• Running

    You can learn a lot about how people approach their careers by looking at how they approach their hobbies. Running is such an important part of my life that I have created a separate blog for it, Predawn Runner. Whether you are recreational or competitive, I welcome you to join me there in discussing how we fit running into an already-full life.

Tag Archives: Marketing

Spreading More Crumbs of Cogitation

In recent guest posts on other blogs, I discuss why Six Sigma is a bad idea for startups, how to extend your brand presence at trade shows, the impact of demographics on business, and leadership tips from Jack Welch.

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Mitigating Strategic, Operational, and Organizational Business Risk

In a series of three posts, Jeff Davis proposes several processes to use to help you understand and mitigate strategic, operational, and organizational risk in your business.

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10 Ways to Extend your Brand with Industrial Customers

Disney has mastered the art of extending the brand experience for its customers. Here are 10 ways you can replicate the magic in your more industrial markets.

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Cogitation across the Nation

Links to recent guest posts on marketing in small businesses and startups, trade show planning, using Outlook for task management, and planning your work/life strategy.

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7 Steps to Prepare an Engineer for a Sales Call

While many engineers have a natural capability to work with customers, some need help in this process. Here’s seven steps to help an engineer contribute to a successful sales call.

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