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Twitter Partners With Google’s Arch-Enemy…
Reuters - February 21, 2012
Twitter Partners With Google's Arch-Enemy...
ReutersTwitter and Russian search engine Yandex have agreed a partnership that will allow Yandex to show new tweets in its search results almost instantly, as Twitter becomes an increasingly important source of real-time information.
Twitter and Russian search engine Yandex have agreed a partnership that will allow Yandex to show new tweets in its search results almost instantly, as Twitter becomes an increasingly important source of real-time information.
4 Things That Set Great Companies Apart
Forbes - February 21, 2012
4 Things That Set Great Companies Apart
ForbesMost businesses these days are operating in survival mode. But take a look at the ones whose performance has been steady. This may sound idealistic, but the companies flourishing in this environment are finding non-traditional ways to compete,...
Most businesses these days are operating in survival mode. But take a look at the ones whose performance has been steady. This may sound idealistic, but the companies flourishing in this environment are finding non-traditional ways to compete, they’re staying focused on what matters most to their clients, and they’re not losing sight of how their product or service can make a difference in the world.
7 Things CEOs Must Know About Mobile Commerce
Forbes - February 21, 2012
7 Things CEOs Must Know About Mobile Commerce
ForbesHere’s a list of the top seven essential things you need to know about mCommerce:
Here’s a list of the top seven essential things you need to know about mCommerce:
Give Your Work Away For Free (Sometimes)
Inc. - February 17, 2012
Give Your Work Away For Free (Sometimes)
Inc.If you're not devoting a small percentage of your time to working for free, you're making a big mistake.
If you’re not devoting a small percentage of your time to working for free, you’re making a big mistake.
10 Sneaky Lessons From Inside Apple
Open Forum - February 15, 2012
10 Sneaky Lessons From Inside Apple
Open ForumIn instance after instance, Apple thumbs its nose at what MBA programs consider to be the best practices of modern business. Here are 10 lessons that any company might apply—with caution—to doing things the Apple way.
In instance after instance, Apple thumbs its nose at what MBA programs consider to be the best practices of modern business. Here are 10 lessons that any company might apply—with caution—to doing things the Apple way.
Why User Experience Is Absolutely Critical
Fast Company - February 14, 2012
Why User Experience Is Absolutely Critical
Fast CompanyUser experience is a priority that should, in some way, find a home within the design of any new-media strategy.
User experience is a priority that should, in some way, find a home within the design of any new-media strategy.
3 Ways To Redefine Your Target Market
Entrepreneur - February 13, 2012
3 Ways To Redefine Your Target Market
EntrepreneurWhat happens if you get your market research wrong and sales don't take off? You don't have to call it quits, but it's clearly time to consider a new customer focus--and fast.
What happens if you get your market research wrong and sales don’t take off?
You don’t have to call it quits, but it’s clearly time to consider a new customer focus–and fast.
5 Ways To Boost ROI By Saying ‘Thanks’
Fast Company - February 13, 2012
5 Ways To Boost ROI By Saying 'Thanks'
Fast CompanyYou know it's important to say thank you. Here are some easy ways to express gratitude--and have it impact your bottom line.
You know it’s important to say thank you. Here are some easy ways to express gratitude–and have it impact your bottom line.
3 Ways To Deal With A No-Win Situation
Fast Company - February 8, 2012
3 Ways To Deal With A No-Win Situation
Fast CompanyThere are three broad options: Retreat, wait, or advance.
There are three broad options: Retreat, wait, or advance.
How To Fix Best Buy
Mashable - February 8, 2012
How To Fix Best Buy
MashableHere is what I believe to be the core cause of Best Buy’s problems: There is almost nothing you can buy at Best Buy stores that isn’t cheaper and more convenient to buy online.
Here is what I believe to be the core cause of Best Buy’s problems: There is almost nothing you can buy at Best Buy stores that isn’t cheaper and more convenient to buy online.
Networking: Don’t Try To Wing It
Entrepreneur - February 7, 2012
Networking: Don't Try To Wing It
EntrepreneurOur research shows women have an edge over men when it comes to networking. The reason: Women are better prepared.
Our research shows women have an edge over men when it comes to networking. The reason: Women are better prepared.
Only 5 Reasons To Sell Your Business In 2012…
Executive Street - February 7, 2012
Only 5 Reasons To Sell Your Business In 2012...
Executive StreetShould I sell my company in 2012? Or wait for better times?
Should I sell my company in 2012? Or wait for better times?
When To Give Up On Your Goals
HBR - February 6, 2012
When To Give Up On Your Goals
HBRGoal setting can be powerful. It's important to periodically look at your priorities and ensure you're doing the things that matter, whether it's seeing friends, getting healthy, or making more sales calls. But it's equally important to re-evaluate...
Goal setting can be powerful. It’s important to periodically look at your priorities and ensure you’re doing the things that matter, whether it’s seeing friends, getting healthy, or making more sales calls. But it’s equally important to re-evaluate those goals to ensure they’re still appropriate.
