http://www.free-articles-zone.com Morenos en 05/12/2009 Lost your Job? Experiencing a sudden or unexpected career change? Worried about your future? http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=248202 2009-04-17 Watching children at play offers valuable lessons for adults. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=243395 2009-04-04 Emergencies are attributed to the unexpected. Emergencies happen when things don't go as intended or have the desired results. We plan, we prepare, and we become comfortable with normal routines. Then, out of the blue, an emergency happens that changes everything. People panic, pressure mounts, and frantic response ensues. The proper response to an emergency is dictated by the cause. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=241229 2009-03-29 In Good to Great by Jim Collins, Circuit City was acknowledged as one of the companies that rose from good to great status by virtue of the appropriate culture and exceptional business strategy. The recognition bestowed on Circuit City was considerable and well deserved. The growth and success of Circuit City was contrasted sharply by the collapse of Silo Stores during the same period of two decades. What happened to a good to great company that it is now gone, and what can we learn from this closing chapter of the second largest electronics retail chain that is painfully relevant during the current economic challenges? http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=238745 2009-03-22 Data is worthless, but knowledge is priceless. Perhaps no single event in history underscored this more dramatically than the rise and fall of the Dot Com Era. Accumulating massive data warehouses of information and customer records proved to be worthless when data could not be converted into real world revenue. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=232230 2009-03-02 Amid the panic of investors, brokers, and analysts, world equity markets plunged 20 percent in one week. IBM presented signs of survival as the company prepares to release a full earning report on October 16 that will show a 20 percent jump in profit. The enormous impact of sickly stocks, broken banks, credit crunch, cascading consumer confidence, and the reeling real estate market will continue to affect the world economy for several more fiscal quarters. However, some companies will use this incredible period to rise to the top, gaining market share and profitability, despite adjustments in overall revenue. What can be learned from those that survive and thrive during a time of economic crises? http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=187688 2008-10-19 Every passing day brings us one step closer to retirement. When economic conditions or personal finances are unclear, the road to retirement seems much longer, and the road on retirement seems to be a rocky and perilous one. 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What can we learn from this approach of studying what could be perceived as deadly and harmful, and apply the same aspirations to our own challenges and temporarily agonizing hurdles? http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=170775 2008-08-19 Are you harnessing the power of gossip, communities, and social networking to promote your brand? Whether your brand is a product, a service, or yourself, this is the era of connectivity and belonging. The Internet has become a powerful medium for connecting people with more than information access. It is creating communities and relationships by making it easier to find individuals with similar interests and preferences. Tapping into this communication is the new face of marketing, and it has a new set of rules to go along with it. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=167699 2008-07-28 What to Victoria Secret, DELL, Staples, Radio Shack, and Montgomery Ward have in common? 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Let's compare and contrast a few recognized examples. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=164946 2008-07-21 Statistics show that most men prefer using Internet search engines for quick advice on health related topics, even more than calling or scheduling time to discuss health concerns with a doctor. The following are the most frequently searched Men's Health Topics on AOL Search. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=163060 2008-07-16 Rising fuel prices have impacted airline travel. Be prepared, and adjust your plans accordingly. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=151311 2008-06-10 Can avoiding taboo topics in communication have a critical impact on clients, partners, peer, family, and friends? 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It is a long term plan of action, and a method of winning, that is based on respect and recognition for the value of partners and clients, in acquisition, merger, expansion, and diversification. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=131259 2008-03-30 The rules have changed. The Internet has made it easier, faster, and more convenient for consumers to compare prices, quality, features, and previous customer experiences. With a suddenly level playing field for brand comparison of commodities, what is the new differentiation? Trust, confidence, and relationships the new differentiation. How well you connect with customers in marketing, sales, and customer service excellence are the essence of success. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=128290 2008-03-19 What is the magic formula for getting ahead? What can I do to accelerate my career advancement? What should I do to get noticed and promoted? These are common questions, and the secret to unlock potential for career advancement is nearly as common. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=125056 2008-03-10 What does it mean to be a Trusted Advocate in Customer Service? To be truly successful in delivering service, it is necessary to understand and support the many collective individuals who are part of the complex chain in delivering customer satisfaction. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=119511 2008-02-26 Selling products or services, it is important to understand why people buy. Marketing, sales, operational infrastructure, and customer service should be crafted with the consumer purchasing perspective. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=116287 2008-02-18 Is it better to be right, or to do right? Is there a real difference between being right and doing the right thing? When it comes to communications, support, and teamwork, there is a perceptible difference between the two. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=115228 2008-02-14 Congress passed a federal law, the Digital Television Transition and Public Safety Act of 2005, mandating the last day of full power analog television broadcasting to be February 17, 2009. On February 17, 2009, all television channels in the US will convert from analog to digital. What does this mean to you? http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=109624 2008-01-22 Effective January 31, 2008, adult United States and Canadian citizens reentering the United States and Canada by land, ferry, or by small boat must carry a passport or a government issued photo ID, such as a driver's license, plus proof of citizenship, such as a birth certificate. It can take six to eight weeks to get a passport. Since August 2007, the United States has been issuing Electronic Passports only. The United States Customs and Border Protection (CBP), and the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA), are cooperating in NEXUS, a joint venture to simplify passage for pre-approved low risk travelers. Learn what you need to know before you go. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=103658 2008-01-01 Garter, Inc analysts highlighted the top ten strategic technologies and trends for 2008. Gartner defines a strategic technology as one with potential for significant impact on enterprise in the next three years. 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Whether you are a trainer, a manager responsible for selecting or delivering training, or if you are interested in enhancing the experience of your customers and partners by making training available, consider these seven simple tips for effective training.competitive and to support the environmental initiatives, manufacturers and industry associations will need to work together and collaborate on solutions that facilitate consistent programs and processes. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=98585 2007-12-12 Hazardous Substances, Electrical and Electronic Equipment have been categorized for labeling, tracking, restriction, and recycling. The objective is to promote the use of environmentally friendly materials and manufacturing processes. The financial burden to support this transition in production is assigned by requirements to provide adequate programs for collection, recycling, and disposal. These costs are primarily carried on the shoulders of the manufacturers and producers of the products. To remain competitive and to support the environmental initiatives, manufacturers and industry associations will need to work together and collaborate on solutions that facilitate consistent programs and processes. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=95812 2007-12-02 Stress can be addictive, contagious, debilitating, or invigorating. Relentless pressure to perform, personality conflicts, and lack of a sense of purpose can be damaging over time. Identify the causes, learn to control harmful stress, and use healthy stress to your advantage. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=93772 2007-11-26 Ten powerful steps to diffuse angry customers, address the issues and sustain customer loyalty. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=91825 2007-11-19 There is a simple strategy for getting more out of life and getting more satisfaction on the journey to achieving your success. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=89843 2007-11-12 Half of the people responding to the survey on Instant Messaging indicate that it is beneficial for communicating with colleagues and obtaining quick answers for making business decisions. Almost as many respondents are using IM to maintain contact with friends and family while at work. Is it a substantial improvement to productivity or an opportunity to facilitate personal communication? http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=82144 2007-10-15 There are new competitors emerging who can take advantage of new facilities, new technology and lean organizations. These organizations are competing with established organizations that have an established network of business relationships, an established infrastructure and associated overhead costs. What industry is this? it pertains to your business. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=82056 2007-10-14 Are you having trouble sleeping? Do you wake up tired? Does it seem like you are putting in more hours of work every day but you just can't seem to catch up? Do you find yourself getting sleepy in the middle of the afternoon, irritable with other people if they delay you in the late afternoon, or staying awake at night and thinking about what you need to do the next day? If you are not getting enough rest, and the right kind of rest, it can slow your productivity, impair your decisions and affect your outlook. There are things that you can do to gain control. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=77848 2007-09-23 If we could represent the demographics of the world into a village of 100 people, what would it look like? If we gave that global village access to 161 billion gigabytes of data, what would they do with it? If six billion gigabytes of data were shared in email in 2006, what would it contain? Most important of all, how is this incredible rate of exponential change be reflected in the education of children today? Where is the education really coming from, in schools, at home or on-line? http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=74609 2007-09-10 Matrix Management is a compelling buzzword with a tempting nirvana of shared resources and unlimited access to expertise that lies in other functional areas. 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Are you looking for a way to get rid of some of those pesky customers who seem to keep coming back and taking up all of your time? Would you like to have time to do more important things, like spend your time trying to get new customers, rather than spend so much time taking care of existing customers? Have no fear, we have gathered some of the top ten tips for weeding out the heard and getting rid of customers. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=68670 2007-08-13 What is most the most important attribute to developing your reputation? Would you prefer to be known as reliable, respected, revered or feared? Is it possible to be all of these things over time? Constructing your reputation is like solving a Rubik's Cube puzzle. It takes time, several steps and the right combination of twists and turns. It is also important to know what it should look like when you are done. When you have the goal in your mind, then you can go about solving the puzzle. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=67214 2007-08-07 The facts and figures from Symantec Security Response and the Internet Crime Complaint Center are both fascinating and alarming. If you have thought about buying or selling on the Internet, especially with Internet Auction Sites, make sure that you are aware of the best practices and the potential pitfalls before you do. An identity is a terrible thing to waste. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=63895 2007-07-23 Print out this quick tip to get ahead with time management and try it for one week to see how it works for you. It can take less than five minutes for you to get ahead of your projects, your schedule and your competition. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=61688 2007-07-09 The Supreme Court ruled in a 5-4 decision to make it easier for manufacturers to require retailers to honor manufacturer assigned Minimum Advertised Price (MAP). Dissenting justices said that the ruling would likely drive up retail prices. What will be the ruling of the consumers? http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=60007 2007-07-01 Sometimes it seems that the responsibilities that we have for coworkers, company, career and family are in tragic conflict. How can we balance the requirements and the responsibilities between personal and professional lives? There are a limited number of hours in a day, so how do we measure them and where do we draw the line? http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=57154 2007-06-18 IDC predicts that the Information Protection and Control (IPC) Solutions market will surpass $3 Billion in 2011. This will be a major area of investment over the next five years, representing a compound annual growth rate of 33%. This tremendous growth is fueled by protection of key sensitive information and complying with privacy regulations. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=55543 2007-06-10 Isn't it amazing how the lessons that are passed from mother to child can come back to us across generations and in such unexpected ways? http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=53328 2007-05-28 Do you find yourself frustrated by long and unproductive conference calls? What reputation do you have for managing conference calls? Establish expectations and a reputation for short and effective conference calls. Get your time back for other activities. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=53344 2007-05-28 Virtually every organization encounters customer complaints from time to time. Sometimes it is easy to get caught up in the complaints and to lose track of how many satisfied customers say nothing at all. Even worse, sometimes it is hard to remember just how valuable a customer complaint can be to the organization. Contrary to how it may feel to be the recipient of a customer complaint, it is a wonderful opportunity if embraced with commitment and integrity. You can turn customer complaints into valuable assets. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=51145 2007-05-17 Email was designed to be a tool to expedite and simplify communication. Tools are effective when managed properly. What happens when the tool starts to manage the person? What happens when a tool for communication replaces conversation and personal interaction? What happens when a time saving tool begins to consume our time? Then it is time to get email under control. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=48849 2007-04-30 The following are tips to help you master preparation for executive presentations. "Executive Presentations" are those presentations intended for introducing new ideas or reviewing performance for management within an organization. These suggestions are intended for optimizing powerful and focused communications. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=47143 2007-04-18 What is your role in this business? Are you like a spectator in a sports arena? Are you a cheerleader for your team? Are you one of the players in the game? Are you a coach? Are you the broadcaster of the game on TV or Radio? Are you the referee of the game? Before you think that I am nut, wait until you see where I am going with this. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=45038 2007-04-01 The true story of The Lost Squadron, a band of pilots and crewmen who survived a harrowing landing on the ice in Greenland. Glacier Girl is the incredible story of a P-38, rescued from under 268 feet of ice, "the finest restoration of any warbird ever done". Glacier Girl prepares to complete a journey to England that started in 1947, and you can see history fly. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=44673 2007-03-29 Imagine what you could accomplish if you were given 100 years to complete any project of your choosing. How would you approach your project management and your time management? What would your timeline look like? http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=42925 2007-03-19 You want to manage a disciplined team, focused on achieving results, beating the competition and demonstrating continuous improvement. You want to generate enthusiasm while making measured progress toward common goals. You want the entire team to succeed, to work together and be the best that they can be. You may be wondering how to begin. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=41851 2007-03-11 Are you in a position that interacts with customers or clients? Are you in a management or a leadership role? Would you like to improve your communication with someone else who is in a management or leadership role? Communication is the key to success in a professional capacity and in our personal relationships. Communication creates a bond between individuals, for better or worse, it can bring us closer together or identify gaps in understanding or appreciation. The most honest communication contains emotion and the ability to exchange ideas with passion. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=40964 2007-03-05 Many airlines are adjusting the policies for frequent flyer miles. The miles that you have been saving for a special trip or vacation may expire faster than you had planned. Rather than take chances, review your frequent flyer policy, your status and your options for spending earned miles. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=40842 2007-03-03 Imagine a company spending one-third of the revenue on a capital investment or an interest payment and never addressing it with shareholders in their annual report. Measure, monitor, and invest appropriately in the biggest impact to your business. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=39330 2007-02-19 Is there an easy way to make the competition irrelevant? In an age with so much access to information, bombarded by advertisements and commercials, is it possible to keep the attention of your potential customers? What is the secret to help customers make an easy decision to buy? There is a secret formula that works for e-commerce, retail, bids and proposals. It is a simple formula that has worked since the days of bartering beads, beans and burrows. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=38494 2007-02-12 Having trouble finding your own source of inspiration at work? Inspiration and motivation permeate the work environment, you just need to know where to look for it. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=37758 2007-02-05 The evolution of reverse logistics for manufactured products is developing in direct proportion to the rapid advancements in technology and the subsequent price erosion of products as new and improved products enter the supply chain at a faster pace. With such thin margins and so much competition, mismanagement of the supply chain can be devastating. Those organizations with the infrastructure to capture and compare the composite value of components with real time intelligent analysis and disposition based on changes in refurbishment cost, resale value, spare parts, repair and overall demand will not only become more profitable, but such flexibility and scalability will allow them to outmaneuver and eliminate the competition. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=37003 2007-01-28 The evolution of consumer electronics, high definition displays, digital broadcasts, displays and media is happening at an increasingly rapid pace. Advancements in technology are occurring much faster than before, reducing the time to deliver new technologies to market at an exponential rate. The algorithm for designing and delivering new technology is nearly a fifty percent reduction in time with every significant breakthrough. With such a rapid race for invention the simultaneous introduction of diverse technologies is as inevitable as price erosion and shortened life cycles for what is considered "new" in consumer electronics. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=36341 2007-01-22 Today is the best day to start planning and saving for the rest of your life. The 401(k) is a wonderful savings plan if offered by your employer because the money goes directly into your retirement account. Not only is the money tax deferred when placed direct into your retirement account, but the interest earned in your retirement account is also tax deferred, which means that you do not pay annual taxes on the growing account value. Changes in the tax law have allowed new types of qualified retirement plans with subtle but important differences. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=35586 2007-01-14 If you are planning travel between US, Canada or Mexico by air or sea, be prepared to present your passport. The same rules apply for the Caribbean and Bermuda. If you are planning business travel, a ski trip, Spring Break, family vacation or warm weather excursion, be prepared to carry a federally recognized identification to enter the US, even if you are a US citizen. The same rules will apply to roads and land border crossings in 2008 http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=34947 2007-01-07 New Year Resolutions are full of great intentions, with 364 more days to fulfill the promises and commitments made on New Years Eve. By focusing on the goal, and not on the process, sometimes we try to do too much at once. Creating a healthy lifestyle means adjusting your daily routine. If you can repeat something for 30 days, it becomes part of your routine and part of your lifestyle. You can adjust your lifestyle gradually over time, achieving your goals in a manner that can be sustained and maintained. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=34510 2007-01-02 A quest for the ugliest Christmas tree and the spirit of Christmas http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=34509 2007-01-01 Here is a different perspective on achieving your dreams, holding on to them, and obtaining the life that you desire. This is a simple and practical exercise that takes only a few minutes of your time to complete, but worthy of reflection that could last a lifetime. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=33479 2006-12-18 Once upon a time there was a deaf salesman named Aesop. He tried to sell his wares to the blind brothers Grimm, but no matter how much he elaborated on the features of his wares, the brothers Grimm could not see the benefits. The brothers tried to explain to Aesop that they could not see the features that he described so eloquently, and that they would like to hold the wares so they could appreciate them from their own perspectives. Unfortunately, Aesop was busy talking and could not hear their requests, so the parties separated in mutual frustration and disappointment. How could the grim results of this fable be avoided? http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=33428 2006-12-17 These quick and easy instructions will show you how to create your own custom buttons for the Google Toolbar. If you have a web site or a Blog and you want to share your custom icon or search function for the Google Toolbar button to the world, this tutorial includes step-by-step instructions for you. By creating a custom icon or search function, you make it convenient for others to return to your site or search it. Take command of the toolbar and add a personal touch with icons and useful functions. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=31968 2006-11-29 Whether you are preparing to interview, preparing to be interviewed, or just interested in conducting a quick self-analysis, the following topics tips will help you develop a perspective. An ounce of preparation is prevention from a pound of Preparation H. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=31380 2006-11-20 Condensed highlights are only a glimpse of the many incredible accomplishments from the life of this prolific entrepreneur. Many may ask, "What inspires and enables a man to achieve so much in a single lifetime?" To this question he has demonstrated the answer in actions as well as his own words. His business success was founded on a genuine commitment to the workers. From humble beginnings and a romantic quest, he was lifted to astounding success on the shoulders of the workers and the values that he supported. See if you can recognize this man by his accomplishments before you get to the last paragraph. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=30722 2006-11-11 The rules have changed. Shopping for employment is a hybrid of automated filter applications, on-line search engines and good old fashioned human interpretation. To be effective you need to make sure that your resume is designed to perform in all of these areas. In the hunt for a new job, a better job, or just keeping your Resume current, use these ten simple steps to draft a stellar resume. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=30441 2006-11-09 How do you communicate when sales are below forecast, you are over budget, or you are not on plan? What impact does this have on moral and motivation for the organization? Are demoralized and intimidated employees more likely to rise to the challenge and improve performance than inspired contributors with clear direction and leadership? http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=30288 2006-11-08 Share this article with coworkers in an email and enter your TOTAL SCORE in the Subject Line, ask for a reply to see how your score relates to others in your organization. Trust is a fundamental foundation for any relationship, business or personal. Without it, the relationship has defined limits and greater risk of gradual erosion or collapse. With Trust, the relationship is exponentially stronger than the sum of the individual contributors. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=29082 2006-10-29 A Survey reveals stunning similarities in staff meeting results. How can you make your meetings more effective, and how can you measure your results? Quick and easy suggestions to improve meeting performance. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=29123 2006-10-29 The following tips can apply to virtually any profession or industry. If you think that these are self-evident, then I challenge you to take a personal assessment. Print this page and keep the list on your desk for one week. Place a checkmark next to each item when you conduct an activity that fulfills one of these objectives. Can you check all of these items in one week? Are you actively practicing the commitment that you desire from your customers? http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=27574 2006-10-16 How much are loyal customers worth to you? What would you do for repeat customers and referrals? How could this help you increase profitability and sales? You can get loyal customers right now, they are just waiting for you to find them! http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=26675 2006-10-08 Let's take a quick look and analyze your position in the Supply Chain. You are either the one driving the truck, the one pumping the gas, or the one paying the other two. It does not matter if you are a vendor, supplier, manufacturer, dealer, service supplier or customer, the cost of freight either impacts the amount you charge, the amount you are reimbursed or the price you pay. It is safe to assume that you are the center of the universe for your personal Supply Chain and that suppliers and customers revolve around your business. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=26065 2006-10-01 Document the definitions for your business, organization, or your role in the organization. With defined and aligned goals and purpose, individuals within an organization are empowered for personal success. The following seven principles may seem simple and obvious, as they should. However, would your definitions be aligned with everyone else in your organization or your customers? http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=26069 2006-10-01