Coming Soon!

by | Feb 10, 2009 | Business

Sometime within the next two weeks this Blog is going to be converted to a comic strip: Thinking INSDE the Box.Watch for it. It’ll be worth your time.Chris Reich, Author of TeachU’s Blusiness Talk Blog and Thinking INSIDE the Box Business...

Mateship

by | Feb 10, 2009 | Business

Northwestern Australia is under water. Severe flooding. 1,000’s stranded. Crocks and snakes. Southern Australia is on fire. So far, nearly 200 dead. Thousands of homes destroyed.They took the brunt in World War II (held Tobruk). They were with us in Korea. They...

Buy a Ford

by | Jan 30, 2009 | Business

In spite of record losses, Ford Motor has decided to forgo bailout money—at least for now. Support them. If you plan to buy a car or truck soon, start at a Ford dealership. The fastest route out of this economic mess we’re in is to buy American.Chris...

Lost in a Bad Economy?

by | Jan 29, 2009 | Business

Is your business suffering? Think about this.If you are lost in the woods, is it better to look for help or to make yourself easier to be found?Think about how you are spending your energy and resources.Chris Reich, Author of TeachU’s Business Talk...

Look in the Garbage

by | Jan 12, 2009 | Business

I was seeking advice for a client from a restaurant “turn around” expert the other day and he gave me a great tip. I’ve been able to help a few restaurants add to their profitability so this is not unfamiliar territory for me. But Mike opened my eyes...

Advertising

by | Jan 6, 2009 | Business

Before you waste money advertising, do this. Show your product to at least 20 people you would consider potential buyers. Offer these 20 people a 25% discount. If none buy, do not waste a cent on advertising. If fewer than 30% accept your “deal”, your...