An “Idea” Is Not a Business

NOTE: This does not apply to those who continue to work on developing their idea.I frequently get calls from people who tell me they have a business plan and need my help to make it happen. After the formalities of Non Disclosure Agreements we schedule a meeting....

Dell Goes Private

I loved today’s big news that Dell is going private in a $24 billion deal.That’s a big company to take private and I hand it Michael Dell for leading the charge. Why am I so happy about this?First, my main computer is a Dell. I hate it. The thing reboots...

Super Bowl Lesson

A lot of people are complaining about the “missed” holding call at the end of the Super Bowl. I am not sure that was a missed call. Maybe.It did not cost the 49ers a Super Bowl trophy. Falling 20 points behind cost them the game. Falling behind.Sure, we...

How Decisions Are Made

Are you closing as many sales as you should be? If not, better read on.Let’s assume your marketing is pulling in shoppers. Shoppers are people who claim to want more information before deciding whether or not to buy.We should set a benchmark before moving ahead....

Opportunity

Boeing’s new Dreamliner is experiencing serious issues. There have been smoldering battery compartments leading to emergency landings. This isn’t good on an airplane.I love Boeing. Boeing is one of the most important companies the U.S. has in its...