Starting Up in a Down Economy

Nobody loves a recession. But many successful entrepreneurs say that, in retrospect, they were lucky to have launched their businesses in tough times. Take Adam Lowry and Eric Ryan for example, the founders of Method, a line of hip and environmentally friendly household products...

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C'mon People: Meetings that matter...

Dan Hoffman, CEO, M5 Networks
I struggle to lead meetings that feel "in the zone." I am talking about setting mood. Toby Hecht, the CEO of The Aji network gives the example of coming home after work, dimming the lights, putting Barry White on the stereo, pouring two glasses of red wine, and saying: "Honey, let's work on our taxes." There is a mood that is perfect for strategic team meetings: passionate; focused; relaxed; jokes but not too many, healthy conflict; creative; willing to listen but not indulgent of, well, indulgent remarks; urgent; skeptical but not cynical".

Lessons From The Edge...of Politics

Chris Rosica, CEO, Rosica Strategic Public Relations
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 the revelations and allegations, claims McClellan, a former employee, is disgruntled. Often the credibility of ex-employees becomes an employer's defense, as it evokes debate regarding motives and, therefore, believability.

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The Original Italian Pie Jazzes Up New Orleans with SIRIUS

Slidell, LA-based The Original Italian Pie, renowned for their gourmet pizzas and Italian specialties with a New Orleans kick, has announced that it has chosen SIRIUS Satellite Radio as the background music for its restaurants.

VoIP Reduces Expenses for Non-Profit Agencies

Appia Communications, Inc., a leading provider of managed IT and telecom services, announces Voice over Internet Protocol telephone services designed specifically to lower the operating costs of non-profit organizations.

McGraw Wentworth Mid-Market Group Benefits Survey Results Show Eligibility Management is Leading Cost Saving Strategy

McGraw Wentworth, Michigan's largest employee group benefit brokerage/consulting firm, today released the results of its 2008 Southeast Michigan Mid-Market Group Benefits Survey. Highlights of the survey results show that health care costs for Michigan employers are increasing at an average rate of 7% in 2008 over 2007.

The Training Associates Partners With Quest To Provide Business Skills For HS Students

The Training Associates (TTA), the largest provider of expert IT and business professional skills trainers, today announced they have partnered with Westborough High School's Quest Program to provide tailored internship opportunities to local high school students interested in advancing their knowledge and business skills set.

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