Author Archive for A.B. LONDON
Oprah Running Her “OWN” Network: Not As Easy As You Thought
Despite lukewarm ratings, Oprah has remained steadfast about seeing her network succeed. She said, “You have to be committed because, you know, I signed a deal. I’m going to do it.” She also said that she does not miss doing her old show everyday, though she does miss the audience.
Selling the “Outdoors” to Manhattan
With 121 stores across the country, REI has deemed New York City ready for its rugged wares.
Tata: India’s Industrial Empire
The Tata group, of which he is chairman, is a giant too—or rather a collection of them. This family of companies covers cars and consulting, software and steel, tea and coffee, chemicals and hotels. Overall, the group earned 3.2 trillion rupees, or $67.4 billion, in revenues in 2009-10 and 82 billion rupees in profits.
Apoplectic: Black Unemployment Off The Charts
“The reliance on these jobs has provided African-Americans a path upward,” said Robert H. Zieger, emeritus professor of history at the University of Florida, and the author of a book on race and labor. “But it is also a vulnerability.”
Honestly: Does Social Media Really Work?
Can you really make Facebook, Twitter, and Groupon, among others, work for your small business.
Rave Reviews for “Radar”
Many new smartphones try to mimic the look of the iPhone; the HTC Radar 4G, mercifully, does not. The Radar is a sleek, silver-on-white eye-catcher of a phone. It’s proof that it’s possible to get an attractive, functional smartphone for $99.
China: Sizzling “Smartphone” Market
China beat out the U.S. for the first time to become the world’s largest smartphone market by volume during the third quarter, according to one research firm, marking a new epicenter for the global mobile computing boom.
Google: Still “Shaking-Out” Products
The company is taking the axe to the following products and services: Google Wave, Google Gears, Google Friend Connect, Google Bookmarks Lists, Google Search Timeline, Knol and Renewable Energy Cheaper than Coal.
Veterans: Providing National Service, Getting Very Little Service in Return
Veterans have skills that managers consider essential to the workplace: self-discipline, problem-solving, decision-making in stressful situations and teamwork.
Management: When Teacher Becomes Student
In an effort to school senior executives in technology, social media and the latest workplace trends, many businesses are pairing upper management with younger employees in a practice known as reverse mentoring. The trend is taking off at a range of companies, from tech to advertising.
Betting on “Crowdpark”
Crowdpark has received $6 million in funding from Target Partners and Earlybird Venture Capital.
Creating One Wage-Scale and A Unified Work Force
The head of Chrysler said that the carmaker’s two-class wage system has to go, setting the stage for a fight when all three U.S. automakers and their largest union head back to negotiating tables in 2015.
Entrepreneur White Paper: Time Management
Efficiency is profitable and will get you to where you want to be. Efficiency will help you get there sooner, easier, and at lesser expense. Devising a plan to get there becomes crucial.
Recreating the Brain of a Visionary
It is surprisingly difficult being a genius in corporate America.
Become an Independently Wealthy Woman
Are you ready to become an independently wealthy woman? If so, check out the six-week teleclass series for women entrepreneurs and business owners.
Gaining Influence: The Trillion Dollar Hispanic Market
Hector Orcí, co-founder and chairman of the agency, says “… for the last 30 years, a minority of companies that have been smart enough to take advantage of engaging Hispanic consumers, have seen their efforts make a difference to their bottomline… “
A Company Built On A Crisper Gin And Tonic
Most businesses aren’t launched by bringing tree bark to parties. But that’s how Jordan Silbert, got into the tonic-water trade. Now I’d be surprised not to see it at a sophisticated cocktail bar in Manhattan.
Reebok Chasing Adidas
Products such as $100 EasyTone sneakers and $75 ZigTech Lite jackets continue Reebok’s revival.
How To Make Money As An Expert
The moment you stop producing, you stop getting paid. By creating your product one time, you provide that business solution over and over again: by the hour or by the job, you are being paid for what you produce.
