Archive for the ‘Economy’ Category
Wednesday, July 28th, 2010 |
July’s Business/News & Views® contains great information and resources for small businesses. David Weatherholt encourages your company to “Be the Best” and introduces you to the process that can lead your business to the top. With a similar intention, Amanda Cullen writes on implementation- tips to take your strategy to market.
David’s economic summary emphasizes the uncertainty businesses and consumers feel about the economic recovery. He describes this outlook with up-to-date analysis and data.
Finally, lighten things up a bit with “Four Common Errors on Social Media Strategy,” to help your business be smart about social media.
Read now: Business/News & Views® – July 2010
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Friday, June 4th, 2010 |
This economic update from Business/News & Views shows that, slowly as it may be, prosperity is returning to the United States’ economy. Here’s an excerpt from the article:
The U.S economy is pulling out of the economic malaise of the past two years and is firmly on the path to economic recovery. The seven economic indicators represented in this report have been moving ever-so-slowly but steadily in an upward direction. This month five out of the seven indicators have shown significant positive change pointing to a strong economic recovery.
To see the graphs and my complete analysis, read the full article: Prosperity Returns
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Friday, May 28th, 2010 |
May’s issue of Business/News & Views® brings a bevy of great advice – from how to be a peerless competitor to defining your business’ future to helping shape the futures of graduates.
David Weatherholt brings great economic news, as he says that Prosperity Returns. For businesses looking to find new markets, we have news of a free international and trade seminar sponsored by the SBA.
And lastly, don’t miss out on some helpful technology tips.
Read Now: May 2010 Business/News & Views®
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Tuesday, May 4th, 2010 |
David Weatherholt is joined by two guests, gubernatorial candidate Ralph Samuels and Todd Clark, president of DenaliTEK. Ralph Samuels addresses the roles of government and business and why he wants to be governor.
This “Getting Down to Business” podcast inaugurates a new monthly segment headed by Todd Clark called The IT ProAdvisor. Todd delves into the importance of backing up your data – and the resources required to address this important issue.
David also brings some worrying news about the economy – that the current recession is well-above the average length for post-WWII recessions. Listen to learn what this might mean for your business.
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Business in Alaska III
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Friday, April 2nd, 2010 |
In February, I suggested we were in a Slow Motion Recovery. While I hate to bear bad news, I now believe we are in a Stalled Recovery. In the worst-case scenario, we may be headed for a double-dip recession. Don’t believe me? Read my full article, complete with charts and explanations here: Stalled Recovery. (Trust me, I don’t want to believe what I’m saying, either.)
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Wednesday, March 31st, 2010 |
Dave Weatherholt introduces the topic of “business risk.” He explains there are many aspects to risk, and not all of it is bad (he gives the example of Fire Island Rustic Bakeshop not having enough bread to sell to its many customers). Dave gives small businesses tools and concepts to help them deal with and minimize business risk. Todd Clark, founder and president of DenaliTEK, started his new IT update segment in this “Getting Down to Business” podcast.
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Minimizing Business Risk
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Tuesday, March 30th, 2010 |
In March’s Business/News & Views®, you will find marketing advice, tales of economic caution, exciting new ways to use the Internet for business productivity and tips on how to keep your bookmarks safe.
Amanda Cullen asks, “Are you easy to do business with?” and provides readers with advice for how to maximize small businesses’ natural competitive advantages.
David Weatherholt has some worrying economic news, which everyone should read. On a more optimistic note, his editorial explains “Cloud Computing” and how small businesses can use it to reduce expenses and increase productivity (and it’s not as hard as you think!).
Read Now: Business/News & Views® - March 2010
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Wednesday, March 3rd, 2010 |
My analysis about the economy is that it is in a Slow Motion Recovery. We have turned a corner, and the largest, most resilient economy in the world is now refreshed, healthy and ready to move to greater heights. But it won’t happen immediately.
For the full analysis, along with graphs for leading economic indicators, read the full economic summary here: “Slow Motion Recovery“
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Friday, February 26th, 2010 |
February’s issue of Business/News & Views® will provoke you to think differently about your small business.
David Weatherholt knows the way of the entrepreneur is challenging, and sometimes lonely. His “Paradox of Leadership” article has ten concepts that can keep you going, even when times seem tough.
David tells us in his economic summary that this is a, “Slow Motion Recovery.” Read the article for more details.
Amanda Cullen presents her “5 Small Business Marketing Rules” in a new series on small business marketing. In this initial article, she challenges you to take the test and see how your marketing efforts stack up.
Our final article is sponsored by the CEO Club and encourages small business leaders to find mentors. A mentor will hold your business accountable, and help you “Learn How to Fish.”
Read Now: Business/News & Views® - February 2010
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Thursday, January 21st, 2010 |
Using key economic indicators, I’ve prepared my monthly Economic News Summary. I’ve poured over the graphs and numbers to bring you my analysis and predictions. Here’s an excerpt:
The student turns into the master? The Federal Reserve pumped millions of dollars into the economy as chairman Ben Bernanke, an expert on the Great Depression of the 1930’s, learned from mistakes made then. The fear with his approach was that inflation would run wild. So far inflation remains low (see link below); the banking system has been stabilized, and moderate growth has returned.
Read the entire January 2010 Economic News Summary
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Thursday, January 21st, 2010 |
The January issue of Business/News & Views® contains great advice for your business in the new year.
David Weatherholt encourages you to “Diversify Your Business” — using the proven investment principle of diversification to look at your business in an innovative, risk-reducing way.
In David’s Economic Summary, he discusses the Federal Reserve’s approach to handling the recession, along with presenting his interpretation of important economic indicators.
Amanda Cullen weighs in with advice on “How Not to Treat Your Customers,” and our Internet Tips and Tricks provides tips on “How to Get Repeat Visits to Your Web Site.”
Read Now: Business/News & Views® - January 2010
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Monday, December 21st, 2009 |
The December issue of Business/News & Views® is chock full of useful news and great advice for small businesses. In the news, David sees growth in the economy’s future with his Economic News Update. Amanda Cullen writes an article about creating great customer experiences and how that grows your profits. David weighs in with the importance of tracking your business’s performance numbers. He provides an easy-to-use cash flow statement and walks readers through each step in this helpful article. Finally, Kevin Donnigan details the seven top social networking sites for businesses– and how you can use them for your business.
Read Now: Business/News & Views® - December 2009
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Tuesday, December 15th, 2009 |
Dave talks project management principles with Dan Maxwell, Technical Project Manager for Structured Communication Systems, Inc. They give listeners advice for “doing it right” – by defining “project”, analyzing risk analysis and discussing technology solutions. Dan sets forth an alarming statistic that 80% of projects fail– don’t let yours be one of them!
Dave also gives a business and economic news update by analyzing the Optimism Index over the course of the year.
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Doing It Right
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Tuesday, December 1st, 2009 |
Entrepreneurs Sydney Mitchell Dawn Walsh talk with David Weatherholt about their venture: a shoe store for women who love shoes beyond reason. Their store, Shoefly + Hudsons, is in Juneau, AK and appeals to shoe lovers in many creative ways– including hosting private parties.
David also talks economic news, using his experience dealing with recessions to encourage businesses. Paul Foutz joins David later in the show to discuss the Alaskan economy and what’s ahead in the coming year.
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Discovering Latent Revenue
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Wednesday, November 18th, 2009 |
In the November 2009 issue of Business/News & Views®, David Weatherholt brings us good news about the economy in a thorough analysis of the quarter’s economic indicators. In his editorial, Dave writes on entrepreneurs, heroes and the power of necessity.
Amanda Cullen writes about relationship marketing and how developing relationships with your customers encourages them to buy more and refer more.
Read Now: Business/News & Views® – November 2009
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Sunday, March 15th, 2009 |
David Weatherholt provides some great financial knowledge for the March 2009 issue of Business/News & Views®. He explains income statements in detail and discusses key economic indicators and why they matter.
Read Now: Business/News & Views® – March 2009M/a>
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