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business planning

Moses Did Not Deliver “The 10 Suggestions”!

February 6, 2010

I had a nice chuckle when reading a very different time management system, and came across this simple fact. Moses did not deliver the “10 Suggestions” or  the “10 Good Ideas”.  It was COMMANDMENTS. They were positioned as RULES, not general guidelines.  So in our businesses and in our lives – the message is that [...]

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The Blues Brothers Teach First Rule of Marketing?

November 2, 2009

One of the films that makes me smile is The Blues Brothers.   Quite often while preparing dinner we will roam Youtube, looking for interesting music to play while preparing dinner. There may be a structural change in the world right there.  No longer do we ‘put on a CD’, but simply connect to the [...]

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“Hope” is not a game plan…

November 1, 2009

“I hope more customers will come into my business this week.” “I hope the Townsville economy will turn around.” “I hope that roll of fat around my waist will just go away.” “I hope my business opposition will do lousy marketing this year just like last year.” It is great to have “hope”, but if [...]

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The Strategies That Will Take Your Business Up Over a 100 Metre Wall Will Most Certainly Take It Over A 10 Metre One..

October 24, 2009

While talking with a very clever business women here in Townsville yesterday, the discussion turned to what is a good target to set over 5 years.   In reference to a new business venture, she said she would be happy with a $5M business value after 5 years. Now that is a great target for [...]

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Selling Your Business in Townsville Area? Three Reasons Why 85% of Businesses Never Sell

October 24, 2009

Author of the E-Myth Series Michael Gerber says that if you don’t sell your business, you have bought it. One of the best coaching questions to business owners is “What is your exit plan?” Stats show that 85% of businesses never sell.  Call any business broker and ask.  [On this subject standby for an announcement [...]

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Even though it is only September – get ready to get your year in gear!

September 24, 2009

GYYIG – Get Your Year In Gear! 2009 is rapidly ending and 2010 is rapping at our doors.  Are you ready?  Did this year give you what you planned for? For many this is a trick question as you may have done more planning for what they will wear on a long weekend away than [...]

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