Did you know that the world’s cocoa is grown on small family farms located around the equator? Many of those family farms are run by the mothers in those families. There are key traits for successful entrepreneurs. Optimism, integrity and hard work come to mind. Read Anita Newton’s article about...
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5 Clever Customer Service Survival Tips
Build positive customer service for your brands and company. The majority of companies may say they offer good customer service, but do customers as engaged? Learn about 5 clever customer service survival tips on this webisode at YouTube....
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Lisa Shapiro in Candy & Snack TODAY: Taking risks at work and in your career
Successfully handling risk is a measure of your contribution to your company. Lisa Shapiro our Sweets & Snacks 2015 Moderator for Managing through Change panel discussion is interviewed by Candy & Snack TODAY for the July/August 2015 issue. Ms. Shapiro is Director, Cafe & Convenience, Barnes & Noble College Booksellers,...
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What leadership style does your team need?
In this LinkedIn article, Josh Turner articulates the delicate balance between delegation and hands on management for effective decision making and team success. Set vision to guide your team in achieving goals. Hands On vs. Delegation: The Leadership Style Your Team Will Respect....
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Are you a blogger? A freelance writer? Building your SEO
Your point of view is compelling and your blog readership is growing. The challenge businesses face every day is how to expand the number of loyal followers. This Quicksprout article on KISSmetrics by Neil Patel offers suggestions to build your product by expanding the number of contributing writers....
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Millennials represent more than 30% of the US population, how is the office evolving?
Communication, digital devices, work-life balance, expectation for training and career development are all significant to the millennials in your office. This Inc Magazine article by Suzanne Lucas will help you see that ‘it’s not your dad’s workplace anymore.”...
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Millennials – Portrait of Generation Next
Pew Research Center has published a comprehensive analysis of the present and future impact of the US Millennial generation. Millennials – Portrait of Generation Next articulates Millennials’ priorities and aspirations. The study delves into expectations of parental responsibility, purchasing power, technology use, financial responsibility and ongoing change for this demographic...
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