Identifying, gathering and leveraging the right mix of metrics adds value to a project. Metrics provide a more factual and quantitative basis for describing how you are doing and what you can do better. Without at least some basic metric information, all discussions on performance and improvement are based on subjective evidence, perceptions and guesses. Read More …
“NEW” tactics used this year Create a new website. Take outdated website and improve it for better navigation and SEO. Create a storefront on site to let your customers buy products online. Test one new advertising venue every month. Track results and when you find one that works, expand it. Advertise your business in local Read More …
A Storyboard provides a quick, visual summary of a team’s work. They are very well suited as presentation materials to highlight the work of the project, the improvements made and for executive overviews. I recommend having a storyboard created before closing the project. The mindmap below is a simple outline of a storyboard. Depending on Read More …
One of the most often used cause-and-effect diagrams is a Fishbone Diagram. It appears very simple but the results are outstanding. As a result, it is used very often and one that should be mastered. Why would you use it? Allows various categories of causes to be explored. Encourages creativity through a brainstorming process. Provides Read More …
I recently received my Black Belt after completing a 140-hour extensive Lean Six Sigma training program. Six Sigma is an integrated, disciplined proven approach for improving business performance. The training was through Six Sigma.us a leading consulting and certification firm supporting companies implementing the Six Sigma Process. The Lean Six Sigma Training addressed understanding the Read More …
Here are this month’s new additions to the Get Clients NOW! Answer Center Ten Ways to Get Your Marketing Unstuck – Article by C.J. Hayden Have you ever found yourself knowing exactly what you need to do about marketing your business… and then not doing it? You are not alone. Many self-employed professionals find that Read More …