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There's No Such Thing As A Free Lunch. | Rich Gee Group

Rich Gee Group

Odds are, if someone gives something to you, it will probably cost you something in the end. As a successful corporate executive and coach, what does it mean to me? If you work hard, results and rewards will follow. Don’t expect anything to happen, plan and ensure that it does. Those are MY definitions. Unported License.

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The Essence of Strategy (Part 2) | In the CEO Afterlife

In the CEO Afterlife

by John • October 30, 2011 • Human Resources , Leadership , Marketing , Strategy • 4 Comments. The ethic of more balls in the air, more chances of success lurks in their subconscious. October 31, 2011 at 11:12 am. October 31, 2011 at 11:52 am. October 31, 2011 at 12:33 pm. In the CEO Afterlife.

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How To Deliver Unbelievable Customer Service. | Rich Gee Group

Rich Gee Group

how much will it really cost you? My question to you — what can you do when bad things happen to your customers? How can you give them an Allen Edmonds experience? Where are you falling short? And what dividends will ultimately pay off? at 7:15 AM Most people forget that Customer Service is Marketing. Establish A Contract With Your Team.

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Are We Experiencing A Technology Tsunami?

Rich Gee Group

As moving parts disappear (CD’s, Software, Wires, Hard Drives) do the systems, personnel, costs, support and focus also decline? Do you see corporate tech shops getting smaller as more and more systems are simplified and delivered via the cloud? Open disclosure: I worked for Gartner for six years and was a client for seven.

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Do You Deliver Good Or Bad Customer Service? | Rich Gee Group

Rich Gee Group

Now, how much did those desserts really cost the restaurant? Leave a Comment Previous post: How To Start Fresh In 2011. In fact, they had the same pricing they always do, but in addition, they offered free dessert for my whole family — no charge — wishing us a very happy new year. We love you! We appreciate your business!&#

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Green Company, Red Products, Black Ink | In the CEO Afterlife

In the CEO Afterlife

by John • July 10, 2011 • Leadership , Strategy • 0 Comments. Whether the CEO is driven by personal ethics, a socially changing world, or headlines praising “sustainable” organizations, business is finally responding to the green trend—albeit slower than many would like to see. December 2011. November 2011.

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Five Strategies for Hiring Success

Chart Your Course

The National Association of Colleges and Employers estimates the average cost-per-hire in 2011 and 2012 was $5,100. However, it’s increasingly difficult to distinguish “the best” or even “adequate” choice for job openings or promotions, and making a bad hire is costly. Divide and conquer.

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