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A Look at How Brad D. Smith Motivated and Inspired Intuit Employees

Success

I’ve done a number of things in the spirit of employee motivation ,” said Smith, who was named CEO in 2008. “I After Intuit’s rebranding, revenue in the fourth quarter of 2008 was 11% higher than the final fiscal quarter of 2007, with total revenue for 2008 topping $3 billion. His team met the deadline, and he took the leap.

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Pre Budget Report: Labour Darling Plays Class War Trump Card

The Small Business Blog

Build your own network! Labour is implying a ‘well-off association’ with bankers – who are to blame for this mess – to disguise it’s attempt to ignite a class war to hide it’s total failure on the economic & political front! Ask me your small business questions, I will answer them ASAP.

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Workplace Trends for 2008

On The Job

So, if you're thinking of finding a job this year, founding a new business or making making a career change, here are some trends that you should be aware of, according to Celente: * A heavily-armed criminal class means more people are afraid of what is out there. There's room for the little guy. Being tuned-out will exact a price.

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The Personal Services Boom

Small Business Labs

Back in 2008 we forecast that personal services would be one of the key small business growth sectors over the next decade. What was once reserved for the wealthy has now become possible for the freelance writer, young professional, or middle class parents of the world. We described their appeal as: Personal services firms.

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Can Virtual Assistants provide social networking support?

Loosely Speaking

Home VA Training VA FAQ Podcast Featured Events for Bloggers & VAs Can Virtual Assistants provide social networking support? Social networking became the trendiest way to stay connected in 2008. She offers training and support in many services, including social networking. I think this raises some ethical dilemmas.

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McKinsey spotlights The Networked Enterprise

BioTeams

A new class of company is emerging--one that uses collaborative Web 2.0 We call this new kind of company The Networked Enterprise ". Read The rise of the networked enterprise: Web 2.0 Read The rise of the networked enterprise: Web 2.0 Read The Networked Enterprise Book by Ken Thompson - published in June 2008!

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How to Never Be a Victim Again

On The Job

Remember what 2008 felt like? The internal scolding of "Why didn't I network more?" "Why Once a week reach out to someone in your network, either through LinkedIn, a phone call or email. Take a free online course, sign up for a community college class or attend a seminar. Pretty grim years. Big mistake.

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