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Corrective Business Management A Tactic For Survival

Business

Strategy
Review your business’s strategy. Does it make sense? Can it be executed? Is it too “pie in the sky?” How does it address your markets and your businesss core strengths? A clear strategic plan is the basis for success in good times and in bad times. Look at the big picture and determine the strategies needed to be set in place for success.

Execution
The best strategic and business plans are worthless without execution and metrics. Do you have metrics in place to measure performance against financial AND operational targets (objectives)? Which objectives are hitting the mark and which are not? Why? Who is accountable? What is being done to address the weak areas of performance? A business is only as strong as its weakest employee.

Customers
During a questionable or stalled economy it seems as if businesses of all sizes are quick to put customers (those who pay the bills) last. This is a definite no-no! It is time to re-evaluate what the business is doing to delight customers and prove that they come first. Customers are the companys best asset and it costs much less to keep existing customers happy than to find new ones. No matter what the business product or service offered, customers have choices. Take the steps necessary to make your business their FIRST choice. Ask THEM if their needs are being met and what improvements can be made within the company or organization to keep them satisfied and wanting to come back.

Cost and Expense
Businesses are quick to cut expenses and people when there is softness in the economy. This is so easy, that even a child with a lemonade stand can do it. But it is often NOT the right answer. First look at where resources are deployed. Most resources should be involved in driving revenue and overall customer satisfaction. Keep your overhead costs to a minimum and watch your bottom line expenses. If that means redeploying and retraining, then it should be done. Secondly, before there are lay offs cut the outside contractors and consultants and perform what you can in-house. Also, cut salaries and bonuses at the top of the organization first. The biggest cuts should be among the biggest bosses (not the customer) facing employees and sales force. Finally, ask for input, the people on the floor and in the back office usually know where the biggest opportunities for REAL efficiencies exist. Ask them, and when you do, be sure to act on their recommendations and recognize them for their ideas.

Speed
I am amazed by what the USA did to mobilize resources in a very short time during World War II on the home front. Factories went from making automobiles and refrigerators to making military tanks and aircraft in huge quantities in an amazingly short time period. Imagine what it would have been like if they had had computers. So why does everything (except perhaps the Internet) take so long today? The time frames required to develop new products and services are often years rather than months. Look at timelines required in your business today and cut them by 25% to 50% while maintaining the same level of quality if not better. It can be done and this will definitely be a competitive advantage for your business.
For example our company determined how to quick turn our design and graphics production timelines without sacrificing the final product or service. We implemented our philosophy to under commit and over deliver, and actually did it! We analyzed how much time was needed for all types of production and cut it down by 25%. Once successful, we then took another approach and cut the time down again, still delivering the same quality product and excellent service to our customers while maintaining our quality of assurance systems in place.

Innovation
It is a natural tendency of most businesses, no matter what size, to take fewer risks when times are lean and mean. This includes new and innovative ideas for products, services, marketing and the way business is done. The BEST time for risk taking and innovation is when the economy is challenging and other businesses are cutting back. While most businesses are tightening their belt, businesses that take risks and push innovation stand out among their competition. Innovation is not limited to research, development or marketing. It should encompass all functions and aspects of any business that show others that you have what it takes to survive and are taking the risk that most businesses wish they could. Either step forward into growth or step back into safety.

Terms such as flat, downturn, recession, and stalled economy drive chills through most business people at any level. Money is tighter and market opportunities shrink, but there are winners and losers in both good and not so good economies. By addressing these areas of strategy, execution, customers, cost and expense, speed and innovation, any company (regardless of size, market or industry) can be a winner during recession. It is all about being an effective leader in an economy where there is doubt about the future.

Correct management is definitely the key for a business to survive crises like the current economic climate. In order to execute correct business management, several strategies need to be observed, executed and measured. Businesses must smarten up, market, manage their people, and follow their vision.

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How To Wear Jeans Into Your Forties And Beyond

Jeans

Jeans are a staple item in any womans wardrobe and finding the perfect style and fit can often be a difficult task for women, especially as you get older and worry that particular styles of jeans might not work for you. But anyone can wear jeans, its just what you team them with and getting the fit right.

Skinny jeans
You might think skinny jeans are best left to younger women but theyre actually easy to wear whatever your age, its just how you wear them and what you team them with that matters. With skinny jeans its vital that you get the perfect fit otherwise theyll be too baggy or too tight and look very unflattering; the best fitting skinny jeans will cling to your curves rather than squeeze them. Skinny jeans are more suited to a slightly smarter look for older women; wear with a crisp white shirt or simple jumper for a classic look and team with a pair of loafers or court shoes for a leg-lengthening look.

Straight leg jeans
If you love the thought of skinny jeans but prefer something a little more forgiving and comfortable then straight leg jeans are probably your best bet and the great thing about them is that theyre so easy to dress up or down too. They have a similar shape to skinny jeans but are not quite as fitted and have a straight up and down design.

Boot cut jeans
Perhaps one the most flattering shapes of jeans, boot cut jeans do as they say and flare out slightly at the bottom and are design to sit on the top of your shoes. They balance out fuller hips or thighs too, so are perfect for the fuller figure. Boot cut jeans are so popular because theyre so easy to wear casual or more dressy, its just about what you wear them with, a going out top and pair of heels will instantly glam up boot cut jeans.

Boyfriend jeans
You cant get a more comfortable style of jeans than baggy jeans also known as slouch and boyfriend jeans. As youd expect they have a loose fitted design and are designed to skim your body and so are flattering on plus size figures as they dont emphasise your shape. Wear casually for everyday with a simple t-shirt or a hooded top.

Tips for jeans shopping:
– If youre self conscious about buying jeans in a shop and dont like fitting rooms then buy them online or through a catalogue to try them on in the comfort of your own home; that way you can also buy more than one sizes and send the wrong fitting one back.
– Even if youre usually the same clothing size, always try jeans on; different styles and brands of jeans have varying measurements. Dont worry if youre a size larger, lots of jeans are actually fitted smaller than standard sizes.
– Jeans are one area of your wardrobe that are worth investing in; theyre staple items so dont be afraid to spend a little more to get those perfect jeans youll definitely get the wear out of them.
– Make sure you know your leg length and if not then measure your inner leg before going shopping. Lots of jeans are offered in various leg lengths with short typically being 30in, standard 32in and long 34in, although youll also find a bigger choice of leg lengths from 27in to 36in with some retailers.
– If youre shopping in heels then pop a pair of flat shoes in your bag or vice versa, that way youll be able to see how jeans look with different shoes and heel heights.
– Leave the over embellished and latest jeans fashions to the younger generations, theyll look cheap on more mature women and make it look like youre trying too hard.

The perfect lifestyle mens wallets

Men Fashion

Men’s wallets are an absolute necessity in any man’s pocket. It carries all the essential items a man needs throughout his everyday life namely, ID cards, license, credit and debit cards, and of course the ever so important money bills. The word “wallet” was first used in the 1st century A.D. and described a bag or a knapsack for carrying items. Reference to the wallet goes back as early ancient Greece and the Renaissance all the way to the 19th century. In the early 1950s, the wallet took its step to fame as an item of necessity when credit cards were introduced. Today men’s wallets are such an indispensable item for any man, he can’t leave the house without it.

Without a doubt men’s wallets are also men’s intimate item for keeping personal articles like photographs of loved ones and membership cards of every sort. With that, choosing the correct wallet that would match one’s lifestyle and sense of taste is important. The main two types of wallets are bi-fold and tri-fold which basically describes how many parts it can be folded into. When looking for a wallet make sure you choose one that has ample room for your business cards, debit cards etc and enough space for your unfolded money bills. It is optional although important for many to choose a wallet that allows him to display his ID card if not pictures of loved ones. Keep in mind that bi-fold men’s wallets are flatter but larger in other dimensions which makes it less bulky in your pocket. Tri-fold men’s wallets on the other hand offer more room for cards but will get pretty bulky after filling it up. A good tip is to look for an appropriate material and durability for your lifestyle, for example, choose a wallet that is made of nylon or waterproof material if you have an active lifestyle.

Are you the sporty type, a daredevil by nature and is looking for a durable wallet that will last through all your heroic stints. Well Timbuk2 men’s wallets are bi-fold so it eliminates the bulk of a wallet, giving you comfort through your activities with ample room for your cards and cash. Being slim and made of durable ballistic nylon this wallet is a tough one to tear. Designed with care, it has sturdy stitches around each compartment and a lifetime warranty against defects in material or workmanship. I bet you’ll get through anything with this one! Check one out today it comes in three great colors, black, dark brown and gunmetal. Look out for many other good durable wallets if you are looking for something different.

If you are looking for something durable which is a little more secure? There are many choices to pick from. One good example is Duluth Trading men’s wallets. This tri-fold men’s wallet is actually made out of fire hose cotton canvas and tooled leather, now imagine the durability! It bears a western rugged feel with excellent quality stitches. This is a keeper with many as its classic look never goes out of style. It fits snugly into your pocket with lots of room for your cards and bills! There is also a bi fold wallet version for those who like less bulk which is said to have up to 20 years durability!

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Footwear Trend- High Heel Shoes

Shoes

Footwear Industry is boomed with the demand among womens for the High Heel Shoes. This increase in the demand for high heels is all because of the fashion trends emerging randomly. Earlier the trend was for flat shoes but as time passes demand for it declines and increases for High heels. In this modern era, competition for looking more gorgeous and sexy is going on. So among the womens community too, even if the doctors denied them to wear the high heel shoes and take care of their foots, they don’t care about it and believe on their own style of wearing shoes.

High Heel shoes comes in different sizes varying from 2-5 inches, it depends upon the adaptability and the extend up to which it can be handled carefully. These shoes are of immense use for the womens of short height. High heel shoes make them look taller, actually it makes the legs to look long and foot small. The other benefit of wearing high heels is that it makes the carves to appear as it in the slim shape and thus bifurcate the difference in look before and after wearing high heels.

These High Heel shoes make the gait very steady yet it reduces the stride length. It completely changes the look of a woman and makes her to look more seductive and sexy. These shoes seem to be very highly appealing for sex and seduction. The women who wear them feel confident since confidence emerges from the physical appearance too.

There is no particular occasion for it to wear. It is often worn but it enhances the beauty especially in parties, ramps etc. Similarly there is no particular dress combination for it, but it fits well with mini-skirts and jeans. It really gives a seductive look to the women wearing it. These high heels appear to be a means to attract peoples and make them to act on their finger tip.

Now, when moving towards the shopping of high heel it seems to be very confusing or else the state of dilemma exists because there are many types of high heel shoes available like stiletto, court ,straps, peep toe, ankle strap, lace up leg, fetish etc which are very attractive and each is unique in its features. So, options are many but it depends upon the choice and budget.

Really the footwear trend has changed completely or we can say that it has reshaped from the beginning and appears to be very appealing section for womens. Especially the high heels have completely changed the look of women by creating a sense of illusion on the view of public. Whatever it may be but many varieties with innovative ideas are being introduced in the market and are highly adapted by the people and the High Heels are the one among them.

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