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The Trend Toward Free Background Checks - Federal, State & Local Governments Open Access to Records
The Center For Democracy & Technology conducts surveys of the practices of federal, state and local courts in making information public via the Internet. It finds a wide variety of practices...... more
Don't React...Proact
It’s 11:40am. A perfect summer’s day. Not too much humidity. The streets are alive with people. I’m in a taxi, trying to get through New York City traffic to Penn Station to catch my...... more
Tell Me What To Do Not What Not To Do.
We have an obsession in America with telling people what not to do. Don't smoke. Don't pollute. Don't eat fried food. We do the same with our colleagues, our employees and our customers. ...... more
And the Survey says...
I am asked frequently by existing and prospective clients about celebrity and professional athlete endorsements and spokesperson agreements. Many in business today want the magic bullet and...... more
I Miss Starbucks: A Letter to Howard Shultz
Dear Howard: I miss Starbucks. There was a time, not too long ago, that Starbucks stood for something. There was an underlying cause, a purpose, a belief you had about...... more
You can learn a lot when you travel
There are lessons everywhere about the differences among people, customer service, sales and innovation. In my role I have to travel a great deal, often spending as many as three or more weeks per...... more
Why Dreams Die
For passion to survive it needs structure. But for structure to grow, it needs passion. 90% of all new businesses fail. And most of the companies that don't fail won't...... more
Storytelling: Now a Potent Marketing Tool
Orators have used storytelling for thousands of years. Plato used this tool so he wouldn’t forget his thoughts and to ensure he presented in a logical sequence. Today, teachers, CEOs and...... more
Marketing in a Down Economy: Taking Risks and Reaping the Rewards
Because of cyclical economic factors, budgets become tight and spending is cut. Where do most companies begin slashing? In the area of marketing, the primary vehicle...... more
Welcome to IncBizNet.com
I'm really excited to be moderating the IncBizNet.com blog. I think one of the most powerful tools in business is collective experience sharing. My biggest breakthroughs have always come when...... more
C’mon People: Meetings that matter…
I struggle to lead meetings that feel “in the zone.” I am talking about setting mood. You know, there is an appropriate mood for everything. Toby Hecht, the CEO of The Aji network gives the...... more
Lessons From The Edge…of Politics
Former George W. Bush press secretary Scott McClellan’s book has received a great deal of attention and, according to media reports, is selling quite well. The Bush White House, surprised by...... more
Lessons From The Edge…of Politics
Former George W. Bush press secretary Scott McClellan’s book has received a great deal of attention and, according to media reports, is selling quite well. The Bush White House, surprised by...... more
CEOs' Hopes Are Higher in Texas
The Dallas Morning News published an article regarding Texas CEOs: ...... more
DFW adds 91,000 jobs
The Dallas Morning News published an article last Friday regarding the DFW job market: ...... more
Topics
| Topic | Author | Views | Replies | Latest |
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| Implementation of New Technology | John Ratliff | 174 | 2 | Aug 13, 2008 at 5:25pm by Anne Ward |
| Speakers for 2008 Inc. 500 Conference and Awards Ceremony | Meghan Day | 1441 | 4 | Aug 12, 2008 at 3:28pm by Meghan Day |
