Subscribe3 Steps to making the Outsourcing choice
by Matthew Carmen, Jun 21, 2010
It is now rare to find a company, of any size, that hasn’t outsourced some portion of their IT functions. This could be as small as an application or as large as the company’s entire IT department. If you’re considering outsourcing within your own organization, Matthew’s article will help you think through the next steps in detail. more…
Leadership and Mythology #7: Zeus, Greed and Change
by Gary Monti, Jun 22, 2010
Being greedy can lead to disastrous results. Nurturing your network and cultivating abundance is critical for sustained success and peace of mind. Greed and its consequences show up in Greek mythology. The lessons are quite relevant today especially in a complex, chaotic business world. more…
Social Media and Tribes #3: Mob mentality
by Deepika Bajaj, Jun 23, 2010
Contrary to popular conventions about the Web opening minds, people are more likely to read information or participate in social groups that reinforce what they already believe. A tribe can show dramatic increase in the undesirable action compared with doing nothing at all, because it demonstrated that lots of others engaged in the behavior. But if your message to your tribe is right, you can make positive change happen. more…
Flexible Focus #7: Inside the lines
by William Reed, Jun 24, 2010
Thinking outside the box is a synonym for creativity. Although this metaphor has captured the popular imagination, the real challenge is to engage in applied creative thinking that solves real problems. Just like tennis is a game that is played entirely within the box, the most exciting and productive creative work is often produced and performed inside the box. In this article William explains how to use the Mandala chart to expand your thinking and stay within the lines. more…
Author’s Journey #27: Building relationships with your readers
by Roger Parker, Jun 25, 2010
It is increasingly obvious that the whole point of writing a book is not to sell books, but to build long-term and profitable reader relationships. Consider your book the core of your long-term self (or business) marketing plan. In this scenario, your book becomes the hub of a relationship-building strategy that begins long before your book appears and continues for years afterward. more…