Business Management Toolbox
Computer technology is deeply rooted in practically everything we do now. In fact, we all benefit by updating our business tool boxes. Here are a few tools that I started using recently. Are these keepers for our virtual business management tool boxes? Lino – Wondering where to quickly store and retrieve your sticky notes whether you...
Ed Grier Named Dean of VCU School of Business
Ed Grier, who most recently served as president of Disneyland Resort, has been named the new dean of the Virginia Commonwealth University School of Business. Grier’s appointment, which is effective March 8, results from a national search that attracted more than 70 applicants, including sitting deans. Grier spent 29 years at the $38 billion, Fortune...
Iris Taylor’s Consumer Watch in the RTD
The Richmond Times Dispatch (RTD) publishes a consumer watch piece in the Metro Business section; Iris Taylor writes the column. About a month ago Iris contacted us for a few tips on e-commerce and later published the article, “Mistakes to avoid when setting up an e-commerce site.” Here’s an excerpt and link to the full...
Workshop Presentation – Small Business Website Basics
Earlier today, I gave a presentation to entrepreneurs and new business owners at the monthly Richmond SCORE Small Business Workshop. The workshop is an all day event covering everything from writing an effective business plan to negotiating a commercial lease. Workshop Topics How to Write an Effective Business Plan Step-by-Step Guide to Starting a Business...
digital AIM: Online Sales Continue to Rise
Shop till’ you drop, or nowadays, until your fingers cramp up! Cyber Monday reached $887 million in online spending, up 5 percent versus year ago according to comScore. Here’s an excerpt of the press release as well as a link to the full story: RESTON, VA, December 2, 2009 – comScore (NASDAQ : SCOR), a...
