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Who Wants Yogurt?
Posted by Joe Schmitter on Thursday, March 11th, 2010 Categories: Uncategorized
During a recent session on Twitter, I came across an opportunity that piqued my interest and I felt it just had to be shared with the business community of CoMo. Thanks to Dane Carlson’s Business Opportunities Weblog for bringing this to my attention. You might wish to follow him on Twitter: @danec
If you are an [Click Here]
Playing It Straight in a Crooked World
Posted by Cathy Atkins on Tuesday, February 16th, 2010 Categories: Uncategorized
I tend to optimistically believe in the inherent good of every person, but know that unfortunately we live in a crooked world. Greed, power, inexperience, or sometimes just plain carelessness will cause a person to act in unscrupulous ways. Fear can cause normally good people to make character decisions that disappoint. Fear can also flame [Click Here]
Staying on Track
Posted by Cathy Atkins on Wednesday, December 30th, 2009 Categories: Uncategorized
Keep track of the right things in 2010. Many business struggled because they weren’t monitoring the numbers that make a difference, and didn’t notice the decline until it was too far gone.
One that I consider the most important to track is called a T-12 report, or Trailing 12 month report. It gives you a trend [Click Here]
Another Farewell
Posted by Joe Schmitter on Monday, December 14th, 2009 Categories: Uncategorized
I just wanted to take a moment to commemorate the life of Jim Rohn who left us on December 5th. Everyday I look at an inspirational print on my desk featuring one of his quotes, “Discipline is the bridge between goals and accomplishment.” One of my goals for 2010 is to become even more well versed [Click Here]
Dirty Fingernails & Grass Stains
Posted by Cathy Atkins on Wednesday, November 25th, 2009 Categories: Uncategorized
Harvest is my favorite time of year. It’s a chance for all of us to remember and be grateful for the abundance we enjoy. Even when the year has been a challenge, for whatever reason, you can know that you are blessed.
Ask any farmer, however, and you’ll know that there is no season of harvest…no [Click Here]
The Entrepreneur’s Credo
Posted by Cathy Atkins on Thursday, October 29th, 2009 Categories: Uncategorized
A tribute to the American entrepreneur!
Close your eyes…you will see
Posted by Joe Schmitter on Friday, October 16th, 2009 Categories: Uncategorized
I was made aware of an extraordinary YouTube video from Pantene from Indonesia. You must take 5 minutes out of your busy day and watch it. Definitely not your traditional advertisement!
Please let me know what you think. Do you see why your ads that just tell people what they already know about your business don’t work? [Click Here]
Busting Through Without Hurting Yourself
Posted by Cathy Atkins on Tuesday, October 6th, 2009 Categories: Uncategorized
While researching martial arts, more out of curiosity than anything, I learned an intriguing concept regarding the ability to break boards and bricks with your bare hands. When aiming, don’t aim for the brick. Aim for the space below the brick. Stopping your vision at the brick prevents follow through and invites you to stop [Click Here]
Hey, this Social Media Stuff Works!
Posted by Joe Schmitter on Tuesday, September 29th, 2009 Categories: Uncategorized
Once again I was welcomed back to the office by an unexpected surprise via an email message from a local business owner inviting me to an event. This person learned of one of my particular interests through a social media site, and reached out to me.
The fantastic thing about it was I was planning on [Click Here]
100 Day Finish Strong Challenge – Days 1-5
Posted by Joe Schmitter on Monday, September 28th, 2009 Categories: Uncategorized
As promised, I am attempting to keep myself accountable by sharing my experiences in the 100 Day Finish Strong Challenge. Today is Day 5, and today’s challenge is to examine my results during the first 4 days.
Honestly, my results are a bit thin to date. I should have suspected that I would need some goals to shoot [Click Here]
100 Day Finish Strong Challenge – Bring It On!
Posted by Joe Schmitter on Wednesday, September 23rd, 2009 Categories: Uncategorized
In an earlier blog entry, I spoke of setting goals. Well, I’ve decided to put my money where my mouth is and lead by example. I have decided to accept Mr. Blair’s 100 Day Challenge and will be blogging about my progress.
Walking Into the Fire
Posted by Cathy Atkins on Saturday, September 19th, 2009 Categories: Uncategorized
A example of how courage can propel a company to success in the midst of a recession. MTD Products didn't opt to live in fear, but to live in spite of it.
A Tribute to a Man Worthy of Respect
Posted by Joe Schmitter on Tuesday, September 15th, 2009 Categories: Uncategorized
As most of you already know, actor Patrick Swayze recently passed away after a 20 month battle with Pancreatic Cancer. As a child of the 80’s and early 90’s, he was one of my favorite actors and appeared in several of the most popular films of that era: Red Dawn, Dirty Dancing, Ghost, and Road [Click Here]
Determination
Posted by Joe Schmitter on Thursday, September 3rd, 2009 Categories: Uncategorized
I’ve read more than my share of motivational books, sales & marketing books, business books, inspirational books, etc. My first was by Zig Ziglar, and my current favorites come from Simple Truths. This morning, as I was checking my Facebook account before work, one of my friends, Ann Marie Quertermous from Word Marketing posted a quote from [Click Here]
Online resources courtesy of Tre LLC
Posted by Joe Schmitter on Monday, August 31st, 2009 Categories: Uncategorized
I recently received this blog post via email from a local company whose goal is “to assist innovators with every aspect of their vision.” This comes from Tre LLC, which is owned by Bruce & Mindy Duncan. I hope you enjoy it and find it as useful as I did!
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