Tag: principles

Use the term"sustainable" in a business environment and do not be surprised to find some eyeball rolling.The notion of business sustainability for a few conjures up images of"tree-hugging dirt fans," as one bumper sticker proclaims.Yet in the long run, sustainability -- not growth for growth's sake -- is the perfect model for long-term company and stakeholder success.When Companies Focus on Growing for Growth's SakeEverything you usually see in companies with a excellent idea and strong foundation is an initial phase of rapid expansion...

You have a special advantage, an edge nobody else has.When you put that exceptional advantage to work for you -- when you take some time to develop it as you would strengthen a muscle -- you get something which reduces perceived risk and triples your odds for success.That something is called Informed Confidence.In actuality, research in progress by the SBA Office of Advocacy shows that confidence is the number one success factor when starting any new enterprise...