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Are We Sending the Right Message?

Markovitz Consulting

The latest issue of the Spring 2018 AME Target magazine excerpts some mind-boggling—and depressing—data from LNS Research about continuous improvement. As you can see in the chart below (copied from the magazine), fully 44% of responders said that ROI justifications are a key operational challenge in making improvements.

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Why CRM Projects Fail and How to Make Them More Successful

Harvard Business

In 2017, CIO magazine reported that around one-third of all customer relationship management (CRM) projects fail. Implement your CRM with that in mind and you’ll be pleased with your ROI. PM Images/Getty Images. That was actually an average of a dozen analyst reports. The numbers ranged from 18% to 69%.

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The 1099 Bind

Martinka Consulting

Magazine had an article titled, “The 1099 Bind.” So I’m guessing the ROI looked pretty good and maybe they felt it worth the risk. A few months ago Inc. If yes, please explain if you have an opinion from your CPA or attorney stating if your independent contractor status complies with Federal and State law.

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The Business Case for an Employee Communication App - SPONSOR CONTENT FROM STAFFBASE

Harvard Business

In the past, internal communications strategies that focused on efforts such as low-readership employee magazines or in-house intranet content often earned a reputation for draining resources without having much impact. Enabling Middle Management Communication Improves Work.

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How Are You Spending Your Social-Distancing “Vacation”?

Prudent Pedal

With her permission, here are a few items on her list: Bake a cake with no help Run for 5/7 days Follow Chloe Ting’s AB workout Make a smoothie Use my camera and document Coronavirus Write down my experiences from being a cashier Bike Ride Create a new makeup look Learn how to do different styles with my hair Make outfits out of basics/figure out what (..)

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To Reduce Complexity in Your Company, Start with Pen and Paper

Harvard Business

Nokia’s CEO was featured on the cover of Forbes magazine in 2007, with the headline “Nokia: A billion customer and counting. In one, a star researcher said that he was leaving as there was no space for creativity anymore, as the company squeezed budgets and eliminated roles without a clear ROI.

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Transforming from a Good to Great Coach

Rick Conlow

Price Waterhouse Coopers (PwC) and the Human Capital Institute (HCI): Studies have shown that coaching programs yield a positive return on investment (ROI), with estimates of ROI ranging from 5:1 to 7:1 or even higher. Shape Magazine *Note: ChatGPT used for research. Go here: ServantLeadership@RickConlow International.