Most Active Articles 2009-11-24T21:17:13.954-05:00 Business Exchange Business_Exchange@businessweek.com urn:com:businessweek:bx:topic:most-active:recession-business-planning Margaret Posh mposh510 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:14145622668122445947-3a3209c8735dc5183eda19fbc1be7977 2009-11-23T18:07:30.231-05:00

In order to build longevity and survive multiple downturns a strong workplace culture characterized by solid and ever-retooled human capital strategies is needed.

In order to build longevity and survive multiple downturns a strong workplace culture characterized by solid and ever-retooled human capital strategies is needed. http://blog.winningworkplaces.org/blog/winning-workplaces/0/0/thriving-during-hard-times-the-definition-of-a-great-small-company Mark Harbeke mharbeke724 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:10399062074637767634-6da823d4385f0fb27a153aa0b98ea7cc 2009-11-08T02:04:01.497-05:00

For many small-business owners, the recession created unprecedented pressure to cut costs, trim their staffs or enact hiring freezes. Slow sales and a tight lending environment left human capital at a high premium. With few options but to get...

For many small-business owners, the recession created unprecedented pressure to cut costs, trim their staffs or enact hiring freezes. Slow sales and a tight lending environment left human capital at a high premium. With few options but to get... http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10001424052748704795604574519450926433952.html Terri Griffith tgriffith986 10 10 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:913682551892128748-b50fa391fd7444385fa43ba45cb345a8 2009-11-03T07:31:46.479-05:00

The most effective form of advertising for small businesses has long been direct mail.

The most effective form of advertising for small businesses has long been direct mail. http://www.smallbusinessadvertisingarticles.com/Article/Make-A-Connection-With-Your-Small-Business-Advertising/52922 Myhammer UK zpanthaky227 2 2 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:8967471486196846109-49652e3fc5836cd9b7a295a3249646e7 2009-10-27T12:49:44.065-04:00

As consumer trust in corporations decline, the need for ethical business practices is greater than ever. Companies that consider environmental initiatives as innovation platforms will come out ahead.

As consumer trust in corporations decline, the need for ethical business practices is greater than ever. Companies that consider environmental initiatives as innovation platforms will come out ahead. http://greeneconomypost.com/cut-csr-spending-reallocate-build-brand-5619.htm Tracey de Morsella tdemorsella126 8 8 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:8554982240426885439-e5f4916a67615e04eb8f7519cf3c1c6c 2009-11-02T10:08:21.460-05:00

Financial planning seems to be more important than ever these days. Few would have imagined the catastrophic changes that we are seeing all around us, the “too big to fail” failures and the highly publicized fraud cases. Many people and businesses have suffered lasting damage and understand that their definition of security has changed almost overnight. Against this backdrop, the selection of a financial planner takes on additional urgency and must be approached with some care, if we are to avoid some of the pitfalls and past performance horrors that are all too fresh in our minds. Follow this link to discover more

Financial planning seems to be more important than ever these days. Few would have imagined the catastrophic changes that we are seeing all around us, the “too big to fail” failures and the highly publicized fraud cases. Many people and businesses have suffered lasting damage and understand that their definition of security has changed almost overnight. Against this backdrop, the selection of a financial planner takes on additional urgency and must be approached with some care, if we are to avoid some of the pitfalls and past performance horrors that are all too fresh in our minds. Follow this link to discover more http://www.youngentrepreneur.com/blog/2009/11/how-to-find-the-right-financial-planner-for-you-and-your-business/ Adam Toren atoren469 2 2 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:3010329840854696161-6914e5abc6200f45d8c6dedd599bf5b3 2009-11-03T12:03:35.526-05:00

The last year and a half has re-taught all of us some great lessons if we have been paying attention and open to growth.

The last year and a half has re-taught all of us some great lessons if we have been paying attention and open to growth. http://www.humanresourcesiq.com/Columnarticle.cfm?externalID=1378&Columnid=8&shownewswindow=1&mac=HRIQ_Ext_SMO_BX_Q409&SID=BX&utm_campaign=BX&utm_medium=SMO&utm_source=e-bim&utm_content=Nov3news&utm_term=BX Katherine Mehr (HR IQ) kmehr217 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:6454851913890623740-5340f21e3faa168a371776e6777d9d03 2009-02-03T01:26:08.769-05:00

In a time when the lead news stories focus on business downsizing, the rising costs of gas and groceries and general economic turmoil, it is hard to avoid feeling the “recession depression.” But as business owners we have two choices: we can let the media send us into panic mode or we can view the economic downturn as an opportunity.

In a time when the lead news stories focus on business downsizing, the rising costs of gas and groceries and general economic turmoil, it is hard to avoid feeling the “recession depression.” But as business owners we have two choices: we can let the media send us into panic mode or we can view the economic downturn as an opportunity. http://businessinfoguide.com/blog/?p=244 Stephanie Chandler schandler391 140 139 1 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:3100878776031067645-84c7d6b869a7b0d23e1d56ec5a5eb7e0 2009-10-27T12:45:21.047-04:00

The worst may be behind us, but that doesn’t mean 2010 marketing plans should assume stability in customer behavior or market conditions. If we learned any lesson from the Black Swan that was the financial crisis, we need to bake scenario planning into our processes fast.

The worst may be behind us, but that doesn’t mean 2010 marketing plans should assume stability in customer behavior or market conditions. If we learned any lesson from the Black Swan that was the financial crisis, we need to bake scenario planning into our processes fast. http://mlcwideangle.exbdblogs.com/2009/10/27/we%e2%80%99re-forgetting-about-black-swans-already/ Marketing Leadership Council tkoopersmith354 3 3 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:12400129783176297440-ffab3723af62b1b3f2d4bbb97d6c147e 2009-10-23T19:11:26.761-04:00

Four trends that provide evidence that "entitled" Millennials might just turn out to be our economic saving grace.

Four trends that provide evidence that "entitled" Millennials might just turn out to be our economic saving grace. http://blog.winningworkplaces.org/blog/winning-workplaces/0/0/four-reasons-why-gen-y-entrepreneurs-might-be-the-ones-to-pull-us-out-of-the-recession Mark Harbeke mharbeke724 2 2 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:16498281502004211896-ca5afadb37ad6decd6ea68c27a26a0c6 2009-10-26T14:18:33.337-04:00

The market for green buildings is exploding and the lion’s share of the opportunity exists in retrofits, not new buildings. McGraw-Hill Construction’s latest SmartMarket Report, Green Building Retrofit & Renovation: Rapidly Expanding Market...

The market for green buildings is exploding and the lion’s share of the opportunity exists in retrofits, not new buildings. McGraw-Hill Construction’s latest SmartMarket Report, Green Building Retrofit & Renovation: Rapidly Expanding Market... http://greeneconomypost.com/huge-growth-in-retrofit-buildings-predicted-10-15-billion-market-by-2014-5476.htm Chris de Morsella cdemorsella630 2 2 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:3637420552569197092-ac8cdd222dd870983298037210ff3810 2009-10-06T06:04:52.215-04:00

Many people are being lured to the world of Internet marketing as our new age unfolds before us. People are now becoming multidimensional and looking for multiple streams of income, once only touted by those late-night infomercial gurus. But is there room for everybody in the Internet world? Will this process of jumping on the Internet bandwagon lead to oversaturation and the headlong rush into something else? Of course this is highly unlikely if not impossible as we see the growth of the Internet and the explosion of social media platforms, only seeking to solidify the online experience for thousands of people, who are discovering the phenomenon on a daily basis. Follow this link to discover more!

Many people are being lured to the world of Internet marketing as our new age unfolds before us. People are now becoming multidimensional and looking for multiple streams of income, once only touted by those late-night infomercial gurus. But is there room for everybody in the Internet world? Will this process of jumping on the Internet bandwagon lead to oversaturation and the headlong rush into something else? Of course this is highly unlikely if not impossible as we see the growth of the Internet and the explosion of social media platforms, only seeking to solidify the online experience for thousands of people, who are discovering the phenomenon on a daily basis. Follow this link to discover more! http://www.youngentrepreneur.com/blog/2009/10/create-something-of-value-to-make-money/ Adam Toren atoren469 3 1 1 1 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:1324102374963600013-8cd12852e0e1f8b165e72a5ff8286a32 2009-10-22T05:53:53.499-04:00

http://www.fool.com/investing/value/2009/10/20/top-stocks-to-buy-today.aspx Myhammer UK zpanthaky227 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:12331753603185198453-009e89b48240972ed7686dea4ed89643 2009-09-28T12:30:15.091-04:00

Valerie Norton discusses the integrated approach and best practices for implementing the alignment initiative.

Valerie Norton discusses the integrated approach and best practices for implementing the alignment initiative. http://www.humanresourcesiq.com/sponsor_video.cfm?externalid=215&mac=HRBXQ309&SID=BX&utm_campaign=BX&utm_medium=SMO&utm_source=e-bim&utm_content=Sept28news&utm_term=BX Katherine Mehr (HR IQ) kmehr217 4 3 1 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:13017338436925075817-e549d2d819240696fc51f437d132f9d5 2009-02-20T18:02:01.124-05:00

It's a scary time to own a business, and the knee-jerk reaction may be to just keep chugging along and wait out the financial storm. But that's a risky decision. This recession is expected to be longer, deeper and deadlier for businesses than any...

It's a scary time to own a business, and the knee-jerk reaction may be to just keep chugging along and wait out the financial storm. But that's a risky decision. This recession is expected to be longer, deeper and deadlier for businesses than any... http://online.wsj.com/article/SB123466563957289181.html Dane Carlson dcarlson281 55 55 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:17020877556415950470-d64755acc9c6f15f153caad77e986a9c 2009-09-21T11:45:31.474-04:00

Customer experience expert Shaun Smith explains how companies can improve customer loyalty during the current economic crisis.

Customer experience expert Shaun Smith explains how companies can improve customer loyalty during the current economic crisis. http://www.customermanagementiq.com/article.cfm?externalid=678&shownewswindow=1&mac=CMBXQ309&SID=BX&utm_campaign=BX&utm_medium=SMO&utm_source=e-bim&utm_content=Sept21news&utm_term=BX Blake Landau blandau141 5 4 1 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:14527017151517938664-19cf34ea5bd389f6eb0b845dcce154c7 2009-03-20T10:06:15.325-04:00

The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (ARRA), which was signed into law by President Barack Obama, provides the opportunity for eligible individuals to pay reduced premiums and gives additional election opportunities for health insurance coverage under the Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (COBRA). The essence of what is being referred to as the COBRA subsidy is that eligible individuals will pay only 35 percent of the COBRA premium, and the remaining 65 percent is reimbursed to the health insurance coverage provider (typically the employer or the health insurance plan) through a tax credit.

The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (ARRA), which was signed into law by President Barack Obama, provides the opportunity for eligible individuals to pay reduced premiums and gives additional election opportunities for health insurance coverage under the Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (COBRA). The essence of what is being referred to as the COBRA subsidy is that eligible individuals will pay only 35 percent of the COBRA premium, and the remaining 65 percent is reimbursed to the health insurance coverage provider (typically the employer or the health insurance plan) through a tax credit. http://www.humanresourcesiq.com/article.cfm?externalID=692&utm_campaign=BX&utm_medium=SMO&utm_source=e-bim&utm_content=Mar20news&utm_term=BX Katherine Mehr (HR IQ) kmehr217 45 45 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:16632614093172077649-bc7681957a4e66e4267f4747deb1b7ff 2009-03-26T15:26:00.034-04:00

Would you believe it if someone told you that in over 50 percent of cases, the primary reason a customer decides not to buy is lack of trust? According to customer experience expert Shaun Smith, this is usually the case.

Would you believe it if someone told you that in over 50 percent of cases, the primary reason a customer decides not to buy is lack of trust? According to customer experience expert Shaun Smith, this is usually the case. http://www.customermanagementiq.com/podcenter.cfm?externalID=71&utm_campaign=BusinessExchange&utm_medium=BOOKMARKING&utm_source=e-bim&utm_content=Mar26news&utm_term=add Blake Landau blandau141 34 33 1 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:9436035010160261247-6c545b8d1c6d1bf1a2732898279e0fc7 2009-03-11T23:24:27.319-04:00

Yesterday, I participated in a workshop whose theme was "Cost Cutting: Beware the Traps." One of the cautionary tales of a company whose aggressive and ultimately mis-placed cost cutting is Home Depot, which I have blogged about before.

Yesterday, I participated in a workshop whose theme was "Cost Cutting: Beware the Traps." One of the cautionary tales of a company whose aggressive and ultimately mis-placed cost cutting is Home Depot, which I have blogged about before. http://blogs.harvardbusiness.org/mcgrath/2009/03/a-better-way-to-cut-costs.html Jena McGregor jmcgregor526 36 35 1 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:5999870216801322051-5b56686b0175b90758a156d9a8a199f4 2009-03-05T16:00:07.888-05:00

When Buffaloberries opened up 10 months ago, the economy looked quite different. Nate West lives and work in D.C. His mom Karen Johnson opened up the business. Now she's asked him to come help recession proof her business. Nate says the last few months have brought some tough days.

When Buffaloberries opened up 10 months ago, the economy looked quite different. Nate West lives and work in D.C. His mom Karen Johnson opened up the business. Now she's asked him to come help recession proof her business. Nate says the last few months have brought some tough days. http://www.ksfy.com/news/local/40331112.html Angela Shupe ashupe226 37 37 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:2293419063933252068-bf87dd5c8c5a56bce96d7595cb7e58e5 2009-05-19T14:40:47.424-04:00

Let The Value Equation Guide You Through The Recession We are probably entering into a prolonged recession. Some even talk of a new depression. Many companies have responded with knee-jerk cutbacks. But smart companies are using the "value equation" to guide their actions. The value equation looks at which customers are critical for the company, how they create profitable value for core customers and what they must do to maintain growth in core customer profitability. The value equation is the key to understanding which business activities to invest in, which to maintain and which to cut back. It is the key to driving profitable growth in a prolonged recession. Type in the word “recession” into Google and, at the last count, it returned over 32 million hits. Everyone is talking about the recession and many companies have already started to do something about it. Often this means cutting swathes of staff without much thought to their long-term success: British Telecom announced it is cutting 10,000 jobs, Citibank that it is cutting 52,000 jobs and the City of London is forecast to lose over 370,000 jobs during the recession!

Let The Value Equation Guide You Through The Recession We are probably entering into a prolonged recession. Some even talk of a new depression. Many companies have responded with knee-jerk cutbacks. But smart companies are using the "value equation" to guide their actions. The value equation looks at which customers are critical for the company, how they create profitable value for core customers and what they must do to maintain growth in core customer profitability. The value equation is the key to understanding which business activities to invest in, which to maintain and which to cut back. It is the key to driving profitable growth in a prolonged recession. Type in the word “recession” into Google and, at the last count, it returned over 32 million hits. Everyone is talking about the recession and many companies have already started to do something about it. Often this means cutting swathes of staff without much thought to their long-term success: British Telecom announced it is cutting 10,000 jobs, Citibank that it is cutting 52,000 jobs and the City of London is forecast to lose over 370,000 jobs during the recession! http://www.customermanagementiq.com/article.cfm?externalID=825 Blake Landau blandau141 17 15 1 1 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:17020671558555735445-723c1e7e6758b9a57c42e20d94fcb750 2009-02-04T08:52:08.855-05:00

So with pen to legal pad, here are the 10 tips I came up with for leading in challenging times. I’m sure they are no better or worse than the rest, but they resonate for me, and I sincerely hope they will for you too.

So with pen to legal pad, here are the 10 tips I came up with for leading in challenging times. I’m sure they are no better or worse than the rest, but they resonate for me, and I sincerely hope they will for you too. http://www.greatleadershipbydan.com/2009/02/great-leadership-for-challenging-times.html Robert Hans rhans436 39 39 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:14277423793765895872-9a1b0f3b597700bcc62f9752bce7eb96 2009-09-28T12:35:14.856-04:00

Learn what to do when, like in today's economy, change is the norm. Peter F. Drucker formulated this concept more than 40 years ago. But why, after 40 years of preaching abandonment…

Learn what to do when, like in today's economy, change is the norm. Peter F. Drucker formulated this concept more than 40 years ago. But why, after 40 years of preaching abandonment… http://www.humanresourcesiq.com/Columnarticle.cfm?externalID=619&ColumnID=3&shownewswindow=1&mac=HRBXQ309&SID=BX&utm_campaign=BX&utm_medium=SMO&utm_source=e-bim&utm_content=Sept28news&utm_term=BX Katherine Mehr (HR IQ) kmehr217 2 2 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:12534361965054030545-b54718581bb70c5893824f9a0fd53922 2009-03-04T08:39:37.348-05:00

John Forzani knows a thing or two about creating a playbook designed to score the winning touchdown. The former pro footballer, part-owner of the CFL’s Calgary Stampeders and founder of The Forzani Group Ltd. (TSX: FGL), the largest sporting-goods...

John Forzani knows a thing or two about creating a playbook designed to score the winning touchdown. The former pro footballer, part-owner of the CFL’s Calgary Stampeders and founder of The Forzani Group Ltd. (TSX: FGL), the largest sporting-goods... http://www.canadianbusiness.com/managing/strategy/article.jsp?content=20090303_10001_10001 Diane Brady dbrady877 30 29 1 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:15832945643529104543-1bd8390d5fb2258b691a4ff9897850cd 2009-09-28T12:22:07.420-04:00

What are organizations doing with rational and emotional engagement and innovation?

What are organizations doing with rational and emotional engagement and innovation? http://www.humanresourcesiq.com/sponsor_video.cfm?externalid=228&mac=HRBXQ309&SID=BX&utm_campaign=BX&utm_medium=SMO&utm_source=e-bim&utm_content=Sept28news&utm_term=BX Katherine Mehr (HR IQ) kmehr217 1 1 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:8842470084071148540-ce061f333a806bd1ea3f5a0a74297887 2009-03-11T23:23:55.544-04:00

I used to love the television game show "The Price is Right." Beyond the insane level of excitement of the show was the oddly compelling quest to discover the right price of everyday items like refrigerators and bar stools. I always wondered how...

I used to love the television game show "The Price is Right." Beyond the insane level of excitement of the show was the oddly compelling quest to discover the right price of everyday items like refrigerators and bar stools. I always wondered how... http://blogs.harvardbusiness.org/cs/2009/03/pricing_strategies_for_the_dow.html Jena McGregor jmcgregor526 27 26 1 0