Archive for July, 2009
Technology Challenges III: Finding A Better Deal
As I outlined in my last post, I had software issues on my laptop.
The issue was related to Microsoft Outlook. For some reason, my junk mail filters were not working properly. I could never figure this issue out, even after spending hours of my personal time (a big no-no, I.e. the “Operational Black Hole”).
Also, reminders [...]Technology Challenges II: Determining Value
In my last post, I discussed implementing and improving an IT strategy. I briefly overviewed the three parts of this strategy, which consist of obtaining:
1. A reliable hardware vendor with 24-hour onsite replacement extended warranties.
2. A good hardware specialist to handle hardware setup, wiring, and ongoing hardware issues.
3. A versatile software expert to resolve the [...]Technology Challenges
Every start up business has its share of technology challenges. Whether it is the selection of hardware, a complete office network, POS system or a Customer Relationship Management System (CRM), the challenges are enormous and wrong decisions can be very expensive. Just ask any entrepreneur that has made wrong decisions.
It is best to plan ahead [...]True Risk
A few months ago, I was talking to a successful corporate executive that was considering entrepreneurship as a career path. The discussion went something like this:
“I’d really like to start my own business or get into a franchise, but I’m just not ready to take that much risk–so I’m going to take a job with [...]Never a Better Time to Be an Entrepreneur
My parents and grandparents grew up in a volatile world. They experienced the Great Depression, WWII, and the Korean War. There seemed to always be something threatening their livelihoods and their future. They understood uncertainty and lived their lives accordingly.
The Baby Boomer generation has never experienced such uncertainty. For the most part, things always seemed [...]