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The Language of Business - Operational Section

Submitted by Alexander Silva... on Thu, 08/27/2015 - 10:33am
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What shape will your business take? Are you envisioning a great corporation with many officers and locations or a Mom and Pop operation in a small storefront? No matter what size, shape and resources your business takes, you'll want to pay attention to this section of the business plan. Greg Stoller talks with E. Craig Sanders of C-Level Interim Executives, Paul Laskow of Save Energy Systems, and Jody Mendoza of Mojitos Latin Lounge about how their businesses have blossomed and grown.

The Language of Business - International Business Development

Submitted by Alexander Silva... on Thu, 08/27/2015 - 10:29am
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We are living in an increasingly globalized economy. What does that mean for aspiring entrepreneurs? Whether you are outsourcing part of the production process or merely seeking a world-wide customer base, planning for developing an international business just makes sense. Greg talks with three individuals making an impact across the globe about operating companies that crosses country lines.

The Language of Business - Organizational Section

Submitted by Alexander Silva... on Wed, 08/26/2015 - 2:59pm
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Host Greg Stoller takes an in-depth look at the challenges of putting together the Organizational Section of the business plan. How do you know what skills you are looking for in your management team, and how can they lead your way to success? Greg speaks with entrepreneurs from big companies and start-ups to get a sense of what they have done, and the impact it has had on their businesses.

 

The Language of Business - Marketing Section

Submitted by Alexander Silva... on Wed, 08/26/2015 - 2:57pm
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Host Greg Stoller continues his look at the business world, as viewed through the lens of a traditional business plan. Episode 3 takes a look at the Marketing Section of the Business plan. Too often thought of as just a framework for advertising, the marketing section can set the aspiring business owner up for success or failure when looking at how the company interacts with its customers. Greg speaks with three marketing consultants about the purpose of marketing and its importance in today's entrepreneurial environment.

The Language of Business - Competitive Industry Analysis

Submitted by Alexander Silva... on Wed, 08/26/2015 - 2:54pm
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Greg Stoller continues his series looking at the world of business through the prism of the written business plan. In this episode, his in-depth look begins with a look at the Competitive Industry Analysis. Any start-up needs to be aware of the environment they are entering into. What (and who) defines your market? Guests include John Francis of TestMyPitch and Red Hat, Patricia Gray of P.A. Gray Law, and Leo Brea, Executive Director of Veconinter.

The Language of Business - Business Plans

Submitted by Alexander Silva... on Wed, 08/26/2015 - 2:49pm
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In the debut episode of the Language of Business, host Greg Stoller speaks with three entrepreneurs about their businesses and their experience using detailed business plans to help grow their businesses. Featured in this episode is Tony Solomons, President of Ideal Marketing Group, Inc., Jeff Hulton of SprotingPhotoArt.com and Cindy Brown of Frost Ice Bar.

The Language of Business

Submitted by Alexander Silva... on Wed, 08/26/2015 - 2:46pm

THE LANGUAGE OF BUSINESS is written and produced by Greg Stoller, successful businessman and teacher in the MBA Program at the Carroll School of Management at Boston College.

In this series, he speaks with entrepreneurs, both local and throughout the world about their companies, how they started them, and how they continue to grow them. He uses the prototypical business plan as the inspiration and touchstone of these conversations.

The Military Industrial Complex at 50

Submitted by Alexander Silva... on Wed, 08/26/2015 - 1:27pm
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Presentations made at the conference "The Military Industrial Complex at 50", held in Charlottesville, Virginia on September 16-18, 2011. Speakers include David Swanson, author of "War Is a Lie"; Lisa Savage of Bring Our War $$$ Home; Bruce Gagnon and Mary Beth Sullivan of the Global Network Against Weapons & Nuclear Power in Space; Robert Jensen, professor of journalism at the University of Texas; Paul K. Chappell, author of "Peaceful Revolution"; George Friday of the North Carolina Green Party; and Bruce Levine, a clinical psychologist.