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All companies have a culture. Since nature abhors a vacuum, it’s better to select and cultivate the culture you want. Sitting back and allowing your company culture to develop naturally, may result in an unintentional, unprofessional environment inevitably derailing your business. As Steven Covey says, “Start with the end in mind.” What is Company Culture?…

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Quality control extends well beyond checking for defects of a manufactured product or service prior to delivery. Effective quality control is ubiquitous in an organization. It supports the complete and effective performance of each job while ensuring every interaction with the customer is successful. Expectations made clear for every position as to how each job…

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What is holding back the growth of your company?  A surprising answer may be a lack of delegation. Yes, even Superman had limitations. You, along with your team, only have so many hours in the day. If the entrepreneur doesn’t learn to delegate tasks, the growth stops as soon as her plate is full. When…

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Nobody wants to admit the business is struggling with cash flow. Moreover, this problem isn’t only a small company problem. Any company can face cash flow problems due to bad planning, unforeseen circumstances or disruptive influences. It’s tough to reduce office stress during a cash flow crisis. Whether you admit the cash flow problems or…

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Much has been written, likening the military strategy to leadership strategy in business. After all, stakes are high, both involve teamwork and strong leadership. We all know, the negotiating table can often feel like a battlefield. At the same time, for most of us, business isn’t a matter of life or death. But when your…

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Even with good cash flow planning, unexpected events can cause a business to face a cash flow crisis.  This discussion is not in lieu of cash flow planning but addresses cash flow in response to disruptive situations:  higher than expected growth, loss of a significant customer, unexpected economic downturn or acts of God. There are…

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“Your accountant costs how much?” Now there’s a phrase I’ve heard repeatedly between business professionals. Here’s another phrase we’re all familiar with: “You get what you pay for.” When it comes to accounting, there’s no substitute for experienced, professional oversight on the financial and operational aspects of your business. Unfortunately, many business owners and CEOs…

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