Business Issues

Industry Trends

Industry Trends
By Christina Suter on Dec 10, 2015 at 02:12 AM in Business Issues

A client asked me recently, what I thought was a great question. He inquired, “How do I know what trends are affecting my industry?” I answered him and after our conversation, thought more about how I could help him. I found a blog post by Tom Egelhoff that offered some additional advice to him and all small business owners.
Tune in today, Thursday December 10th at 8am and 2pm PT on www.awoptalk247.com

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Your Vision & Your Business. Yes, It Matters!

Your Vision & Your Business. Yes, It Matters!
By Christina Suter on Dec 05, 2015 at 04:50 PM in Business Issues

Every one of us started with a vision, we started with the desire to make a difference. We could see how we could do something better, from taking care of dogs to selling cars, every business started with a vision. The visionary saw how they could run a business, and for me, my vision kept me up at night.

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Your Vision & Your Business. Yes, It Matters!

Your Vision & Your Business. Yes, It Matters!
By Christina Suter on Dec 03, 2015 at 02:17 PM in Business Issues

Every one of us started with a vision, we started with the desire to make a difference. We could see how we could do something better, from taking care of dogs to selling cars, every business started with a vision. The visionary saw how they could run a business, and for me, my vision kept me up at night. This week on the radio show I will be discussing your vision and why it matters, especially as we prepare to enter a New Year.

Tune in today, December 3rd at 8am and 2pm PST on www.awoptalk247.com.

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Systemic Systems Part 2

Systemic Systems Part 2
By Christina Suter on Nov 14, 2015 at 03:10 PM in Business Issues

This week I wanted to continue the discussion of systemic systems and the affect they have on your business. A systemic system is any system that moves through and affects your company, which you may or may not be aware of.

Last week I used the beer example and how sudden popularity of a beer brand led to the makers being 6 weeks behind their new demand.

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Systemic Systems Part 2

Systemic Systems Part 2
By Christina Suter on Nov 12, 2015 at 07:06 AM in Business Issues

This week I will be continuing the discussion of systemic systems and the affect they have on your business. A systemic system is any system that moves through and affects your company, which you may or may not be aware of.

Tune in Thursday November 11, 2015 at 8am and 2pm PT on www.awoptalk247.com

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Systemic Systems

Systemic Systems
By Christina Suter on Nov 07, 2015 at 12:19 PM in Business Issues

My new series will be discussing systems that affect and keep your business flowing. Author Peter Sange provides a great example of a systemic system and just how much it can affect your business in his book, The Fifth Discipline.

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Coming Up: Systemic Systems

Coming Up: Systemic Systems
By Christina Suter on Nov 05, 2015 at 12:23 AM in Business Issues

Over the next few weeks I will be discussing a topic that involves the systems that affect and keep your business flowing. Author Peter Sange provides a great example of a systemic system and just how much it can affect your business in his book, The Fifth Discipline.

Tune in today Thursday, November 5th at 8am and 2pm PT on www.awoptalk247.com

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CRM Systems with Rob Edenzon

CRM Systems with Rob Edenzon
By Christina Suter on Oct 17, 2015 at 11:04 AM in Business Issues

Rob is an expert in Contact Management System (CRM). As a small business owner, I need to upgrade my contact management system right now, and I figured it would be helpful information to fellow small business owners. Rob is the CEO of Sales Clinic, LLC, Urgent Care for your Sales Organization. Sales Clinic is a full-service consulting firm dedicated to helping you to Sell More. Their experienced consultants drive revenue through strategic planning, automation evaluation, growth analysis, and leadership development.

What is a CRM system?

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Managing the Basics of Your Company

Managing the Basics of Your Company
By Christina Suter on Oct 10, 2015 at 09:45 AM in Business Issues

People start companies and they figure out what structuring the company needs. Do I need a secretary, should I use QuickBooks, do I need to keep track of employee hours, what POS system should I use, etc? People want to legitimize their company with these overhead costs but I suggest that you want to avoid that and figure out how to streamline and minimize your company.

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Managing the Basics of Your Company

Managing the Basics of Your Company
By Christina Suter on Oct 08, 2015 at 06:13 AM in Business Issues

People start companies and they figure out what structuring the company needs. Do I need a secretary, should I use QuickBooks, do I need to keep track of employee hours, what POS system should I use, etc? People want to legitimize their company with these overhead costs but I suggest that you want to avoid that and figure out how to streamline and minimize your company.
This week on the Ask Christina Radio Show I will be offering alternatives to high cost systems and software for people running their business. Tune in Thursday October 8, 2015 on www.awoptalk247.com at 8am or 2pm PT.

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