August, 2008

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What are Businesses Immune of Economic Downturn?

Chad Barr

1. Funeral Homes. 2. Security. 3. Nursing homes and elderly care. 4. Baby food. 5. Weight loss. 6. Wealth creation. 7. Do it yourself. 8. Home based business. 9. Any business that would generate a minimum of 10 to 1 ROI for their clients. Any others that come to mind? The post What are Businesses Immune of Economic Downturn? appeared first on The Chad Barr Group.

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Clients ask for the darndest things!

The Crazy Lives of Consultants

i was asked to go to europe for a strategic meeting with our friendly european colleagues. it's really only for one week, but i'm going to take the second week off and travel. i told my client that i was going to be out for 2 weeks for work (said nothing about vacation), and i wasn't sure if i was even going to be on the project at that point (because they still haven't said how long they want me) but that i thought they should know. a thoughtful and forward-thinking FYI, don't you agree?

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What Is The Best Way To Become Wealthy?

Chad Barr

Become an entrepreneur. Live on less than 85% of your income and invest the rest. Invest in your health and life balance. Create proper business and personal insurance for you and your family. Invest in your continued learning and education. Hire the best (staff, advisers and consultants). Re-invent yourself often. Find a successful mentor with a proven track record.

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5 Essential Indespensible Qualities For Successful Entrepreneurship

Chad Barr

1. Strong entrepreneurship spirit which means not being afraid to fail. 2. Willingness to take risk knowing that the potential outcome and success can be enormous. 3. Strong desire to work for myself and exit the “employee” mentality. 4. Have complete control of decisions and my own future and destiny. 5. Ability to enjoy discretionary time and life balance.

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State of AI in Sales & Marketing 2025

AI adoption is reshaping sales and marketing. But is it delivering real results? We surveyed 1,000+ GTM professionals to find out. The data is clear: AI users report 47% higher productivity and an average of 12 hours saved per week. But leaders say mainstream AI tools still fall short on accuracy and business impact. Download the full report today to see how AI is being used — and where go-to-market professionals think there are gaps and opportunities.

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Interview with Libby Wagner – President of Influencing Options

Chad Barr

In this podcast, technology guru Chad Barr interviews Libby Wagner, the president of Influencing Options. Libby discusses and answers tough organizational topics such as: culture change, core dimensions, leadership challenges, creating vision and strategy, clarity and specificity, alignment, honesty and candor, influencing with integrity and self esteem.

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The Crazy Lives of Consultants: Penance

The Crazy Lives of Consultants

'skip to main | skip to sidebar. Sunday, August 24, 2008. Penance. i recently broke my tailbone when i was on a date (a great way to make an impression, let me tell you). the doc said 4 to 6 weeks before i would be back to normal. the weekend it happened, my friends were kind enough to buy me a very fashion-forward "donut" from the local walgreens. they even offered to bedazzle it for me, but something told me i should pass. this donut was bright yellow, the kind you dont miss. you know, these a

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New Site – www.AvivConsulting.com

Chad Barr

I am delighted to announce the launch of the new great site of Aviv Shahar, the founder of Amber Network and Aviv Consulting. He is an international consultant, a coach, an author and a speaker. Aviv has extensive experience in coaching leaders—he has helped executives develop breakthrough strategies and improve their effectiveness, collaboration and innovation.