I’m reading this morning some results recently posted concerning business results in Brazil and fairly recent entrants into the market. Just as a note to some aspiring new managers in the international arena, let’s take a look at the sub-head to my research: “Banker-turned-manager who advocates women’s rights.”

Anyone see a problem here?

Dutch express delivery company TNT Express NV has reported a drop in profit for the second quarter due to higher fuel costs and losses at its Brazilian operations.

The Article is here.

KSU: Georgia manufacturing roars back in February – Atlanta Business Chronicle:

KSU: Georgia manufacturing roars back in February

Manufacturing activity in Georgia in February rose to heights not seen since April 2008, mirroring a positive national trend.

The Peach State notched its highest reading since April 2008, according to the Econometric Center at Kennesaw State University’s Coles College of Business.

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In a wonderful piece from the ZDNet daily, a discussion at we all need to read and understand. Dion Hinchcliffe takes a long, hard look at where we are where we’re going.

What will power next-generation businesses? | Enterprise Web 2.0 | ZDNet.com

What will power next-generation businesses?

This is a new Internet-powered business landscape. Self-organizing peer production is the motive force and network effects are the new market share.

more…

Our friends at Powerline offer convincing proof of what we all know to be true. Lower taxes work. Now, why is this important? Well, if you read the whole article, then you will come to realize where you marketing dollars are sure to bring the most bang for the buck. And, if you’re overseas looking for new entry points into the US landscape, pay attention.

Power Line – California vs. Texas: The Verdict Is In

California vs. Texas: The Verdict Is In
November 1, 2009 Posted by John at 8:32 PM

Texas, increasingly, is the economic and intellectual leader of the U.S. During the last 18 months before the current recession took hold, while the country as a whole was still creating jobs, more than half of those jobs were created in a single state: Texas.

Texas has usurped the leadership position that, decades ago, belonged to California. Today California is in decline, likely irreversibly so. William Voegeli draws the sad but instructive comparison in the Los Angeles Times:

In America’s federal system, some states, such as California, offer residents a “package deal” that bundles numerous and ambitious public benefits with the high taxes needed to pay for them. Other states, such as Texas, offer packages combining modest benefits and low taxes. These alternatives, of course, define the basic argument between liberals and conservatives over what it means to get the size and scope of government right. …

California and Texas are not perfect representatives of the alternative deals, but they come close. Overall, the Census Bureau’s latest data show that state and local government expenditures for all purposes in 2005-06 were 46.8% higher in California than in Texas: $10,070 per person compared with $6,858. …

Confronted with a stark choice between government dominance and freedom, Americans are voting with their feet:
Read the whole article here.

And now coming from a meeting in Buenos Aires, some good news. Read about it here, first, since the MSM isn’t going to report it at all.

This should be a big business opportunity for many in the delivery niche; think about it. All the associated companies that will need your help will be up and running quick, unless our benevolent national government gets in the way!

Read the whole article here:
Energy crisis is postponed as new gas rescues the world – Telegraph

Energy crisis is postponed as new gas rescues the world
Engineers have performed their magic once again. The world is not going to run short of energy as soon as feared.

On this 9/11 Never Forget

Eight years ago today, our homeland was attacked by fanatical Muslims inspired by Saudi Arabian bigotry. Three thousand American citizens and residents died.

We resolved that we, the People, would never forget. Then we forgot.

We’ve learned nothing.

via Betraying our dead.

Reading this morning an excellent piece on SalesBlogcast. Too many of us forget this time of the year. I recommend a quick read, and then, if you don’t know where you’re going, give us a call!

The next 60 days are critical to our success.  There are very few times during the year that are as important as September, October, and early November.

This is the Time to Start Thinking About It – Companies who think about adding a new initiative or making a change in service providers, vendors, etc., often begin that process during these next three months.  There are plenty of companies who will buy your products and services regardless of the time of year, but there also exists a large number of organizations who take the stance of, “we only make these types of changes in January”.  The best thing you can do in the next 60 days is to get in front of as many prospects as your schedule can possibly handle!

via Why the Next 60 Days Are Critical | SalesBlogcast.

Social media has pulled advertisers and marketers into the eco-system of conversations. However, the audience has rejected their presence.

Now through an integrated innovative offering advertisers and marketers can both reach and add value to the conversations.

You Ask How?

via A Relationship Economy….The intersection of technology and Human Relations.

In an article published today in the New York Times, entitled: “Justice Dept. to Recharge Enforcement of Civil Rights.” we are learning that the government will once again intrude into the daily operations of American businesses. You can read the entire article here.

PanAM’s PEO clients are already up to speed on these regulations, but other small businesses will need to immediately review their compliance practices in view of this new information.

Of particular note is this quote:

As part of this shift, the Obama administration is planning a major revival of high-impact civil rights enforcement against policies, in areas ranging from housing to hiring, where statistics show that minorities fare disproportionately poorly.

Note, please, the emphasis on “hiring.” You can believe that there will be compliance and other record keeping regulations on the way, so be prepared.

Please contact us today, should you need help in any of our areas of expertise.

Interesting article in USA Today this morning about the continued rise in the use of Debit Cards. You can read the whole article here.

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