Sat.Feb 06, 2010 - Fri.Feb 12, 2010

Eric Jacobson

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Jump-Start Your Business

Eric Jacobson

As a leader in your business, try these ideas to give your business a jump-start: Ask for ideas from employees in all parts of your business. Don't ask for ideas only from your product development or marketing departments. Be sure all employees clearly understand your vision and the mission of your business. Brainstorm ways to take advantage of your strengths.

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Button Up Your Crisis Management Program

Eric Jacobson

It's too early to make a final judgment about Toyota's handling of its current automobile recall, but it's not too early for all business leaders to check to be sure they have a crisis management program in place. Sadly, most businesses don't have a plan. Or, don't have a plan that is up-to-date, comprehensive and/or flexible. With a crisis management program, you: Forecast potential and most likely/probable crises Plan in advance for how to deal with them Document your sequential, step-by-step