Monthly Archives: September 2013

Great idea, poor execution

Posted on September 30, 2013 by

Ralph posted last week about a big company’s poor execution on what appears to be a razor/blade marketing strategy. Mine’s a bit different. People who know me know that I love ice cream (almost all desserts really), and I am … Continue reading →

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Do you suffer from orgasnizational ADD?

Posted on September 26, 2013 by

I ran across two very interesting young guys the other week, both of whom drilled home a perennial business lesson: focus! In a parallel life I was a police firearms instructor, and I still follow the field a bit.  One … Continue reading →

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Are you giving away enough?

Posted on September 26, 2013 by

At the grocery store today, I noticed an end cap with nylon first-aid kit bags.  The paperback-sized pouches were red, with a cross on them, and the manufacturers name: Johnson & Johnson.  The display was a little confusing so I … Continue reading →

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Building a Personal Brand

Posted on September 25, 2013 by

Dave Clark has clearly built a personal brand. Check out his real estate sign. No where on this sign can you discover he is a Caldwell Banker agent. He does not need their brand to support his business. He may … Continue reading →

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Headlines Can Communicate or Miscommunicate

Posted on September 23, 2013 by

The headline in this ad is very clear: Some consulting firms just write reports; others deliver value. However, it is unclear which this firm is, and based on the existing impression of many, PWC may be in the former group … Continue reading →

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17 Ways to Be More Persuasive … Really

Posted on September 13, 2013 by

Many of you may be familiar with Robert Cialdini’s work on persuasion. If you are ready for more, well researched persuasion techniques, this article has 17 killer ideas. Mitch

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Who Says Lawyers Can’t Promise Results?

Posted on September 10, 2013 by

As many readers know, I’m a big fan of understanding What your customer is trying to buy from you and focusing on that as your brand, product or company promise. My book, The Secret to Selling More, is all about … Continue reading →

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