The Horizons Tracker

AUGUST 31, 2023

After analyzing data over nearly a decade, the correlation between effective managerial practices and a company’s overall productivity, profitability, stock market value, and longevity has been firmly established. As of October 31st, 2021, a mere 810 firms had enrolled, a long way off from the goal of 30,000 participants.

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Strategy Driven

DECEMBER 2, 2020

With the growth of population and the advent of cutting-edge technology to the industrial world, business as a whole is growing massively and rapidly. As a result, the need for skilled workers in management and leadership has developed significantly over the ages and continues to grow even further. Business development manager.

Supply Chain 74

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Strategy Driven

APRIL 17, 2013

You probably didn’t answer, “How to implement effective marketing.” ” Marketing can sometimes slip through the cracks given the constant and pressing demands of sales, client service, and internal operations. Why is marketing important for your business? Writing is a key element of marketing.

Marketing 50

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 23, 2018

That transformation requires adopting new digital technologies in every aspect of business — from product design and operations to customer service and marketing. Digital transformation starts at a strategic level with leadership being committed to change. Advisory Services Focused on Leadership Training & Organization.

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Strategy Driven

NOVEMBER 6, 2020

42% of businesses fail because there is no market need for what they are selling, according to figures highlighted. 29% of businesses fail because of cashflow problems. And businesses also fail because of such issues as the might of the competition, poor marketing, and the lack of a proper business model.

Outsourcing 51

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Women on Business

DECEMBER 28, 2010

The recommendation from Harvard Business Review and Catalyst is for organizations to adopt formal sponsorship programs similar to IBM Europe. Companies now understand the impact of diversifying their talent pool, especially in leadership roles. Stimmler, contributing Women On Business writer. Identify your value proposition.

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Women on Business

DECEMBER 15, 2010

By Bonnie Marcus This past week I had the opportunity to not only attend the MA Conference for Women, but also to participate in a leadership panel about women and corporate board positions. The opportunity to build relationships that will bring you business. In summary, a seat at the table can help you in your own career efforts.

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Persuasive Powerhouse

SEPTEMBER 13, 2010

In the public arena, we vote for our leaders (this may provide the most obvious connection to our responsibility for bad leadership): In this case, we might ignore bad past behavior before we cast our vote. We may be snowed by the public relations machine that “markets” a poor leader. Worse yet, we may not vote for anyone.

Leadership 150

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Strategy Driven

NOVEMBER 2, 2018

It is important to teach business domestically and internationally that: We must understand how to use power and influence for positive change. Ethics and profits are not conflicting goals. Business must be receptive–not combative–to differing opinions. Change is 90% beneficial. About the Author.

Ethics 51

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Eric Jacobson

SEPTEMBER 3, 2013

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. Determine how to overcome your business'' weaknesses. Choose which opportunities you will prioritize to help keep everyone focused on a common goal.

Brainstorming 56

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Strategy Driven

NOVEMBER 6, 2015

When a business loses sight of the customer and what they really need they often run into difficulties. Provide leadership. The sharp focus and direction on your objectives and goals can only be maintained with constant monitoring of your procedures and processes. This is often an unpopular issue but this is a critical matter.

Succession 50

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Strategy Driven

MARCH 5, 2021

Informative videos contain content that directly describes the particular event in question, including case studies, brands’ story, business introduction, the making process, and updates on coming events, team, and the frequently asked questions. When creating content, ensure you understand the specific goals you intend to achieve.

Succession 65

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Women on Business

NOVEMBER 23, 2010

Many of my medical group clients, assume “expensive advertising” when they hear the term “marketing.” When asked “how do you market your practice?” Business Goals: Goals, like those leg warmers and jelly shoes, go out of style. So toss them away (goals and jelly shoes) and bring your goals up-to-date.

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Women on Business

DECEMBER 13, 2010

Take something that has already been done and repackage it in a way that attracts or addresses a need from a different target market! Ask the people in your network to keep you in mind or refer you when they come across business opportunity within your specialty; and of course do the same for them. Sell what you love.

Entrepreneur 209

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Women on Business

JANUARY 11, 2011

Wouldn’t it be great to simply plug in your dreams or goals for your life and career and have someone tell you in a very confident assuring voice how to get there? It is common this time of year to set goals. We’re often so much better at setting the goals than keeping on track until we reach our destination.

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Lead from Within

JANUARY 24, 2017

From time to time through the years, I’ve written on the difference between leadership and management. I am revisiting the subject now because it’s not enough to understand that leadership and management are two different things. Different techniques but similar goals. 3. Leaders seek to innovate while managers look to copy.

Management 60

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Persuasive Powerhouse

JANUARY 3, 2011

In this world I’ve learned that there are very few quick fixes, despite what you might hear from marketers. Perseverance is the act of persisting despite forces that keep you from achieving your goal. Patience and perseverance. You must have both. Together, and at the same time. I’ve seen it happen!

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Women on Business

JANUARY 12, 2011

Bennett Organizations working on raising awareness of inclusiveness and why it is essential for businesses to survive are well served by advocacy programming. This is very true as it relates to organizations that are working to increase gender diversity at the leadership levels.

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Women on Business

DECEMBER 28, 2010

As we approach a new year and an opportunity for that fresh start, look no further than inside yourself to keep a resolution, start a new habit, break an old one, be a better person, achieve new business goals, find a job, etc. Leadership Partnership and Business Possibilities Clearing out the old to make way for the new.

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Women on Business

OCTOBER 1, 2012

Whether solutions to better communicate or how to best manage employees, here are 5 Proven Strategies to Accelerate Business Growth: Expand thru Alliance Partnership. An extremely effective strategy for expanding your business is by forming an alliance with non-competitive companies. Develop a bond with your new alliance partners.

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Women on Business

NOVEMBER 23, 2010

Finally, don’t go to networking events with the goal of giving out as many business cards as you can. Effective business networking skills are essential to meeting other individuals. Marketing – It’s Simple! Jody Gabourie, the recently retired Canadian “Marketing Plan Queen”, knew. Be strategic about give-aways.

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Women on Business

JANUARY 14, 2011

How often have you found yourself avoiding challenges and playing it safe, sticking to goals you knew would be easy for you to reach? In addition to her work as author and co-editor of the highly-regarded academic book The Psychology of Goals (Guilford, 2009), she has authored papers in her field’s most prestigious journals.

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Women on Business

JANUARY 4, 2011

According to research done by Francis Flynn, Director of the Center for Leadership Development and Research at Stanford University (as reported in The January/February 2011 edition of Harvard Business Review), guilt-prone individuals unequivocally make great employees. Believe it? The findings? Translation: Guilt is good!!

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Women on Business

JANUARY 3, 2011

The goal is to get a response from 1,500 women over the next 90 days. . “Dear Diary&# is a questionnaire designed specifically for women to gather feedback on their thoughts around achievement, fulfillment and relationships, past, present and future. Will you help?

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Women on Business

JANUARY 11, 2011

To secure your little corner of the recovery, you’ll need to be at the right place with the right business plan. A Roadmap For Recovery Stimulus dollars are headed toward businesses that support these Recovery Act goals: Healthcare : Modernize the healthcare system with electronic medical records systems.

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Women on Business

DECEMBER 13, 2010

But I still need to remind myself that being liked is not my goal—it is a secondary outcome and sugary sweet is not the way to get there. Related posts: The Importance of Small Talk Post by Cheryl Santa Maria, contributing Women On Business writer. Stimmler, contributing Women On Business writer. Governor’s Conference for Women.

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Women on Business

SEPTEMBER 23, 2011

She has deep community roots in the major metropolitan area in which she works and she has shown great promise in promoting the organization in the market. She has demonstrated ability to target in on very valid and significant business development opportunities. She is liked by her peers and develops the people on her teams.

Development 170

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Women on Business

AUGUST 3, 2012

When we don’t lose focus all of our actions are viewed from a ‘how can this help me achieve my goal’ mentality? You have to get out of your business and meet people. You need to build relationships so that you can position yourself for an opportunity that grows your business in size or market share. Define Innovation.

Brainstorming 243

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Strategy Driven

NOVEMBER 28, 2018

Know that with a little extra effort and focus you too can become a master entrepreneur and improve your leadership skills. Your business will thrive and you’ll have a much more successful career when you take your role seriously and are always working on advancing your abilities. Find and Engage with the Right Customers.

Entrepreneur 50

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Miles Anthony Smith

MAY 2, 2018

While many equate strong personal branding only to powerful leadership, there's a lot more that goes into crafting a personal brand statement. In business, your personal brand needs to leave a lasting impression or you risk being ignored. Great leaders often align their leadership values with personal beliefs and ethics of their own.

Brand 68

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Marshall Goldsmith

FEBRUARY 8, 2018

Jim Kim (President of the World Bank), Peter Drucker (founder of modern management), Paul Hersey (noted author, teacher, and personal mentor of mine), and Warren Bennis (one of the world’s greatest leadership thinkers of his time). Has been recognized as the World’s #1 Leadership Thinker. Co-founder Partners in Health.

Executive Coaching 70

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Strategy Driven

DECEMBER 7, 2018

Study and utilize marketing and business development techniques. Power Stars to Light the Business Flame , by Hank Moore, encompasses a full-scope business perspective, invaluable for the corporate and small business markets. Learn from failures, reframing them as opportunities. In short, never stop!

Rogers 62

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Strategy Driven

NOVEMBER 20, 2015

While sales objectives are most common, trade shows may also be behavior, product, distribution or marketing oriented. Perform informal market research. Delineate other categories of visitors, and develop a strategy for maximizing your time with key prospects. Introduce new products. Target a select group of visitors.

How To 50

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Women on Business

JANUARY 13, 2011

Getting our basic needs met; the rest of our time is spent trying on different masks, cloaked in various costumes being who we need to be to realize those primal goals. That’s really what life is all about, right? Well, maybe that’s a bit over-simplistic, but at the core of survival is selfishness…as it should be.

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Strategy Driven

JULY 6, 2018

Culture and Mission : values, customs, beliefs, goals, objectives, benchmarking. What they were doing five years ago has no relationship to what they’re now marketing. Firms which package and market services. Philosophy : purpose, vision, quality of life, ethics, long-term growth. 7 Levels of Authority Figure.

Advice 57

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Women on Business

FEBRUARY 1, 2011

Trust is developed through evidence of your competence and their belief in your character. In order to keep “training” your leadership skills, here are a few tips… 1. Prepare for opportunities to learn and develop as a manager. The goal isn’t to become best friends with your staff. Communicate openly and often.

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Persuasive Powerhouse

OCTOBER 24, 2010

So, find a mentor, hire a coach, take a 360, read some self-development or leadership books. Business owners who eat on the run, don’t exercise or take time out for massage and downtime often don’t feel good in their own skin. And whe leadership models it, perhaps it will catch on with others too.

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