Business – Page 6 – clearly conveyed communications

Droid Turbo: Power & Speed Wrapped in Kevlar (A Review)

I was having so much fun setting up my new phone that I’m just getting around to blogging today. Verizon sent me an early upgrade offer via its Edge program, so I checked out my options. I’m an Android fan, and after some research, it came down to the Samsung Galaxy S6 and the MotorolaContinue reading “Droid Turbo: Power & Speed Wrapped in Kevlar (A Review)”

3 Ways To Embrace the March Madness Spirit For Your Business

Two games in, and my bracket’s already busted. Oh hey, welcome to the CCC blog. I’m trying to sneak in some work today around the NCAA Tournament games. Sound familiar? March Madness. As a basketball fan, sports junkie or gambler, you love it. As a business owner or manager, you may hate it. How do youContinue reading “3 Ways To Embrace the March Madness Spirit For Your Business”

The Psychology of Color: Following Guides or Going With Your Gut?

Color. We all have a favorite one, and probably, a least favorite one too. From boxes of Crayola crayons to apparel and interior design, color plays a big part in our lives. So what do your colors say about your business? Well, it depends on who you ask. Colors do tend to evoke emotions inContinue reading “The Psychology of Color: Following Guides or Going With Your Gut?”

Spring Cleaning? Don’t Forget Your Business

Spring is in the air! Maybe it’s the rising temperatures or longer days, but optimism abounds this time of year. If spring cleaning is on your to-do list, don’t forget about your business! How can you spring clean your business? Try these tips: Get Organized — Go through your paper and electronic files and form aContinue reading “Spring Cleaning? Don’t Forget Your Business”

Eat, Pray, Love — In Business Too

As I was reading Eat, Pray, Love by Elizabeth Gilbert earlier today, two things dawned on me. One, I’m enjoying this book. Two, the concepts discussed apply to business as well as life (and no, not only for women). In Eat, Pray, Love, Gilbert travels the world in order to examine three different aspects of herContinue reading “Eat, Pray, Love — In Business Too”

How to Increase Productivity In and Out of the Office in 2015

Ready, set, go. It’s a new year, and we’re all excited for what 2015 will bring. One resolution near the top of most professionals’ lists is to be more productive. While we don’t make New Year’s resolutions here at CCC, we love to be productive and efficient throughout the year. Related reading: Free Your MindContinue reading “How to Increase Productivity In and Out of the Office in 2015”

3 Ways to Encourage More Referrals (From Santa or The Grinch)

What’s on your list for Santa this year? A new computer? Fancy office digs? Or new business? Let’s go with the latter. Referrals. We all want them, but how do you encourage your clients and supporters to provide them? Gift Cards – It’s no coincidence that gift cards are the top gift year after year.Continue reading “3 Ways to Encourage More Referrals (From Santa or The Grinch)”

Why You Should Think Like The B.A.U.

My favorite show on TV is Criminal Minds, which is far from just another show on law enforcement. FBI agents in the Behavioral Analysis Unit (B.A.U.) profile suspected serial killers and hardened criminals in order to solve difficult cases. By reading clues at the crime scene and studying an unsub’s (perpetrator’s) life, the team canContinue reading “Why You Should Think Like The B.A.U.”

There’s Only One You, So Shouldn’t You Be Your Own Password?

Are you ready for your close-up? Hoyos Labs thinks you should be, and they may just change the face of the Internet. Introducing 1U™, an app that gives you access to all of your favorite sites with one glance. No more frustrating password rules. No more anxious moments as you desperately try to remember the passwordContinue reading “There’s Only One You, So Shouldn’t You Be Your Own Password?”

It’s All About the Bling (Even in Business)

It really is all about the bling, even in business. Presentation, image, packaging… call it what you want. Time and time again, I’m reminded of this fact. Whether a client compliments my laptop bag (love Wenger Swiss Army!) or a prospect is impressed by a smartly packaged presentation, it matters. Yes, substance is important, butContinue reading “It’s All About the Bling (Even in Business)”