Data doesn’t have to be perfect – just useful.  Depending on the size of your organization, you could save thousands to millions with these techniques. CASE STUDY – An equipment repair service company is losing money and they suspect the...

We’ve seen more than our share of problem solving meetings.  We’ve been the team member, leader, and facilitator.  We’ve seen the team that can’t make a decision or can’t get their arms around the issue.  See if these scenarios sound...

Poor meetings can cost thousands of dollars in time, wages, morale, and lost opportunities.  Here are some tips to improve your next meeting.  Hold meetings as a last resort only.  Consider other alternatives, such as E-mail, phone, and quick conversations....

Most people don’t get excited about accurate bookkeeping.  The following incentives may change your outlook. 1)      Save money on your accounting and tax bill.  Throw away the proverbial shoebox of receipts.  With the ease of software programs and a little...

Business financing has been a hot topic the last few years.  Here’s a program you may not have heard about. The Ohio Treasury’s GrowNOW program could save you up to 3% interest on a new or existing loan for two...

Fireworks and family, parades and picnics – everybody loves a party.  America’s birthday party always seems to rise above the politics and headlines.  Why all the celebration? Beyond the idea of a day off in the summer, it’s probably because...

The Dayton Business Journal reported last week that the state of Ohio is going through “an unprecedented, top to bottom review of state agency operations and programs . . .”  There was also a lot of press for Moody’s credit...