Posts Tagged ‘business leaders’
Business Leaders Needn’t Shy Away from Faith
When I first wrote Focus on Failure, I did not include a chapter about faith. It was an omission I regretted, and one that I was glad to rectify when the second edition of the book was published. Business leaders often don’t talk much about faith, preferring to talk about sales data, market research and […]
Continue Reading →
Should I Franchise my Business? Some guidelines
7 guidelines to help you determine whether franchising is right for your business Ambitious business owners who are eager to grow often ask me for a key piece of advice: “Should I franchise my business?” Thirty years of leading franchise organizations, as well as my experience as chairman of the International Franchise Association, has afforded […]
Continue Reading →
Four Franchising Trends for 2013
New laws, tight lending will influence franchise landscape The lending and regulatory environment continued to weigh on franchising in 2012. The International Franchise Association recently lowered its expectations for the year, saying it expects 11,000 new franchise locations to open by Dec. 31, down from an earlier projection of 14,000. How will the […]
Continue Reading →
3 CEO Traps That You Can Escape by Having a Full Bookcase
Leaders must constantly broaden their perspective to stay relevant The number-one job of any leader is to become a lifelong learner. A leader cannot remain relevant unless he or she has something to give; without continuing growth, a leader has little new to give. All leaders are teachers and all teachers are readers. […]
Continue Reading →
25 Cent Tasti, New Book Among Reasons to Celebrate “Tasti D-Lite Day” on Friday
Tasti D-Lite’s 25th anniversary is Sept. 7, and we have a lot to celebrate I’ll be in New York City on Friday to celebrate with thousands of New Yorkers as Tasti D-Lite turns 25. We’re throwing an official birthday party at our Columbus Circle location in New York City (1841 Broadway, at 60th Street), complete […]
Continue Reading →
Q&A: Social Media Lessons For Business From Co-Authors of The Tasti D-Lite Way
New book shows how famed New York City business made social media part of its growth strategy Tasti D-Lite’s delicious low-calorie desserts have drawn a cult following in New York City since the company started in 1987. Its raving fans include celebrities and directors who have given it starring roles on episodes of Sex […]
Continue Reading →
