Never answer a question with a question. That’s what they taught us all, right? Sure, answering a question with a question is a very frustrating way for someone who wants a direct answer. But, in other cases, it is quite appropriate. Case in point: Every time I’m asked about the […]
Summary: Even with a wide variety of sources available, coming up with an idea as the basis for a startup can be a difficult problem. The entrepreneur can use various methods to help generate and test new ideas, including focus groups, brainstorming, and problem inventory analysis. The following are some […]
Stocks and bonds have historically been an excellent long-term investment vehicle. In essence, it means ownership in the companies that propel the world forward. As the world grows, so do the companies and the underlying stocks that are its foundation. Financial markets are no longer dictated by a few powerful […]
The first McDonald’s franchise was awarded to Nathan Fox in 1953 and opened in Phoenix, Arizona. This was thirteen years after the McDonald brothers opened their first McDonald’s restaurant. Dick and Mack had started their McDonald’s legacy with a restaurant in San Bernardino California in 1940 with a menu that […]
In commercial property, the handover of premises is a critical time to take note of important issues and matters that require attention. Later, these notes can help the tenant or landlord in any matter of debate or dispute. There is a handover and the beginning of the occupation and again […]
When you decided to start a business and considered all the options and benefits associated with different types of property, it probably never crossed your mind that your choice could affect the amount of premium you pay for workers’ compensation insurance coverage. Your type of operation and the number of […]
When a company decides to outsource its database management (DBA), it will find that domestic and offshore options are widely available. The question of which is most feasible for the organization’s needs will almost always arise and will have to be answered. For most, it often comes down to dollars […]
When you memorize the eleven-vowel system, you’re ready for the real question: how can someone quickly pick the correct vowel for each and every syllable? In the same way that native speakers master the fine points of any language: learn the basic rules; learn basic lists of exceptions; and guess, […]
The example involves a grain merchant in Minnesota who purchases a shipment of grain from a producer and then plans to resell the same grain to a buyer in the Middle East. Using what is called the “warehouse receipt financing” method, the Minnesota merchant purchases the grain and “deposits” it […]
You are a business owner or person in charge of getting the word out about a product or service. The landscape you can paint your message on is vast with many hills, bridges, and rocks. It is the traps you are looking for. You most likely want to know if […]
