Don’t just ask
Shortly after John Paul II became pope, he was interviewed by an Italian journalist, Vittorio Messori. That interview became the best-selling book, "Crossing the Threshold of Hope."
The art of the deal
During difficult economic times, customers plead for price reductions or extended terms, but beware … not all pleas are created equal.
Disclosure
You're the owner or senior manager of a small- to medium-sized privately-held business. One day, an employee asks you:
Exports help Future 50 winners build growth at home
As local companies seek ways to increase market share, revenues and profits, more and more companies are finding customers outside the Milwaukee 7 region and re-investing those revenues at home.
Brewers’ success provides windfall for local charities
The Brewers Community Foundation recently announced that its 50/50 Raffle for the 2011 season has surpassed $1 million in gross revenue.
Now is a great time to invest in your company
We live in interesting times. Man and nature are in turmoil; revolutions, terrorism, economic and nuclear meltdowns are mirrored by earthquakes, hurricanes, tornados and volcanoes.
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Accepting company checks for personal services may prove costly
Most vendors have occasionally accepted a business check in payment for a customer's personal goods or services. This practice is typically common among contractors furnishing residential services (remodeling, roofing, landscaping, painting, etc.) to clients who are also business owners.
Buyers outnumber sellers
There's a lot more demand from buyers in the local mergers and acquisitions market than there are companies willing to sell, and experts don't expect that trend to change anytime soon.
Stock market faces a murky 4th quarter
Recent volatility and ongoing uncertainties have left several financial experts defensive or bearish about the stock market in the fourth quarter, while others remain more bullish about the slow-moving economic recovery.
Pilarz holds true to Jesuit roots
Marquette University President Scott Pilarz Age: 52 Education: Ph.D., English - The City University of New...