hot spell we have been blessed with a nice cool down that makes fall feel like fall! It sets the tone […]
Is marketing a thankless profession?
When was the last time you saw a parade held in honor of the marketing professionals of the world? The role played by marketers is crucial! Consumption drives the economy of the world, and marketing helps stimulate that consumption by demonstrating and delivering value on behalf of customers, who are the undisputed focal point of […]
The power of PURPOSE!
Here’s a commercial that I loved! It really showcases how organizations should exist not to just make products or provide services, but to enrich lives! Every organization should clearly define its purpose. It’s purpose should identify exactly WHO it serves and HOW. Every subsequent decision should be derived from that purpose. Granted, there are a […]
How Can You Give Yourself A Raise?
Simple Answer: Efficiency! By improving your operations, you get more efficient, which means you better utilize your existing investments and assets. Because there is no additional investment, and because you’re getting higher performance out of what you’ve already got, you automatically widen your profit margins. You can do this without raising prices. How do you […]