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EPA wants jail time for mgr. charged with breaking the rules


September 1, 2010 by Tom Guay

The Environmental Protection Agency is asking for prison time of up to 75 years for an environmental manager of a coke plant who is charged with helping his company illegally release air toxic emissions and dispose of hazardous wastes. More…

A test to see if your IT budgeting process is under control


August 31, 2010 by Jennifer Azara

New research shows that IT is making some big blunders when it comes to budgeting. Here’s a little test to see how your organization is faring. More…

Congress considers HIRE Act extension


August 30, 2010 by Jim Giuliano

The HIRE Act — which provides businesses with incentives for hiring the unemployed — is set to expire at the end of the year. New legislation could change that. More…

64% of companies underestimate this safety threat


August 27, 2010 by Fred Hosier

New research shows that companies complying with the letter of the law when it comes to safety training may be missing a crucial fact: More…

Common mistakes when selling to the top person


August 26, 2010 by Ken Dooley

There are seven deal-shattering mistakes salespeople typically make when talking to CEOs, owners of companies and other high level prospects. More…

Companies throw away opportunities to save money


August 25, 2010 by Jennifer Azara

How much of your company’s cash is winding up in the trash? More…

Helping your salespeople recover after a major mistake


August 24, 2010 by Ken Dooley

No matter how angry or upset they are, customers know that mistakes are bound to happen. What they’re watching for is how your salespeople handle the the problem. More…

The fatal flaw in most in-house whistleblower programs


August 23, 2010 by Jennifer Azara

Have a way for employees to speak up about any funny business they witness? Great. But are those tips being ignored? More…

Is it time to dump ‘green’ programs?


August 20, 2010 by Fred Hosier

A company’s “green” program is just a cost center, and if it’s faced with a tight budget, it’s one of the first things that should get cut, right? More…

Hackers take aim at your iPad: 9 safety precautions


August 19, 2010 by Valerie Helmbreck

Apple’s iPad is the cutting edge executive’s latest hot accessory, but as a recent hacker attack on the device makes it plain, users of the new Apple tablet need to be careful. More…

Rebranding: What were they thinking?


August 18, 2010 by Fred Hosier

Recently, there’s been a small wave of companies rebranding themselves by using their acronyms. Here’s a look at the good, the bad, and the stupid in rebranding. More…

4 ways to introduce new products or services


August 17, 2010 by Ken Dooley

It’s exciting when your company comes up with a new product or service. But it may not be as easy to get customers or prospects to share that enthusiasm and buy. More…

The No. 1 customer demand


August 16, 2010 by Ken Dooley

What’s the number one quality customers demand of salespeople? More…

The do’s and don’ts of hiring family members


August 13, 2010 by Jim Giuliano

Your cousin George needs a job, and you have an opening. Can this situation end happily? More…

Good news for small biz: People trust you


August 12, 2010 by Bob Hill

A recent Gallup Poll shows who Americans trust and don’t trust.  If you’re a small business, the news is good. More…

Overcoming a bad first impression


August 11, 2010 by Ken Dooley

“You never get a second chance to make a good first impression” is one of the great myths of selling. No matter how much your salespeople prepare, not every first impression they make is going to be a winner. More…

No stopping EPA from regulating greenhouse gas


August 11, 2010 by Tom Guay

There’s no stopping EPA now from regulating greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. More…

How much the phrase ‘The network’s down’ costs you


August 9, 2010 by Jennifer Azara

A 1% chance of rain may not sound like much. A 1% loss in your company’s annual revenue on the other hand … More…

Lighter side: Feds refuse to pay taxes


August 6, 2010 by Tom Guay

The Tea Party apparently has some surprising new members! The Environmental Protection Agency is leading a tax revolt that pits federal agencies against the local government in Washington, DC. Don’t try this at home. More…

Obama extends FMLA benefits to more employees


August 5, 2010 by Jennifer Azara

Get ready: Your company is likely going to have to offer medical leave options in more situations. More…


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