Success

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Maximalist design gives us back agency in unprecedented times Dr. Alice Condé agrees that maximalist interior design is gaining traction in this cost-of-living crisis. I can see that maximalism—on whatever budget—could be one way of responding to a similar feeling of disenfranchisement.

Agencies 280

Agencies Expenses Environment Social Media 280

Productivity Bits

OCTOBER 3, 2011

In a period when every penny counts, there are a number of simple ways to stretch the household budget and make your money work harder for you. Well, why pay designer label prices when using a dress agency can deliver the same results but at a fraction of the cost? Bulk buying usually gets discounts. Credit Cards. Bulk Buying.

Credit Card 100

Credit Card Suppliers Budget Agencies 100

Eco-Office Gals

DECEMBER 23, 2012

The end of 2012 is looming on the horizon, which means it’s once again time to buy new calendars, reset the budget, and start thinking about your business strategy for the coming year. Suppose, for example, that part of your agency platform is to replace any items that customers have concerns about. Coupon codes.

2013 100

2013 Promotion 2012 Calendars 100

Practically Perfect PA

SEPTEMBER 14, 2012

If you remain undecided for a while and appear to be looking at other options the supplier may offer you a further discount to secure the business. Try and get a fixed percentage off of the overall cost and remember you should be working with the catering team to design a menu that works well for your budget.

Negotiating 100

Negotiating Suppliers Skills Agencies 100

Practically Perfect PA

SEPTEMBER 14, 2012

If you remain undecided for a while and appear to be looking at other options the supplier may offer you a further discount to secure the business. Try and get a fixed percentage off of the overall cost and remember you should be working with the catering team to design a menu that works well for your budget.

Negotiating 100

Negotiating Suppliers Skills Agencies 100

Small Business CEO

JUNE 19, 2013

Aside from the big guys, I have seen many small business owners and agencies use the right techniques in order to bring contest success. For example, Partee Insurance, an independent insurance agency located in California, runs a weekly game of Hangman on their Facebook page. Make sure the prize is in your budget.

Facebook 40

Facebook Agencies Gifts Social Media 40

Men With Pens

JANUARY 7, 2010

So the economy gets bad, the company loses customers, and the budget tightens up. When my full time position ceased to exist (thanks to budget cuts), I was relieved. Before I could open my mouth, the creative director said, “Dean, we have a budget of $9,000. You face a high probability for layoff when work slows.

2010 40

2010 AT&T Stress Environment 40