Cubs v. Sox gives insight into issues of today

This is a totally random thought… I recently attended a Cubs v. Sox game at the Cell.  I would like to disclose that I am a Cubs fan.  This is not a “my team is better than yours” rant.  I want to talk about the feel/vibe of the ball...

Still NO DSL?

It simply amazes me that AT&T does not have complete coverage for DSL throughout the Midwest. I still have customers who have to use Comcast and have no choice.

Call early on Fridays

It is summertime again. We need to remember that this was a rough winter for everyone in the Midwest. Prospects are more likely to be leaving earlier on Fridays to start their weekend. One suggestion is to call early in the morning and do clerical work in the...

Side Door?

If the front door is closed why not try the side door or even the back door?  As we all know these are extremely difficult times for everyone so how can you distinguish yourself from others?  Let’s be honest and most decision makers/IT managers do know want...

Back to the basics

I recently had an opportunity to participate in a sales workshop. We worked on our elevator pitch. I know what you are thinking “waste of time” but it wasn’t. It was good to review and to practice the pitch. We all get a little lazy and it was good...

Hard Times

I thought this was pretty good… There was a man who lived by the side of the road, and he sold hot dogs.  He was hard of hearing, so he had not radio.  He had trouble with his eyes, so he read no newspapers.  But he sold good hot dogs.  He...