I asked for blog post ideas on Twitter and this was one that intrigued me. As far as I can remember, I've been involved in naming five businesses. So, without further fanfare, here are my stream of consciousness thoughts as to how I arrived at each of these names. Professional Printing Services - … [Read more...]
Archives for 2011
An idea for staying motivated
Take a day off and do whatever you want. I can think of no better way to remain motivated than enjoying the freedom that your work arrangement has afforded you. If you aren't self-employed, schedule a vacation or personal day as soon as possible. If you are self-employed, tomorrow would be a good … [Read more...]
Small Business 101 Series – Revisited
Last July I took a week to share some of my favorite advice for small business owners. As I look back six months later I realize that these five posts represent cornerstones of how I do business. Perhaps it was the writing of the posts that refocused me. Instead I think it was me writing about what … [Read more...]
Creating ambassadors and agents of you
Last year, with the exception of software development for our company, I pretty much did it all myself. To some extent, the economic times dictated that's how it had to be for awhile. As the recession eased and our market began to invest in color verification tools again, I was ready. It was time to … [Read more...]
Avis tries harder – really?
Recently, while visiting a client, he offered to have his driver take my rental car out and fill the gas tank so I could spend a few extra minutes with the customer. My client was also kind enough to pay for the gas; not realizing I needed the receipt to avoid Avis' $13.99 gas charge for driving … [Read more...]
How smiles and thank yous pay dividends
Earlier today as I was leaving the partner business where I'd spent the last two days, I stopped to say goodbye to Betty, the woman at the front desk. I started with a smile, and then thanked Betty for her help over the last year tracking down invoices and payments. Betty smiled back, and said, … [Read more...]
Why communities like Third Tribe Marketing are worth the cost
Recently, a partner and I were trying to decide which screen casting product to purchase for a community we are building. We both knew of ScreenFlow and Camtasia, but needed to decide which to review and ultimately purchase. I remembered a conversation thread in Third Tribe Marketing (affiliate … [Read more...]
How minor adjustments make you more productive
Sometimes your life requires big adjustments to move you forward toward a productive and fruitful life. This is the case with addictive substances and behaviors. If you are addicted, then the only real answer is to quit. That often requires a commitment to change and the support structure necessary … [Read more...]
How to manage multiple Twitter accounts effectively
Several times in the last year I've had to address the confusion that having two Twitter accounts with my name on them causes. The two accounts are @raffel and @JimRaffel. The two accounts serve different purposes and I have written the bio of each to reflect those differences. Nonetheless confusion … [Read more...]
Accountability Circles
Want to stay out of trouble? Of course you do. More success comes your way when you are staying out of trouble. Besides, you wouldn't be reading this blog is you didn't want to be more successful. Well here's a way to improve your success. Create Accountability Circles In six tips for the traveling … [Read more...]
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