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Test Scores, Profits, and Page Views are Measurements, Not Primary Goals

January 23, 2012 – 1:42 pm

I’m a little disturbed by at least a couple of news story themes that I’ve heard recently:  ”Can Eliminating [X program] Improve Test Scores?” and “Students to be Moved to Schools to Improve [the school's] Test Scores.” The former concept sounds like a fishing expedition to find a way to take money from “non-essential” programs. [...]

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Read · 10 (More) Reasons Why Your Business is Tanking

June 10, 2009 – 10:02 pm

· 10 (More) Reasons Why Your Business is Tanking. 1.  You’re scared to charge what you’re worth. Number 1 is the biggest failure point that I’ve seen otherwise good business owners make.  Think about it.  Your plumber won’t show up for less than $70.  Neither will your electrician.  They’ve perfected their craft, licensed, and insured [...]

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McDonald’s, the well-oiled machine

April 6, 2009 – 7:34 pm

I have to admit, while McDonald’s offers international customizations, a Big Mac and fries is a pretty predictable offering no matter where you go.  I also find that while McDonald’s doesn’t deliver the highest quality food items, I’ve never experienced unacceptable service or quality. Say What You Want | chrisbrogan.com.

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Questions for Entrepreneurs

February 23, 2009 – 10:59 am

Link:  So, You Want to Be an Entrepreneur – WSJ.com. @JoeWheeler suggested that #8 on the list should be moved to #1.  I think #2 is close, but not quite there.  I think the fallacy is that entrepreneurship is a path to an “easier life.”  The reality is that striking out on your own should [...]

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Who stole my cheese?

February 9, 2009 – 10:09 am

I seem to remember seeing this book shortly after Enron, Worldcom, etc., imploded.  It seems to be fitting once again.

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