There is an old English proverb that states “two heads are better than one” meaning two people may be able to solve a problem that an individual cannot (‘head’ here means ‘mind’). When it comes to solving problems, I couldn’t agree more with this statement – it is more of a personal philosophy really. Some…
Read MoreWorking with small and midsize companies over the past decade, I’ve noticed some patterns and similarities in how CEOs (usually also the founder of the business) approach the marketing function within the organization. I’d like to highlight what I believe are 5 common marketing mistakes CEO’s make. 1. Putting the cart before the horse. Thinking…
Read MoreOrganizational silos are when individual people, departments, or companies, conduct business in a vacuum, without taking into consideration the impact their actions have on the entire organization. The term silo literally means a ‘storage tower’ – a tall, cylindrical building that separates and stores material on a farm. Are you working at a company in…
Read MoreI was approached by a group of investors to provide marketing consulting services for their new job site venture. They have plans to develop an online portal in which job seekers and employers connect for mutual benefit, targeting a niche industry in a limitless marketplace. The website intends on generating revenue by charging employers an…
Read MoreThe Wall Street Journal recently announced, the king of Daily Deal websites Groupon hit $760 Million in revenue in 2010, up from $33 Million in 2009, and a mere three years after inception. CEO Andrew Mason hopes to achieve ‘billions in revenue’ in 2011 – I’m sure he would! I’ve been keeping an eye on…
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