by Jim Stramler | 2016-12-30
In keeping with my attempt to provide what I hope is interesting and/or useful information in my blogs … With winter weather, our homes tend to have drier air inside. Dry air can lead to respiratory discomfort and even medical problems. Static electricity...
by Jim Stramler | 2016-11-02
I recently presented suggestions for how to give a 60 second or 1 minute self-introduction speech to some group – whether business people or some other. I mentioned that there are at least three different types of introductory marketing speeches: – a...
by Jim Stramler | 2016-08-11
Many Chambers of Commerce and other business associations around the country have groups which help other members market products and/or services. The most common name I’ve seen for these is “Lead Groups”. They are basically networking groups...
by Jim Stramler | 2016-07-31
In the movie “Field of Dreams”, Ray Kinsella is walking through a cornfield when he hears a voice say: “If you build it, he will come.” This line from the script has apparently been misquoted as: “If you build it, they will come.”...
by Jim Stramler | 2016-06-30
It’s one of the most difficult things to do in running your business (This is a long post, but a good procedure I’ve learned through real life and research.) As the Owner, President, or Manager of a small company, you have many responsibilities. Your...