When people talk about innovation and smart business practices, we often hear the hackneyed cliché “thinking outside the square”. And usually it’s much easier said than done.

So today I thought I would share a story about a case where true outside the square thinking for one of our clients ended up improving their productivity, service to clients and reducing their rental costs.
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Now like never before, businesses need solid information for decision making.

There is certainly no lack of information around with Google at our fingertips. But the trick is to be able to discern the real oil; what’s accurate, and doesn’t have hidden agendas or bias.

The other thing is that people need that solid information fast, without spending hours researching.

Realising this need was part of my motivation to prepare Parallel Directions’ first e-book special report. The topic is: What You Should Be Aware of Before Relocating Commercial Premises. (more…)

I talk often about the need for flexibility and creativity to adjust to the fast changing and challenging economic conditions. In tougher times, it is crucial for achieving winning solutions.

Well, there is nothing like practicing what you preach! (more…)