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Mom as CEO Chief Emotional Officer of the Family Business

In our role as succession managers,when we develop and implement a succession management strategy for the management team of a family business, we also know that a critical requirement for the next generation of the family is to have a succession pla...

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Foolproof Customer Service Strategies that only a fool would try!

Ever notice how customer service varies from store to store? You walk into some stores, and before you can say "Buzz off!" a salesperson asks "May I help you?""No thanks.""May I help you?" asks another."No thanks.""May I help you?" asks a third.When ...

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Don't worry if you have been refused credit

An estimated one in four Britons would be turned down by a mainstream mortgage lender.This is because not everyone fits the standard criteria lenders apply. But don't worry if you are one such customer - help is at hand.These days there are arou...

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The Convertible Craze Brightens The Future Of Equities

The Convertible Craze Brightens The Future Of Equities by: James Marriott Convertibles are stealing the show with their safe investment image in today's protective market. They seem to be overshadowing the stocks and bonds, and this holds...

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Reselling Products with Resale Rights: Is This Trend Here To Stay?

Reselling Products with Resale Rights: Is This Trend Here To Stay? by: Fred Farah Selling intangible and digital goods on the internet has brought a new e-commerce era in which resale products, resale rights and reprint rights have become an ext...

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Call Answering Services 'are Cheaper Than Secretaries'

Many companies would benefit from having a full-time receptionist on hand to engage in call answering. However, employing such members of staff is not always possible since it can be costly. An alternative to this is to use professional phone answer...

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The ‘Leader's Fallacy' May Prove Howard Dean's Undoing

Howard Dean was once a rising star in American politics. He served as the governor of Vermont from 1991 to 2003 and then ran for president in the 2004 election. Throughout the campaign, Dean was seen as the clear front-runner, leading in fundraising ...

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Lack of Operations Manuals Stunting Your Growth?

Many business owners fail to create operations manuals when they start their businesses and this may be slowing down the growth they experience. Businesses that lack a clearly defined set of operating systems will have employees trying to figure ever...

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How to Attract and Retain the Right People

In today's competitive business environment, attracting and retaining the right people is crucial for any organization that wants to succeed. The right people can help drive growth and innovation, while also improving efficiency and productivity. How...

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Generosity Is The Seed Of Wealth

Generosity is often viewed as a virtue that is exclusive to the wealthy. However, the truth is that generosity is the seed of wealth, and anyone can cultivate it regardless of their financial status. Generosity is the act of giving, whether it's time...

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