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Right on Schedule: Flexibility for Productivity
February 08, 2008
From telecommuting to compressed workweeks, scheduling that gives employees freedom in choosing when they work has been shown to keep them happier and more productive. This kind of flexible scheduling can get more complicated in hospitals, where work happens around-the-clock and for longer shifts than a nine-to-five business day. Even so, the importance of freeing up the scheduling process remains significant.
Protect Your Data and Your Business
October 26, 2007
We lock our businesses, homes and cars to restrict wrongful entry and burglary. We invest heavily in security systems to deter and prevent loss. But how can we similarly protect intellectual property?
Right on Schedule: Flexibility for Productivity
February 08, 2008
From telecommuting to compressed workweeks, scheduling that gives employees freedom in choosing when they work has been shown to keep them happier and more productive. This kind of flexible scheduling can get more complicated in hospitals, where work happens around-the-clock and for longer shifts than a nine-to-five business day. Even so, the importance of freeing up the scheduling process remains significant.
The Science Behind Hiring Top Gun Salespeople
January 30, 2008
If you are like most sales managers and entrepreneurs, you have been burned by hiring a salesperson who looked good at first, but concealed the fact that he hasn't the talent—nor the desire—to sell.
The Best Sales Force: Finding, Keeping, Grooming
October 01, 2007
Against your better judgment, you fell into the "bad breath is better than no breath" snare when your best salesperson with the largest territory quit. You hired "Bill," an enthusiastic guy with a pretty good resume who interviewed well, said all the right things, and assured you he would make all of your worries disappear. Seemed like a pretty good hire for a $100,000 base salary.

Sales Incentive Programs - Sales Marketing Management Skills - Employee Motivation Articles
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2nd Annual Brand Building For Banks & Financial Services Conference
Sept. 08 - Sept. 09, 2008
Chicago
, IL
With hundreds of financial institutions across North America and similar product offerings rolling out every day, consumers find themselves choosing banking services with nothing more than a gut feeling about a particular brand. In a world where similar bank services are extremely ubiquitous, how can one bank compete with another for customers? The struggle for uniqueness comes with an economic downturn in 2008. The credit crunch coupled with the wave of bank conglomerates will produce an environment in which branding executives will have to prioritize in order to keep their missions on track, their marketing budgets in line, and their customers confident. This premium marcus evans event will explore how to build brand strength through knowledgeable, executive-level speakers, and cutting-edge topics to stay ahead of the competition and increase sales revenues.

The Motivation Show
Sept. 23 - Sept. 25, 2008
McCormick Place
Chicago, IL
Attend The Motivation Show, where you'll find the world's largest collection of NEW ideas to improve performance, stimulate sales and reward service. Register online before Sept. 15 and your badge is just $20 ($40 at the door) at www.motivationshow.com.

Live Webcast: How Learning Management Solutions Help Meet Standards Body Compliance and Government Regulatory Requirements
Sept. 24 - Sept. 24, 2008
Online

Join Training Magazine on September 24th at 2pm EST for this free, live, interactive Web Seminar sponsored by Intelladon and hear from industry experts including a case study in the manufacturing sector, regarding how learning management solutions can help your organization maintain ISO compliance. Attend this online-only event and learn how new initiatives can help you track employee documentation to stay in compliance.

Sales & Marketing Management Virtual Trade Show
Oct. 02 - Oct. 02, 2008
Online

What are the technologies and business processes that will help your sales thrive in the new digital world? Get a real, in the field, look at the technologies and strategies you have been researching. Hear from our experts about the topics that will affect your planning. Meet virtually with different companies, ask questions and get the answers you need to make informed decisions. In conjunction with Sales & Marketing Management, this Virtual Trade Show will give sales and marketing executives the knowledge they need to evaluate a wide array of products, services, and solutions.

Training's Technology in Action Conference
Nov. 11 - Nov. 14, 2008
San Jose
, CA
Learn enterprise-level strategies and best practices for deploying effective learning technologies. Hosted by learning-tool research guru Bryan Chapman, attend to see award-winning learning—in action—first hand.

Training Magazine Institute 2008
Dec. 03 - Dec. 05, 2008
Buena Vista Palace Hotel and Spa
Orlando, FL
Training Magazine Institute brings you the most popular face-to-face skill-building certificate programs from Training magazine, including certificates for classroom training, e-learning, strategy building, and more.