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Hard Times in Office Space
By Alexei BayerWho: William E. Hartman, Executive Vice President, Cushman & Wakefield Where: Nocello, 257 West 55th Street, New York City, July 27, 2009 On the Menu: Gnocchi, salmon...
September 01, 2009
Outspoken ThinkerFor years, Boston University economics professor Larry Kotlikoff has advocated for consumption smoothing -- essentially creating a sustainable living standard that "smooths" out over a...
September 01, 2009
Formulas for Success: In The Absence of ValueTraditional business wisdom holds that pricing becomes a factor when value comes into question. A combination of economic drivers has created a challenge for the...
September 01, 2009
Prospecting for 'Hots'There are three foundation stones necessary to sustain any serious effort to add new clients. Ignore one of them, and your efforts will fail, sooner...
August 31, 2009
5 ways to gather customer testimonialsSurveys, advisory boards and putting clients first are on the list. Learn some of the top methods to get your clients to extol your virtues.
August 31, 2009
2009 Advisor of the YearDave Williams believes in an old-fashioned approach: roll up your shirt sleeves and get to work. His philosophy is one where "there is no substitute for persistent, hard work," particularly when your focus is always on the client's best interest.
August 26, 2009
Relationships countA benefit-focused marketing approach generates rewards for everyone involved. Clients feel that they have an agent who listens to them and cares about them.