Month: February 2009

What’s going on with the economy?

Why can’t we get this recession past us? The answer is simple if you know the basics: * We are an economy that is 70 percent driven by consumer spending. * To get the economy going again, spending must increase.…

Positive Affirmations

Words and Phrases on my White Board Optimize I must get better. Take a deep breath and remind myself we live in an abundant world Focus on revenue producing activities This is not a time to slow down. This is…

Best drug ever and it’s free!

Many years ago on SNL, Steve Martin did a bit about a new drug he was taking. “It’s fantastic!” he said. “Everybody should be taking it!” “What is it called?” someone asked him. “Pla-cee-bo,” was his reply. In 2003, Merck…

Trend Predictions that will Shape the Future

The 16 major trends that will shape the new century 1. The age of instant communications. 2. A world without economic borders. 3. Four steps to a one-world economy. 4. Internet commerce and learning. 5. The new service society. 6.…

Woo Factor: Persuasion and Power

How do you convince people to buy into your latest idea? “The Art of Woo” author and Wharton School professor Richard Shell shares his insights and explains why President Barack Obama is such an excellent “woo-master.” There have been a…

30 Best Slogans Hall of Fame

1. Just do it. – Nike 2. Think Small. – Volkswagen 3. Don’t be vague. Ask for Haig. – Haig Scotch Whiskey 4. When you got it, flaunt it. – Braniff Airlines 5. All the news that’s fit to print.…

Do You Sell Promotional Products?

6 Reasons To Consider Selling An Automated Referral System To Your Customers 1. It pays you upfront commissions (up to 58%) and ongoing monthly residuals. Sell it once, get paid forever 2. It adds value to your role as a…

World’s Strongest Dad

And what has Rick done for his father? Not much–except save his life. Dick and Rick Hoyt are a father-and-son team from Massachusetts who together compete just about continuously in marathon races. And if they’re not in a marathon they…

Do You Have What It Takes?

Starting a small business takes a lot of courage. But, as they say, courage doesn’t pay the bills. To be successful — to stay in business — you need more than courage. You need a combination of hard work, skill,…

Life Lessons From Burning Man

Reno, NV “Make no mistake… this is an exercise in radical self-reliance…” (Burning Man survival guide) Howdy… No, I’m not at Burning Man this year. Just couldn’t pull it off, because of random acts of viciousness and distraction ladled upon…