Author Archive for A.B. LONDON
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.
“PG or R:” Some Apps Now Get Rated
Mobile applications and games on popular smartphones and tablets — including Apple’s iPhone and iPad and Android-based devices — will soon carry age-based ratings.
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.
The Blame Game
Work for a big company long enough, and surely you’ll find someone blaming you unfairly or taking credit for a good deed you did. The author of the new book The Blame Game breaks down how this also affects entrepreneurs.
Kickstarter: Financing Website
Kickstarter has emerged as a legitimate option for financing independent films, where a six-figure project is on the low end.
Critics: Should You Listen?
As online retailers have learned, comments can have a big impact on customers’ decisions. Think about it: How often do you check reviews before buying on Amazon?
Ten Time Management Tips
Carry a schedule and record all your thoughts, conversations and activities for a week. You’ll see how much time is actually spent producing results and how much time is wasted on unproductive activities during the course of a day.
Vodka: Clear And Present Danger
And many cheap premium vodkas are now taking aim at vestiges of pre-Lehman excess.
Small Business And The World Of Niches
Don’t worry; “mass” business models aren’t going away anytime soon. But they won’t grow like niches. And that’s good news for small business and the future of 21st century entrepreneurship.
Building An Auto Empire In India
With a beginning price of $2,900, it is designed to lure India’s growing middle class away from their bicycles and motor scooters and into safe family-size, weatherproof vehicles. Nano got off to a rocky start but is gathering speed.
Tips For Using Quora For Business
The popular question-and-answer service is soaring in popularity. How can you maximize its potential for your business? We asked to a few Quora pioneers who’ve quickly found ways to take advantage of the site.
