http://www.submityourarticle.com/articles/Alan-Gillies-5177 The latest quality free reprint articles from Alan Gillies at SubmitYOURArticle.com Sun, 22 Nov 2009 01:03:56 +0000 As if business was not hard enough, along comes a recession. All the challenges that face the business owner or manager are now magnified exponentially. Morale seems to jump to the top of the list, as it affects everything, including motivation and spirit. At times like these, the owner needs to turn to a business coach for guidance and support. http://www.submityourarticle.com/articles/Alan-Gillies-5177/business-coach-60676.php Thu, 13 Aug 2009 00:00:17 +0000 It looks like we're in the biggest recession since the Great Depression of the 30s. History will tell, of course, but this cycle is giving small business everywhere additional challenges and hurdles which they must overcome to even survive, let alone prosper. As many business owners and managers turn to executive management coaching, they're looking for advice. http://www.submityourarticle.com/articles/Alan-Gillies-5177/business-coach-60677.php Mon, 10 Aug 2009 00:01:19 +0000 One of the issues faced by an organization with a dynamic team at its core is disagreement. Whenever a significant issue is addressed and discussed, you can expect to find people who do not see eye to eye. This is a good thing, as any business coach will tell you. You want to encourage innovation and different points of view, as this is, in overall terms, a good thing for your company and its life blood. http://www.submityourarticle.com/articles/Alan-Gillies-5177/business-coach-60678.php Thu, 06 Aug 2009 02:08:38 +0000 Let's face it, human beings make mistakes. Companies are run by human beings. It therefore goes without saying that every business on the planet is going end up making a mistake at some stage. How you deal with mistakes is going to set you apart from your competition. Your business coach will tell you that you should handle every complaint that you receive in a professional and productive manner. Above all else, never ignore complaints! http://www.submityourarticle.com/articles/Alan-Gillies-5177/business-coach-60680.php Sat, 01 Aug 2009 05:37:02 +0000 If you listen attentively to your business coach, you will hear him say that everyone in business is involved in the sales process. So where does this sales process begin and end? Many people like to use the analogy of a sales funnel, with the widest part of the funnel at the top and the narrowest part at the bottom. Prospects travel through your funnel by travelling from the top to the bottom. http://www.submityourarticle.com/articles/Alan-Gillies-5177/business-coach-60681.php Mon, 27 Jul 2009 00:01:49 +0000 Coaching as a means of education is quickly gaining acceptance and credibility, as our day-to-day lives become more and more complex. It seems that there's a lot to gain from a business coach, executive coach, career coach or life coach, as we integrate all elements and all aspects of our day-to-day existence. http://www.submityourarticle.com/articles/Alan-Gillies-5177/business-coach-60682.php Sat, 25 Jul 2009 02:09:50 +0000 In these especially difficult times, business owners are looking for any advantage that they can get. It is a poorly understood situation, but the typical business owner has to juggle so many problems at one time and has such a full agenda that they barely feel that they can function. A typical business owner has to wear an innumerable number of "hats" and take on different roles and multiple personalities throughout each day. http://www.submityourarticle.com/articles/Alan-Gillies-5177/business-coach-60683.php Fri, 24 Jul 2009 00:01:20 +0000 Many people might think that you, as a business owner, would be crazy to actually want to get rid of a client! But sometimes it is the right course of action to take. A business coach might suggest to you that an unwelcome, unruly or disruptive client is bad for morale, productivity and the bottom line. It is up to you as a business owner to decide if and when it is time to actually go ahead and fire that client. http://www.submityourarticle.com/articles/Alan-Gillies-5177/business-coach-60684.php Wed, 22 Jul 2009 04:04:17 +0000 Whether starting a business, retooling it, expanding it, or trying to stay the course, business coaching is a smart investment. Having a business coach that can plan, advise and support your business objectives can benefit your company in so many ways. The key to success is establishing goals and working with your executive coach to achieve them. http://www.submityourarticle.com/articles/Alan-Gillies-5177/business-coach-57049.php Sat, 11 Jul 2009 00:00:05 +0000 Being motivated in business translates into success. If you're unhappy with your job, it shows in how you present yourself, how you conduct your job and also carries over into your personal life. To stay motivated, business consultants recommend implementing self motivational tips, among them achievement, responsibility, advancement and recognition. http://www.submityourarticle.com/articles/Alan-Gillies-5177/business-coach-57054.php Thu, 09 Jul 2009 00:00:36 +0000