One of the challenges many people face in business relationships is their ability to listen to their partners. The brain can listen to people at a rate of 125-250 words per minute but thinks of 1,000-3,000 words per minute. So, instead of listening, we are often thinking about what we want to say next, or…
The Next Level
April 11, 2014 By
It’s a good feeling to know that others are actually reading what you write. But it’s a great feeling to engage in a discussion with someone who not only read what you wrote but had insights to share that taught you something new. I am a big fan of collaboration. And I love the saying…
No Burning Bridges
November 21, 2013 By
Sometimes I hear words of wisdom that I can’t help but share with others. And this is one of those times. At a referral group meeting this week a member shared a blog post from the best-selling author and keynote speaker, Jon Gordon. The core message was the importance of relationships, particularly in business, but…
Optimization Made Easy
October 25, 2013 By
Let’s do a little test online. Google a generic search term for your business. For example, if you are a flooring company located in Cincinnati, Ohio, type “Cincinnati flooring companies.” Where is your company found? Is it the first page? The second? The tenth? If your company is not found on the first or second…
Search Engine Optimization
August 23, 2013 By
When it comes to Search Engine Optimization, or SEO, the content that is contained within your website is critical to your target audience finding you. Without the right content, the key words and phrases that are used to search for you will lead them to your competitor, not you. However, having the right key words…
