I was approached by the Branch Manager from a company that was one of my suppliers. Twice a year, he would come by or call to see if I was ready to come work for him selling the products I used in my business. After years of “persuading”, I decided the timing was right. I […]
Pyramid Math The pyramids used a lot of advanced math to build. The dimensions are a tribute to higher mathematics. So what does this have to do with sales? We can determine the selling price by one of two methods–price markup or price margin. In working with many salespeople, I find they don’t understand the […]
Are you following the buzz on web-based applications? More and more companies are wondering if this form of software might be a good fit. I’d like to explore these application with an eye toward business use. Introduction What is a web-based application? It is software that runs on a remote server rather than your desktop […]
Have you developed a strategic technology plan (STP) for your business? Have you decided what technologies to consider? Do you know when to implement a new application, and how to judge a viable and valuable return on investment? Who is Your Technology Consultant? Most companies get their technology advice from a commissioned sales person […]
The word technology means different things to different people. To some, it refers to a specific item, like a cellular telephone or a computer. Others use the word generically to describe an industry, equating it with the steel or farming industry. It really is both. Early Technology One of the earliest technologies was the lever. It […]
One of my passions is helping people. In fact, my personal mission statement is Having fun, serving people. As I continue to have conversations with people, eCommerce is a hot topic and I have spent a lot of time researching and using different methods for online stores. Currently I manage a ZenCart installation and a […]