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The 6 Cs of a Winning Business Plan

My manager at work David, is also my mentor. I have learned a great deal from David and I would like to share with you what he calls “The 6 Cs of a Winning Business Plan”.
Complete – No missing sections.
Clear – Concept of your product/service, its market, and business model are explained completely during the [...]

Gaps in your management team are not necessarily a turn off. Don’t let your ego stand in the way.

A few months ago I was invited to be  a judge at a local venture pitch and business plan competition, where local entrepreneurs had the opportunity to present either a 2 minute pitch or a 10 minute business plan presentation in front of panel of judges as well as a group of investors. As start-ups [...]

Managing through CHANGE – ‘If There is no Change, There is no Change…’

When it comes to business, the ability to CHANGE is what sets a successful business from a failing business. In today’s complex business environment organizations must always search new and improved ways of operating. The drive for efficiency, competitive advantage, and shareholder value forces managers to challenge the validity of old practices. Change is at the core of every organization and is the most important quality of a successful management team.

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