Segueway to Success - The Changing OEM Model – Made in the USA? By Tom Kuchan Historically, recessions in the United States have tended to originate in the manufacturing sector. Each school of economic thought, Keynesians, Monetarists, Austrians, etc., have their own theories as to why it happens but regardless of the “why” the “where” has [...]
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Lean Manufacturing – Part 2 with Dr. Pete from Boston
Small Business Building with Dr. Pete from Boston Lean Manufacturing Part 2 – Benefits of Lean Manufacturing and Develop (or participate in the development of) a 6S implementation road map with the 10 Secrets to Implementing Lean Manufacturing! ..” Join Dr. Pete, Friday, 10/26 at 11:30 am, as he explores Lean Manufacturing Part 2 – Prerequisites: Open [...]
Transitioning American Veterans by Dr. Pietro (Pete) Savo
We find ourselves challenged to support the strengths and needs of veterans as they transition from a military life to pursuing higher education. This challenge finds its home well within the framework of Schlossberg’s transition model, which was developed to assist with a broad range of life transitions. Many institutions of higher education have developed [...]
Manufacturing Business Pyramid Effect by Dr. Pietro (Pete) Savo
Many small manufacturing businesses today resemble what I call an upside-down pyramid. Can you envision such a pyramid attempting to balance on its point? What you have is an impossible balancing act of monumental proportions; near impossible regardless how much money you throw at it! Many manufacturing businesses today, reside in a world managed by [...]
“STEM Fields” Talent Shortage – How the United States can regain its competitiveness in math- and science-related fields.
Read the entire article featured in Career College Central Magazine, September 2012 addition page 50. “STEM Fields” Talent Shortage; How the United States can regain its competitiveness in math- and science-related fields. Career College Central Magazine, September 2012 For the past 100 years, technological innovations in science and engineering have fueled the U.S. economy, produced [...]
“Education from Manufacturing Industry History” with Dr. Pete from Boston
Small Business Building with Dr. Pete from Boston “Education from Manufacturing Industry History” , Social Media, Regulatory & Political Challenges weakening higher education. Join Dr. Pete, Friday, 10/12 at 11:30 am, as he explores 3 interconnected subjects effecting us all! 1. Education From Manufacturing Industry History 2. Social Media is the secret sauce for modern education [...]
Thriving in a Global Economy in Crisis: “Capital Availability for Start-Ups and SMB’s in Today’s Market”
Thriving in a Global Economy in Crisis: “Capital Availability for Start-Ups and SMB’s in Today’s Market” Due to the current economic landscape and the upcoming election, private equity and capital availability has been in the spotlight and often represented in a negative light. Regardless of your political affiliation, private equity is an important vehicle for [...]
STEM Education – with Dr. Pete from Boston
Small Business Building with Dr. Pete from Boston “STEM Fields” Talent Shortage. by Mike Boehler Join Dr. Pete, Friday, 10/05 at 11:30 am, as he discusses “STEM Fields” Talent Shortage; How the United States can regain its competitiveness in math- and science-related fields. For the past 100 years, technological innovations in science and engineering [...]
LLN Reports on Christine Morlet, CSP Speaker & International Negotiation Specialist
LLN Reports on Christine Morlet, CSP (Certified Speaking Professional) Speaker & International Negotiation Specialist Join Mike Boehler and Fred McMurray as they interview Christine Morlet, a Negotiation Keynote Speaker, interpersonal communication consultant and trainer at 3 pm Thursday, October 11th. She is a specialist in bench marking the best progression of European negotiators and [...]
Education From Manufacturing Industry History -Dr. Pete Savo
Education From Manufacturing Industry History by Dr. Pietro (Pete) Savo American Writer a Positive Thinking Movement by Dr. Pietro (Pete) Savo Christopher Musselwhite (1990) identified the need for business to define a process that encourages best capabilities and practices to ensure business success. The focus of the organization’s leaders is to develop new leaders through early [...]
Small Business Building with Dr. Pete from Boston – Leadership & Change
Small Business Building with Dr. Pete from Boston “Leadership & Change” by Mike Boehler Join Dr. Pete, Friday, 9/28 at 11:30 am, as he discusses “Leadership & Change, providing numerous avenues for enhancing the qualities of good leadership in you and your team”. Improve your performance by increasing your effective leadership skills. [...]
Linked Local Network Reports on Leanne Hoagland-Smith, Chief Results Officer for ADVANCED SYSTEMS
Linked Local Network Reports on Leanne Hoagland-Smith, Chief Results Officer for ADVANCED SYSTEMS. by Mike Boehler Leanne Hoagland-Smith is the Chief Results Officer for ADVANCED SYSTEMS, a 15 year young, executive coaching and organizational [...]
Small Business Building with Dr. Pete from Boston
Small Business Building with Dr. Pete from Boston by Mike Boehler Join Dr. Pete, 9/14 at 11:30 am, as he discusses Transitioning American Veterans. The transition from military life to higher education is a challenge that can be made easier. Why career college staff are taking the time to get inside the minds of [...]
Small Business Building with Dr. Pete from Boston
Small Business Building with Dr. Pete from Boston by Mike Boehler Join Dr. Pete as he discusses Small Business Best Practices, to never stop rediscovering your business! Improve and build your business. Master your Markets – become the competition! Public and Private sectors Doing business with the US Government Doing business with Boeing [...]
3DCreations: The Future is… so yesterday. Or is it?
AT the risk of: 1) dating myself; and 2) revealing that “It’s what I don’t know”, I have to say our Guest on last week’s Trend On show, Jesse De Pinto of 3DCreations, llc both inspired and amazed me. I remember watching reruns of those crazy Jetson’s in their futuristic world of Rosy the [...]
STRAIGHT SHOOTING YOUR ERP WITH A HIRED GUN
Although a Hired Gun is an expression with a connotation of doing some sort of dirty or dubious work, when it comes to ERP, that is, Enterprise Resource Planning, hiring a Big Gun to do objective consulting for your company’s ERP implementation, is worth the investment and more than beats shooting yourself in the [...]
4th OF JULY & FAMILY — AMERICA’S “ROOTS & WINGS”
The 4th of July: a snapshot day of “What it is to be an American”. It’s the collective holiday of our independence as a nation founded on freedom. That freedom to live and love is celebrated in summer’s warmth (or record heat as this year) as families and communities across this land of yours and [...]
HEIDI’S BUSINESS MINUTE: 6/27/2012
For the last several weeks we have talked about ERP, that is Enterprise Resource Planning and the how to’s of implementing a system. This week we focus more on how to choose a specific ERP system. This week we focus more on how to choose a specific ERP system Buying decision. Chosing a Specific ERP [...]
Summer Sounds of Music & Fashion Fun: Building a Boutique Business
Trend On Co-Host Heidi Feemster Trend On Co-Host Tamara Leigh Summer. Who doesn’t love it? It’s mere mention immediately brings back childhood memories of school years ending in happy hiatus over the hot months of June, July and August. In the Mid-West, after the work of relentless winters, Summer gives everyone permission to PLAY. Each [...]
It’s not what you say…It’s how you say it!
When you’re talking with someone, there are only three types of verbal communication: (1) Questions (2) Statements (3) Commands When you ask a question, what does your voice do at the end of the sentence? It goes up at the end. Why is that important to know? I’ll get to that in a minute. When [...]
True Networking Costs
True Networking Costs by Howard Larson So what do you do? Join a Chamber of Commerce? At Professional Industry Association? Formal Networking Groups? Let’s look at the cost incurred by each. They all have their place if you get work out of them, or do you just like being in a group for the fun [...]
Trend On Business Minute: ERP – WHO’S in CHARGE?
Previously, we talked about WHY & HOW of ERP, that is, Enterprise Resource Planning, which is a computer system and software that helps run your company more efficiently. WHY you should chose an EPR system and How do you choose one? We looked at questions you should ask before settling on “Your Final [ERP] Answer”. [...]
Why go to the 2012 Design & Manufacturing Midwest Conference June 19th – 20th?
The 2012 D&M Midwest Conference Brochure is now available. Download the program to share with your team! Enhance your effectiveness with the latest practices and technologies at the Design & Manufacturing Midwest Conference on June 19-20 in Chicago. Take a look at the full program and speaking panel. Join us for business-critical insights and in-depth [...]
Greater Chicago Networking Extravaganza a Week Away
Networking Extravaganza a Week Away … well a little more than that; however, Lillian Bjorseth want’s to be sure you have time to register! The Greater Chicago Networking Extravaganza, Chicago’s premiere relationship-building event, will be held from 5:30 to 8:45 pm May 23, 2012 at the Metropolitan Club, Chicago. In addition to the informative, interactive presentations [...]
I Believe by Mark Papadas
How many of you reading this truly believe the value that you and your product/service deliver? I’ve found that most salespeople lack the confidence in themselves and the conviction in their belief to truly become successful. By their own actions, they commoditize themselves and what they are selling. They limit their own opportunities for success [...]
Valedictorian from the School of Hard Knocks
Do you have your diploma from the School of Hard Knocks or are you still taking classes every day? Every day, millions of sales people go to work unprepared for the challenges they face. They unknowingly make mistakes that cost them business. Below are three things you can do to speed up your graduation from [...]
Building Business through Social Media
Many small business owners are faced with similar issues when tackling the subject of internet marketing. What actual value and ROI can I expect for my business? Do I use it alone or as a complement to my existing marketing plan? It’s likely that the company has a static website managed by the two person [...]
Cultural Spotlight: Keeping in Touch using Social Media
Today, I used the opportunity to broaden my reach using social media. Most people stay in touch with family, friends, business associates using social media. In my case I used it to stay in touch with classmates. My high school reunion is coming up in Denver and I live in suburban Chicago, unfortunately I won’t [...]
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