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How We Remained “Open” During Hurricane Sandy And Its Aftermath

Many companies have elaborate and lengthy plans to deal with an emergency or casualty.  For our Manhattan-based law firm whose traffic ticket lawyers fight moving violations issued throughout New York State, we have a three-step plan.  Our plan is so … Continue reading

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Hurricane Sandy Can’t Stop Us!

We hope that you and your families stayed safe and sound during Hurricane Sandy. Our prayers go out to all those who are still suffering due to the storm. Notwithstanding this un-precedented challenge, we are proud that our law firm … Continue reading

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Business Lessons From America’s Favorite Board Game

I recently watched a documentary called “Under The Boardwalk: The Monopoly Story”.  It tells the story of American’s favorite board game from its origins all the way through its annual international word championship.  In learning about Monopoly strategy, I took … Continue reading

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How To Help Your Customer Buy

VMV Hypoallergenics sells skin care products and provides facial and skin services.  It has a large online presence and 15+ stores and various other retail outlets worldwide.  Its products are some of the best in the industry designed specifically for … Continue reading

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Leadership, Mark Cuban & The NBA Championship Dallas Mavericks

After the Mavericks stunned the Miami Heat to win the 2011 NBA Championship, NBA Commissioner David Stern went to present the Larry O’Brien Trophy.  Traditionally, Stern would have handed the trophy to internet entrepreneur Mark Cuban, the winning team’s owner. … Continue reading

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Can You Judge A Book By Its Cover? (Part 1)

I just judged a book by its cover.  Of course, by “judging”, I mean that I plunked down $16.95 plus tax to buy it.  I wasn’t in the market to buy a book.  In fact, I have dozens sitting in … Continue reading

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Bad Networking Vs. Good Networking

I had the privilege of being the opening speaker at the Sixth Annual Small Business Summit earlier this month and delivered a take-home value session on marketing. The audience was engaged and asked great questions. Following my session, literally dozens … Continue reading

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When Emulation Is Not Flattering

I used to really like the expression “Emulation is the highest form of flattery”.  But then I started hearing it (or derivatives of it) all too often and the expression, for me, lost its luster. Recently, however, I’ve come to … Continue reading

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Failed Leadership: Etched In Stone

I recently posted “What Does It Take To Be A True Leader“. Today I want to shift gears and discuss the converse — a clear example of leadership failure. An effective leader understands the importance of surrounding him or herself … Continue reading

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What "Best Workplace" Really Means

I have a few friends whose companies have won “best workplace” awards.  Most of these awards involve self-nomination and self-promotion.  Now I am sure the winners of these types of awards do indeed have great workplaces.  However, I recently had … Continue reading

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