Monthly Archives: August 2011

I’ll Have The Chicken Please

Posted on August 30, 2011 by Michael Carr

Hard hitting, straight talking video clip about how we do everything we can to avoid being rejected in sales. Strategic partnerships work the same way, there has to be meaningful, value based dialogue and that probably comes from your desk. If … Continue reading →

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The Accounts Are Always Right- Or Are They?

Posted on August 25, 2011 by Michael Carr

“We built a lot of this” – The CEO was clearly proud when he surveyed the Malaysian skyline but alas his pride was to come shattering down a few minutes later when his Projects Director was to walk in for … Continue reading →

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Charity and Business – Look at Me or Look at Them?

Posted on August 15, 2011 by Michael Carr

I’ve just finished reading Help for Heroes, a very touching and inspiring book, narrating stories of British soldiers who have been injured in the line of duty and who’s courage and determination not to let the traumas and injuries of … Continue reading →

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So You Think You Know What Motivates Your Staff?

Posted on August 4, 2011 by Michael Carr

A very good colleague of mine introduced me to Dan Pink who is a very insightful economist with a brilliant way of articulating his ideas. I’ve included a clip below, for which I thank him; it is long for a blog … Continue reading →

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Are You a Towards or Away Person?

Posted on August 1, 2011 by Michael Carr

Last week I took a call from an old client who was seeking advice. Talking to him it reminded me how highly I rate him as an MD and why. One of the reasons is because he works towards problems, … Continue reading →

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