Category Archives: Economic Trends

The Overview

Posted on March 2, 2009 by John F. Dini

Two stories from last week. I was making a couple of follow up calls to prospective clients. These are business owners who have expressed an interest in our peer group and coaching process. The first was to a sign shop … Continue Reading →

Posted in Business Perspectives, Economic Trends, John's Opinions, Strategy and Planning | Tagged business ownership, business planning, business strategy, economy, entrepreneurship, small business, trade | 2 Comments

Separating Winners and Losers

Posted on February 9, 2009 by John F. Dini

Even in the relatively healthy business climate of San Antonio, some folks are describing their business to me with a mournful look and “The economy, you know.” It’s the current shorthand for ” I’m losing money and I’m doing nothing … Continue Reading →

Posted in Business Perspectives, Economic Trends, Entrepreneurship, John's Opinions, Managing Employees, Strategy and Planning | Tagged business ownership, business planning, business strategy, economy, entrepreneurship, financial, small business, trade | 1 Comment

Planning for the Strategic Triple Threat

Posted on January 24, 2009 by John F. Dini

1. The new need for multi-level strategy Over the last 4 months, I’ve been devouring information on the recession and economic crisis. I have come to the conclusion that small-business owners are faced with unprecedented complexity in their planning process. … Continue Reading →

Posted in Business Perspectives, Customer Relations, Economic Trends, Entrepreneurship, John's Opinions, Leadership, Strategy and Planning | Tagged banks, business ownership, business planning, business strategy, China, economy, entrepreneurship, financial, international relations, politics, trade | 3 Comments