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Member You - The Mini-Project Manager Concept
Is Over Lunch a Good Time to Interview?
Here are my answers -- sometimes - never - maybe - it all depends. You may think that's an indecisive response, but few things have concrete, no diversion, answers, especially when it's your future and financial security.You will assume this is a great time to interview. It begins by thinking about FOOD and knowing it's FREE to you. But there might be a "dark" side too. Both the interviewer and the interviewee have risks in this career game. Since all of us are trying, wanting to win, it has some high stakes for all who get involved in the process.Interviewer says....."How about us having lunch to talk about your career decision?" Smooth; completely innocent; what can go wrong is the reply coming through from our subconscious mind. Sure, we remind ourselves about the "not-to" list, but so often we get comfortable and layed back when consuming delectable morsals.Be on YOUR guard every second --Never relax your guard when you are seeking a new position with any employer. Most interviewing PROS know that "over lunch" is always a good time for candidates to relax and drop their guard without even thinking about it... to their ultimate regret.Our true self - who you really are - requires your BEST behavior interacting with the wait-staff; the cashier; everyone you encounter in the restaurant or private club [if you're so fortunate!]The point is... even if the INTERVIEWER host lets his/her guard down with small talk or orders a "drink" it's NOT a good idea for YOU to follow suit.
/p>Here are my answers -- sometimes - never - maybe - it all depends. You may think that's an indecisive response, but few things have concrete, no diversion, answers, especially when it's your future and financial security.You will assume this is a great time to interview. It begins by thinking about FOOD and knowing it's FREE to you. But there might be a "dark" side too. Both the interviewer and the interviewee have risks in this career game. Since all of us are trying, wanting to win, it has some high stakes for all who get involved in the process.Interviewer says....."How about us having lunch to talk about your career decision?" Smooth; completely innocent; what can go wrong is the reply coming through from our subconscious mind. Sure, we remind ourselves about the "not-to" list, but so often we get comfortable and layed back when consuming delectable morsals.Be on YOUR guard every second --Never relax your guard when you are seeking a new position with any employer. Most interviewing PROS know that "over lunch" is always a good time for candidates to relax and drop their guard without even thinking about it... to their ultimate regret.Our true self - who you really are - requires your BEST behavior interacting with the wait-staff; the cashier; everyone you encounter in the restaurant or private club [if you're so fortunate!]The point is... even if the INTERVIEWER host lets his/her guard down with small talk or orders a "drink" it's NOT a good idea for YOU to follow suit.
The data collected from these surveys has confirmed a lot of my suspicions; that companies are regressing back t
Apply for a Credit Card Merchant Account Online
Who should apply for a credit card merchant account online? Why, you should, of course, if you want to grow your business and maximize sales volume! In this day and age, more and more business functions are moving into cyberspace, which means that business owners must be ready to travel to this relatively unknown domain if they want to maintain strong customer ties and stay a step or two ahead of the competition. Don’t worry if you’re not Web savvy; most online processes that are geared to the general consumer are not hard to perform. In fact, most are downright easy.First, find a lender that you respect that is willing to extend you a credit card merchant account online. This may be the bank where your business interests and accounts currently reside. Or you may choose to shop for another lender with better rates or services. Don’t rush into this decision, however. Plan some time in your schedule to carefully browse the many services offered through a host of financial institutions today. You can browse the Internet by typing in search phrases like “merchant account” or “merchant services” and seeing what Google or your favorite search engine can bring up. Then it becomes a matter of checking out each lender to find the one that will best fit with your business budget or growth objectives.Some companies may seem a little too shady, while others may not have been in business long enough to enjoy a solid reputation. Others may charge a frightful amount for the services you want. Ask around your local business community to see which merchant acc
"Manage from the bottom up; not just from the top down; this creates personal commitment and accountability."
Who should apply for a credit card merchant account online? Why, you should, of course, if you want to grow your business and maximize sales volume! In this day and age, more and more business functions are moving into cyberspace, which means that business owners must be ready to travel to this relatively unknown domain if they want to maintain strong customer ties and stay a step or two ahead of the competition. Don’t worry if you’re not Web savvy; most online processes that are geared to the general consumer are not hard to perform. In fact, most are downright easy.First, find a lender that you respect that is willing to extend you a credit card merchant account online. This may be the bank where your business interests and accounts currently reside. Or you may choose to shop for another lender with better rates or services. Don’t rush into this decision, however. Plan some time in your schedule to carefully browse the many services offered through a host of financial institutions today. You can browse the Internet by typing in search phrases like “merchant account” or “merchant services” and seeing what Google or your favorite search engine can bring up. Then it becomes a matter of checking out each lender to find the one that will best fit with your business budget or growth objectives.Some companies may seem a little too shady, while others may not have been in business long enough to enjoy a solid reputation. Others may charge a frightful amount for the services you want. Ask around your local business community to see which merchant acc
- Bryce's Law
INTRODUCTION
A couple of months ago we started a free service to analyze a person's style of management. Through our "Bryce Management Analysis," a manager answers a series of questions (30 in all) and, based on his responses, we produce a report which assesses his style of management as well as other attributes.
The data collected from these surveys has confirmed a lot of my suspicions; that companies are regressing back to
Read this Article if You Want to Start Your Own Business
Are your considering a move into self-employment? Do you wish to add a small business of your own into your American Dream? Have you been looking around at various business opportunities and businesses that you might see yourself doing? Have you been slowing refining your options down and have now got the list down to a dozen or so possible businesses that you would enjoy doing?You would be surprised how many people this time of year begin to think about their future in this way. You have probably also heard of the risks of owning your own business as it is not as easy as it looks. Often you will work longer hours with no guarantees of a paycheck. In fact you the failure rate in this nation for small businesses is quite high and the deck is tacked against you. The laws whereas they pretend to be pro-small business are actually there as barriers to entry.Additionally once you quit your job you maybe interested to know that you that you may not have benefits, health care insurance or that very steady and helpful paycheck. I would like you to think about this a little. Owning your own business is hard work and there are many more failures than winners. If you do decide to go for it, then you need to go all the way and work your ass off. Be sure you understand that.
Are your considering a move into self-employment? Do you wish to add a small business of your own into your American Dream? Have you been looking around at various business opportunities and businesses that you might see yourself doing? Have you been slowing refining your options down and have now got the list down to a dozen or so possible businesses that you would enjoy doing?You would be surprised how many people this time of year begin to think about their future in this way. You have probably also heard of the risks of owning your own business as it is not as easy as it looks. Often you will work longer hours with no guarantees of a paycheck. In fact you the failure rate in this nation for small businesses is quite high and the deck is tacked against you. The laws whereas they pretend to be pro-small business are actually there as barriers to entry.Additionally once you quit your job you maybe interested to know that you that you may not have benefits, health care insurance or that very steady and helpful paycheck. I would like you to think about this a little. Owning your own business is hard work and there are many more failures than winners. If you do decide to go for it, then you need to go all the way and work your ass off. Be sure you understand that.
- Bryce's Law
INTRODUCTION
A couple of months ago we started a free service to analyze a person's style of management. Through our "Bryce Management Analysis," a manager answers a series of questions (30 in all) and, based on his responses, we produce a report which assesses his style of management as well as other attributes.
The data collected from these surveys has confirmed a lot of my suspicions; that companies are regressing back t
Tips on Starting A Small Business
Small businesses have many challenges to stay afloat. Many budding entrepreneurs think that all they need is an idea or product, a name for their small business, and a bit of work and the product will sell itself and money will come rolling in. If you have ever run a small business - even a home based business - you will know there's much more to it than that!The first thing you, as a potential small business owner must always do, is research your market. Then research your competition, then the available supply for your product or service, and find your unique selling position. This alone can take weeks often months.Once you are satisfied that there is a market for your product or service then you need to sort out your business plan and cash flow projections.Small businesses may appear low cost but many suck up substantial capital before they turn a profit so now, unless you are very fortunate, you must sort out how to finance your small business. Do you remortgage your house? look for investment partners? borrow from friends or family? or approach the bank? Whichever you choose you need to convince others that your small business will be profitable and they will get a return on their money.Once finances are in place the hard work starts. You may have premises to arrange, suppliers to sort out, staff to recruit and mangage, accounts to keep, products to design or source, lawyers to consult, accountants to hire and we must not forget in all of this market and get the all important customers to look at and purchase your products.<
's style of management. Through our "Bryce Management Analysis," a manager answers a series of questions (30 in all) and, based on his responses, we produce a report which assesses his style of management as well as other attributes.Small businesses have many challenges to stay afloat. Many budding entrepreneurs think that all they need is an idea or product, a name for their small business, and a bit of work and the product will sell itself and money will come rolling in. If you have ever run a small business - even a home based business - you will know there's much more to it than that!The first thing you, as a potential small business owner must always do, is research your market. Then research your competition, then the available supply for your product or service, and find your unique selling position. This alone can take weeks often months.Once you are satisfied that there is a market for your product or service then you need to sort out your business plan and cash flow projections.Small businesses may appear low cost but many suck up substantial capital before they turn a profit so now, unless you are very fortunate, you must sort out how to finance your small business. Do you remortgage your house? look for investment partners? borrow from friends or family? or approach the bank? Whichever you choose you need to convince others that your small business will be profitable and they will get a return on their money.Once finances are in place the hard work starts. You may have premises to arrange, suppliers to sort out, staff to recruit and mangage, accounts to keep, products to design or source, lawyers to consult, accountants to hire and we must not forget in all of this market and get the all important customers to look at and purchase your products.<
The data collected from these surveys has confirmed a lot of my suspicions; that companies are regressing back t
Buying a Safe for Your Business? Be Sure You are Buying the Correct Protection!
Buying a safe for your business can be a daunting task, there are so many places you can buy a safe, there are so many kinds of safes to choose from, and there are many safes on the market that will not provide the proper protection.The first step in selecting the proper safe, is choosing where you will buy it, your choices are many, however choosing the right one could save your business.Many businesses use incorrectly rated safes for overnight storage of money, and other valuables, some store records in a non-fire rated container, others store sensitive and fragile computer media in the wrong kind of fire container. Choose the wrong kind of safe for burglary, or fire protection and you could lose all that is valuable to your business, and your insurance company may refuse to pay your claim.Statistics show that if a company's records are lost in a fire, 17% can no longer furnish a financial statement, 14% suffer a reduction in credit rating and 43% go out of business completely. No home or business is safe from fire.How are you going to get information on what is the correct protection for your needs? I recommend a professional safe retailer, or professional locksmith who also sells safes, these businesses buy and sell safes everyday, they are educated, trained and have access to every kind of safe and security container available. They are the experts. Are you going to gamble that you are getting the proper protection, on the recommendation of a minimum wage "big box retailer" clerk?What items do you need to protect, wha
and, based on his responses, we produce a report which assesses his style of management as well as other attributes.Buying a safe for your business can be a daunting task, there are so many places you can buy a safe, there are so many kinds of safes to choose from, and there are many safes on the market that will not provide the proper protection.The first step in selecting the proper safe, is choosing where you will buy it, your choices are many, however choosing the right one could save your business.Many businesses use incorrectly rated safes for overnight storage of money, and other valuables, some store records in a non-fire rated container, others store sensitive and fragile computer media in the wrong kind of fire container. Choose the wrong kind of safe for burglary, or fire protection and you could lose all that is valuable to your business, and your insurance company may refuse to pay your claim.Statistics show that if a company's records are lost in a fire, 17% can no longer furnish a financial statement, 14% suffer a reduction in credit rating and 43% go out of business completely. No home or business is safe from fire.How are you going to get information on what is the correct protection for your needs? I recommend a professional safe retailer, or professional locksmith who also sells safes, these businesses buy and sell safes everyday, they are educated, trained and have access to every kind of safe and security container available. They are the experts. Are you going to gamble that you are getting the proper protection, on the recommendation of a minimum wage "big box retailer" clerk?What items do you need to protect, wha
The data collected from these surveys has confirmed a lot of my suspicions; that companies are regressing back t
Working With The Disabled
Since Congress passed the Americans with Disabilities Act in 1990, people who previously had limited or no access to public places now move about with a degree of ease in the workplace. While these people have their challenges with sight, hearing or movement, those who work with them are often confused about how to interact them with sensitivity and understanding.Here are some of the issues to keep in mind.When it is necessary to mention the disability, language should emphasize the person first, the disability second. Rather than referring to someone as an epileptic, say "person with epilepsy" or "John, who has epilepsy...."Avoid words that have a negative tone. People who use wheelchairs are not "bound" or "confined" to their chairs. A person may have spastic muscles but should not be described as spastic.Preferred language is simple. Instead of saying that a person is "crippled with arthritis," "suffering from MS," "afflicted with ALS," say, "John has epilepsy" or "Mary has MS."Use the following terms:"Congenital disability" rather than "birth defect.""Non-disabled" rather than "normal," "healthy" or "able-bodied.""Condition" rather than "disease" or "defect.""Visually impaired" rather than "blind" unless a person is totally sightless."Deaf" or "hard of hearing" rather than "hearing impaired.""Little person" or "dwarf" rather than "midget."Words or phrases like "victim," "cripple," "unfortunate," "dumb," "deaf mute," "deformed" and "pitiful" are offensive.Ask p
/p>Since Congress passed the Americans with Disabilities Act in 1990, people who previously had limited or no access to public places now move about with a degree of ease in the workplace. While these people have their challenges with sight, hearing or movement, those who work with them are often confused about how to interact them with sensitivity and understanding.Here are some of the issues to keep in mind.When it is necessary to mention the disability, language should emphasize the person first, the disability second. Rather than referring to someone as an epileptic, say "person with epilepsy" or "John, who has epilepsy...."Avoid words that have a negative tone. People who use wheelchairs are not "bound" or "confined" to their chairs. A person may have spastic muscles but should not be described as spastic.Preferred language is simple. Instead of saying that a person is "crippled with arthritis," "suffering from MS," "afflicted with ALS," say, "John has epilepsy" or "Mary has MS."Use the following terms:"Congenital disability" rather than "birth defect.""Non-disabled" rather than "normal," "healthy" or "able-bodied.""Condition" rather than "disease" or "defect.""Visually impaired" rather than "blind" unless a person is totally sightless."Deaf" or "hard of hearing" rather than "hearing impaired.""Little person" or "dwarf" rather than "midget."Words or phrases like "victim," "cripple," "unfortunate," "dumb," "deaf mute," "deformed" and "pitiful" are offensive.Ask p
The data collected from these surveys has confirmed a lot of my suspicions; that companies are regressing back to a Theory X form of management. Over the last twenty years we have witnessed a dramatic swing from a Theory Y or Z form of management, back to Theory X. Whereas workers used to be empowered to make decisions and tackle assignments (a la Theory Y or Z), managers today tend to micromanage every action or decision in their department. Workers are told what to do, how to do it, and when it has to be done, with little regard for their input. We see this not only in the
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