10th August 2009
It seems like we're in the most intense economic downturn since the Great Depression of the 30's. History will show, as it always does, but the current trend is forcing small businesses everywhere to deal with new challenges and threats, all of which they...
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04th August 2009
One of the main difficulties faced by an organization with a highly skilled management team at its center is conflict. Whenever an important situation is dealt with by management, you're more than likely to see several individuals who don't even remotely ...
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01st August 2009
I can't be avoided, people make mistakes. Organisations are operated by people. Therefore, without any doubt, every business on any continent is going make a mistake at some point. How you handle mistakes is what's going to set you apart from everyone els...
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23rd July 2009
Coaching as a means of education is quickly gaining acceptance and credibility, as our day-to-day lives become more and more complex. It seems that there's a lot to gain from a business coach, executive coach, career coach or life coach, as we integrate a...
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19th July 2009
As if running a business wasn't complicated enough, along comes a hard-hit economy. Each of the issues that the business owner or manager had to deal with are now intensified enormously. Morale is now the highest priority, as it impacts everything, includ...
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10th July 2009
If you listen attentively to your business coach, you will hear him say that everyone in business is involved in the sales process. So where does this sales process begin and end? Many people like to use the analogy of a sales funnel, with the widest part...
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08th July 2009
Whether beginning a new business, restructuring it, expanding it, or endeavouring to hold your course, business coaching is a wise investment. Having a business coach that can create strategies, advise and support your business aspirations can be an advan...
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05th July 2009
Copyright (c) 2009 Alan Gillies
Being motivated in business translates into success. If you're unhappy with your job, it shows in how you present yourself, how you conduct your job and also carries over into your personal life. To stay motivated, busin...
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05th July 2009
Copyright (c) 2009 Alan Gillies
A great many individuals would probably think that you, as a respectable business owner, would be nuts to actually be trying to dismiss a client! However sometimes it's the only reasonable course of action to select. A b...
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30th June 2009
Copyright (c) 2009 Alan Gillies
In these unusually complicated times, business owners are trying to grab onto any advantage that they can find. It's not a very well understood situation, but the average business owner has to deal with so many issues at...
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29th June 2009
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Business consultants can be a valuable asset to your business. But before hiring a business coach, executive coach, or taking executive management training, it's time to do a self assessment to see if you are ready to op...
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13th June 2009
Copyright (c) 2009 Alan Gillies
One key factor that can significantly advance your business is credibility. Being credible so people and the media view you as a highly knowledgeable expert in your domain adds to your overall success. Business consultan...
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11th June 2009
Copyright (c) 2009 Alan Gillies
A marketing plan in business is essential for reaching your potential. It sets the framework for identifying your market, targeting a set customer base, instituting communication methods and establishing benchmarks. If i...
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11th June 2009
Copyright (c) 2009 Alan Gillies
While an online profile is essential for any form of networking success, business consultants everywhere say that it's significantly different from a normal resume. When featuring yourself online to promising business as...
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11th June 2009
Copyright (c) 2009 Alan Gillies
It's common for businesses to reduce expenses during an economic crunch. But it's also an excellent time to employ a business coach or executive coach to point out new strategies to get your business through difficult ec...
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Alan Gillies is the Founder and Managing Director of L2L, he has over 20 years experience in Blue Chip organisations spanning Banking to Pharmaceuticals. His roles have included Sales & Marketing, Senior Management, Account Management and Business Development
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