What’s the number one question asked by journalists when writing a story about barter? They all want to know (more…)

Anxiety has a place in leadership and life–so it’s time to rethink our understanding of change and uncertainty, and our ability to manage it in our lives. It’s time to reframe our (more…)

Here’s a letter I received from Michael Alter, President of SurePayroll.com…

Less than a penny of each stimulus dollar will go to small businesses, which create the vast majority of new jobs in the economy.

As I mentioned to you previously, I think the big difference between this recession and prior recessions is that we are not seeing many new business formations. Everyone I talk to says that new business starts appear to be down.

Last week, we (more…)

Can you articulate in 50 words or less what makes your company unique and distinct from others? What is your company’s unique selling proposition? (more…)

I’ve come across a terrific organization and a terrific person–Mimi Long, CEO of Pincbubble.com. Mimi Long says it’s all about sharing and helping others. Do you know someone, or are you personally battling cancer?

Pincbubble is headquartered in Atlanta and offers a worldwide (more…)

In existence only 10 days, The American Association of Business People & Entrepreneurs appeared on page #1 of Google News!

American Business People Unite through AAPBE

In the current economic climate, many are feeling the (more…)

Every person today should be thinking outside the box because money is harder to acquire in today’s down economy. You have assets that you never really think about, your time, skills, hobby’s, etc. When you trade/barter on your assets you (more…)

Ask any seasoned barterer where they made their first trade and you will find that it was with another person. Later on they will learn about (more…)

Some 23% of companies report that they will not be holding a holiday party this year. There are, however, creative ways to show your appreciation and thanks. And several (more…)

It’s not a new idea, there are some 2,000 local currencies in cities around the world. But the idea is appealing to the residents in two neighborhoods in Milwaukee. Expected (more…)