As many businesses find themselves with shrinking revenues and in a challenging competitive marketplace, there is no more important time for organizations to think differently about their sales targets, sales training, and revenue opportunities. One thing you can count on—the same old thinking gets you the same old results.    First:  Start asking different questions if you want to start getting different answers.   Most businesses,...

Have you ever seen a house built on a poor foundation? Ask anyone who has ever owned one and they will tell you about the endless “sinking” feeling they have inside. A strong foundation is vital for any solid home.  The same holds true for your business. Key to your business is creating, living and delivering an inspiring culture. At the core of your culture is establishing a clear understanding of your vision. A powerful and inspiring...

Aspire and AAA Worldwide Travel performed research on the girlfriend getaway market and uncovered that this once emerging trend has developed into a $6-billion dollar segment. Though girlfriend getaways represent 4 percent of the U.S. travel industry sales, most hotels aren’t in on it. Of the 1,529 women interviewed, we uncovered many interesting facts: 60 percent of those taking girlfriend getaways are between the ages of 35 and...

Is There a Productivity Index and How Does It Relate to Positivity Anyone who knows me knows that I am a high energy, high positivity kind of person. You got it “one of those kinds of people.” And over the years, many have tried hard to stomp that high positivity with their “why it can’t be done belief system.” There are two clear perspectives when it comes to business and life. There are those who focus on “why it...