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How are you doing on price? :: Women on Business

Women on Business

Since then, I have had more and more discussions with my clients about their pricing strategies and being squeezed in this market. In a lean economy, many sales and business development people feel obligated to discount their prices; at least, the discussion of price and where it fits in the sales strategy becomes more important than ever.

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Faculty Salaries Fell By Nearly 5% As Inflation Eats Into Living Costs

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Inflation jumps have resulted in increased prices , with the year-on-year inflation touching 8.6%. The annual faculty salary data also points to the fact that those who did not receive a raise and for those whose salaries stagnated, inflation reduced their spending power considerably. That’s the market comparison to make.”

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Why is it so darn easy to say NO?

Women on Business

Being helpful comes with a price, and the price is more work. That said, we can’t be a powerful yes unless we’ve got a real consciousness about our no. By Maribeth Kuzmeski Oftentimes, there is more risk in customer service when the answer to our concerns is “yes.” Can you help me?

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Avon CEO Andrea Jung Takes Seat on Apple's Board :: Women on Business

Women on Business

Avon’s stock price was up 15% in 2007.  Jung has been credited with turning the once ailing Avon around and has appeared on Fortune’s list of the 50 Most Powerful Women in Business for several years. Andrea Jung was an executive vice president at Neiman-Marcus before she joined Avon in 1996.Â

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The Rewards of Mentoring :: Women on Business

Women on Business

Because there are fewer women in positions of power, we are often observed closely by others as models of leadership in the workplace. However, that’s a small price to pay for the positives that are derived. There’s no escaping it – when women reach certain levels of success, we become role models.

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Thriving During an Economic Downturn :: Women on Business

Women on Business

She is also moving into a bigger space in her building at a bargain price! As a business owner, I suggest you talk with your landlord about rent prices, you may be surprised to find out they are willing to lower your rent just to ensure you stay around.

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The Importance of Testing in an E-marketing Campaign

Women on Business

Some of the things you should vary and test are: • Promotion offered • Price • Free offers • Graphics • Free Trial • Color • Font • Mail Format • Length • Day and time of emailing • Subject lines and body copy • Response device (reply to email, visit website, etc.)

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