It’s been a little while since I’ve written. Today’s article is on two more quotes from Despair Inc. Consistency: It’s only a virtue if you’re not a screwup. (link here) Incompetence: When you earnestly believe you can compensate for a lack of skill by doubling your efforts, there’s no end to what you can’t do. [...]
I published a new version of my website for Optimal Upgrade Consulting which can be found here. Comments and suggestions are always welcome.
In any company or business, there is a process for making decisions. It may not be a formal or rigid process, or perhaps not a very complex process, but it exists. For example, a decision to switch brands of coffee might be made by Joe, who is the one who stocks the kitchen. A decision [...]
The information superhighway is stuck in eternal gridlock during a blizzard, with the volume of information increasing at an exponential rate while the ability to locate quality information consistently decreases. How can you maintain a semblance of control over your ever-expanding inbox?
After listening to people’s comments on the design and layout of my website, I have changed the look. The content will be updated over the next few days, but comments on the design, layout, and style are welcome.
I’ve posted a new version of my site, www.optimalupgrades.com (or .ca, they forward to each other). I’m looking for some feedback on the site. Any comments or suggestions are welcome.
Going to a networking event? A six step guide to getting ready to meet new people.
There are many lists posted regarding reasons to work from home. However, many of the lists don’t consider the problems inherent in working from home, as pertains to those lists. What I will attempt to do here is list out some reasons to work from home, the potential issue with each, and how to work [...]
Elie Kochman is the author of Advice for Small Business Owners and the founder of Optimal Upgrade Consulting. Using his experience working in the corporate world along with his exposure to the world of small businesses, he writes these articles to assist others avoiding common pitfalls of growing a business. His experience in the corporate world, building his own business, and working directly with other growing businesses has given him some perspective on the trials and pains of running a business.
