The Gordon Report: A changing mindset on training: Activate the “Hidden Workforce

At long last, there are signs that companies are increasing employee training and participating in talent development programs. Why is this finally happening? A recent Federal Reserve program held in Chicago focused on how companies in four Midwestern states are partnering with their local communities to upskill younger entry-level workers. Companies from many businesses sectors are collaborating with K-12 and post-secondary...

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Budgeting: A declaration is not a strategy

Budgeting season is coming soon for many companies, and this usually includes the review of major initiatives, costs, resources, and activities for the coming year. Sometimes, it’s also the time to re-evaluate the organizational strategy or even create a new one. And while creating a strategy can be a daunting task, many leaders actually go through long and convoluted processes to create one, only to shelve it in a matter of...

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Creating a Resilient Company Culture: Navigating change and thriving amidst challenges

In an era marked by immense volatility and complexity, characterized by technological advancements, business consolidations, fierce competition, and economic fluctuations, you may find yourself in an unprecedented time of change. The aftermath of the pandemic continues to linger, with burnout, stress, and overwhelm persisting among individuals and teams. Amidst this tumultuous landscape, the challenge is this: How can organizations...

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140 New Industrial Manufacturing Planned Projects for July remain steady for second month

SalesLeads announced today the July 2023 results for the new planned capital project spending report for the Industrial Manufacturing industry. The Firm tracks North American planned industrial capital project activity; including facility expansions, new plant construction and significant equipment modernization projects. Research confirms 140 new projects in July as compared to 141 in June, unchanged for the Industrial Sector. The...

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Value-added services can add an additional revenue stream to your dealership

Back in February’s edition of Wholesaler, I wrote about ‘forklift battery management’ to your dealership’s services offering as a one-stop shop solutions provider.  Subsequently, the topic of optimizing forklift battery management as a value-added service to your end-customer while being an additional revenue stream for your dealership. I recently got the opportunity to catch up with Dustin Love, Business Development Manager, at...

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People of Influence are successful. Are you one them?

Are you seeking more influence with your customers? With your boss? With your prospects? With your connections? With your associates and coworkers? Have you ever thought about what elements go into being an influential person? Below is the list, BUT don’t just read it – compare your skill levels to it, so that you can develop your understanding AND your status at the same time. This list contains elements of the IDEAL influencer. All...

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Buy-Lease-Rent Financing status: You better sit down for this

At this time in our economic lives this topic has a lot of pros and cons to consider before deciding what dealers need to do, what customers want to do and how dealers need to assist customers meet their goals using proper financial options. When we consider the three variables involved (buy-rent-lease)…. the pandemic equipment pricing for both new and used equipment…..interest rates along with new bank loan agreements and...

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