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Leading Through Uncertainty: CEO Lessons in Crisis Management
CEOs must navigate uncertainty with resilience and adaptability in this era of rapid change, marked by economic volatility, technological disruption, and global crises. Effective crisis management distinguishes exceptional leaders and ensures organizational stability...
SMEs Standing Out in the US Manufacturing Resurgence
The US manufacturing renaissance offers big opportunities for SMEs. Develop your plan, specialize in niches, use smart tech, stay agile, tap the government for help, build relationships, get funding, act fast, research manufacturers, boost capabilities, network now, connect with MEP centers, update your website, and attend industry events. SMEs with bold moves will win.
Reshoring in the US: How Companies Identify Suppliers and How to Become One
US tariffs, global supply chain risks, and other factors are driving onshoring and reshoring of manufacturing. Manufacturers seeking suppliers are looking for financially stable, capable, local SME manufacturers.
Vendor Reliability: Why Showing Up Boosts Business Success
The Challenge of Punctuality A Missed Appointment You set an appointment with a vendor for a meeting via telephone call for 9:00 a.m. on Wednesday. At 9:24 a.m., they still haven’t called. You attempt to contact them. You have provided the number they are to call. You...
Balancing Community Service and Work
Community involvement is a powerful way to enhance employee engagement and corporate reputation, but it must be carefully managed to avoid disrupting business operations or unfairly burdening coworkers.
Navigating IP Risks of Stipend-Funded Interns in For-Profit Companies
Using stipend-funded MBA interns offers small businesses a cost-effective way to leverage talent, but it introduces significant IP risks, particularly when university agreements conflict with company needs.
Confidentiality Risk with MBA Internships at Small For-Profits
This MBA internship program offers significant value to SBIR/STTR-funded small businesses by providing cost-effective talent and fresh perspectives. However, lacking direct NDAs, clear sharing boundaries, and robust training, the current structure creates unacceptable confidentiality and IP protection risks.
Growth Requires Clear Vision, Defined Action, and More
The Key to Turning Opportunities into Profits Every business has an inherent opportunity to grow. No matter the industry or the stage of development, the potential for expansion and increased profitability exists. However, your challenge lies in identifying the right...
From Cattle to Customers: Build a Powerful Brand on a Budget
Did you know branding originated as a practical method for farmers to mark livestock with unique symbols (logo) to indicate ownership and prevent theft? Over time, this concept evolved beyond agriculture, as craftsmen began using distinctive marks to signify the...
Boeing’s Challenges: Production Woes, Air Force One Delays, and New Orders Amid Uncertainty
Boeing, a cornerstone of the global aerospace industry, has faced significant challenges in recent years that have tarnished its reputation and strained its operations. The path forward demands a return to engineering excellence, strategic contract management, and transparent communication to restore confidence among customers, regulators, and the public.
