Entries by Curt Anderson

When a Mistake Occurs at Your Business, “It’s Never the Employee”

It’s Never the Employee. In other words, it is NEVER the employee’s fault. Are you thinking to yourself, “What on earth are you talking about that it’s NEVER THE EMPLOYEE?” How can it NEVER be the employee when a mistake occurs within a business?  Doesn’t make sense, right?  Business isn’t a tournament where everyone wins […]

Applying The Theory of Constraints to Your eCommerce Strategy

In a recent post, we discussed the classic business book, “The Goal” which shares a fascinating story describing the powerful results utilizing the Theory of Constraints. The Theory of Constraints applies to the practice of uncovering bottlenecks and road bumps that restrict a business from hitting goals. In other words, identifying exactly where a constraint lives […]

Top 13 Reasons Why Manufacturers Struggle with eCommerce

Why do some Manufacturers Struggle with eCommerce?  Struggle in the sense of wondering where to even start. Additionally, struggling with the question if eCommerce will actually provide a return for their business.  As the saying goes, “you don’t know what you don’t know” certainly applies here.  If you have never experienced the powerful results that […]

No Goal + No Direction = Where on Earth are We Going?

No Goal + No Direction = Where on Earth are We Going?  “If you don’t know where you are going, you’ll end up someplace else.” ~ Yogi Berra – New York Yankees Hall of Fame Catcher Have you found throughout your career that there are times when you lack a clear and concise direction or […]

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12 Helpful Suggestions to “Give Value First”

When searching for a new vendor or professional service provider, do you seek companies that “Give Value First”? As the saying goes, “it takes a village to raise a child”.  Well, it also “takes a village” to raise a business.  Partnering with the right company or individual delivers powerful results for your business.  Teaming up […]

Two Options for Custom Manufacturers Implementing eCommerce

Manufacturers Implementing eCommerce. Actually sounds quite interesting, right? An “old-school” traditional business taking on new technology. Well, eCommerce isn’t really new anymore. It’s an active part of our daily lives now. At least it certainly seems that way. Why? The convenience, efficiency and speed that eCommerce offers. However, manufacturers implementing eCommerce for the first time […]

Your Business Might be Saying it is Time to Sell YOU!

Is it time for your business to sell YOU? An interesting thought to consider.  First, below includes a few questions to help recognize if it is time for your business to sell YOU.  Do you own your business or does your business own you? Have you found yourself saying, “I’m stale” or “I’m tired”? Feeling […]

Business Mission Statement: “BECOME THE BLANKIE”

BECOME THE BLANKIE! What on earth does that mean?  So glad you asked.  As a child, did you have a favorite blanket (aka “Blankie”)? Ah, the wonderful security blanket.  Holding tightly onto the Blankie each and every night. Unable to sleep without that Blankie wrapped comfortably in your arms.  Sometimes throughout the entire day as […]