Archive for October, 2009

Jean’s Core Business Strategy No. 7: Business Brainpower

What is a workplace relationship?

A workplace relationship exists when two or more people choose – or are required – to work collaboratively for a specific purpose. They may work as individuals or teams.

The starting point is to identify…

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Jean’s Core Business Strategy No. 6: Traps in Tendering and Outsourcing

These can be effective business growth strategies:

  • Both are core business competencies and functions
  • Both require and deserve thorough planning
  • Always start with the project or prototype
  • Keep your eye on the detail, not just on the process

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Jean’s Core Busines Strategy No. 5: Financial Risk Management – don’t neglect your debtors!

Debtor relations is a key component in your Financial Risk Management Checklist. My suggestion is to treat your relationship with debtors as seriously as you treat your relationship with customers or clients.

1. You need a set of Financial Principles

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Jean’s Core Business Strategy No. 4: Marketing Strategy for SMEs – including tendering

Be sure to consistently market your business and your products/services, especially when you are at your busiest.

1. Be specific, confident and consistent about your:

  • Uniqueness – How are you different and better than other similar business?
  • Competitors

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