by King Monkey | Feb 22, 2017 | Uncategorized
We don’t get far in life without a plan—some sort of roadmap to guide us from point A to point B and beyond. Sure, we might be able to get by in some areas of our lives without a plan—and I’m all for spontaneity—but, eventually, lacking a plan or a roadmap for the way...
by King Monkey | Feb 15, 2017 | Business Development, Entrepreneurs, Marketing, Uncategorized
As I write this, Oroville Dam in northern California is still in crisis mode, but hasn’t been breached. Hopefully it will not . . . and prayers go out to all in the potential path of destruction. As I’ve been watching the news and catching updates on my favorite...
by King Monkey | Feb 8, 2017 | Business Development, Entrepreneurs, Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Uncategorized
“Strategic” is one of those words that has become increasingly popular in the business vernacular. I wonder, though, if most of us know what it truly means, or if it’s nearing status as one of those throwaway words or phrases such as “engagement” or “high quality.”...
by King Monkey | Feb 2, 2017 | Business Development, Entrepreneurs, Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Target Market, Uncategorized
The hills of San Diego and southern California are a bit greener these past few weeks. Recent rains have helped ease some of the drought conditions that have turned roadsides, hillsides, and backyards various shades of dusty brown the past few years. I find all the...
by King Monkey | Jan 25, 2017 | Business Development, Entrepreneurs, Marketing, Networking, Target Market, Uncategorized
How do you know when a prospective customer is a “real” prospect and not just someone who’s too nice or too embarrassed to say “no” or someone who’s so indecisive he or she will never say “yes”? Think about the time and effort you’d save and the resources you could...
