If strategic planning is conducted poorly it is nothing more than a game of politics where managers try to look smart or do what they can to ensure their organizations are protected. Sound familiar? This type of an exercise should be called “political positioning” as opposed to “strategic planning.” Instead of bringing people together towards … Read more
The definition to be “healthy” means: “Possessing or enjoying good health or a sound and vigorous mentality: a healthy body; a healthy mind.” This definition sums everything up. If we do not possess or enjoy good health and a vigorous mentality, we are losing out on the essence of life. Health is our most … Read more
The recent economic slump has proved disastrous for many investors and have left many of them bankrupt. Now the question arises that can it be avoided in such a turbulent time? The answer is “yes” it can be avoided with right strategy of smart investing. Smart investors do not do anything great, they coin the … Read more
Not so long ago, Americans could be classified into two distinct groups. On the one hand, there were workers. On the other, there were investors. The difference being: The working class worked long hours and often earned little pay, while the investor class worked few hours but earned great sums. The advantage the investor class … Read more
Article by Michael D. Hume, M.S. It’s Still Possible If You Take Personal Responsibility by Michael D. Hume, M.S. Start a business on the side, and work in your spare time to grow it. Put that extra money aside as a hedge against the evils of the day: layoffs, downsizing, cutbacks, inflation. Learn the investment … Read more