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Mixing New & Used: It does look good!

Often times budgets determine what our upgrades are going to look like.  Recently, a client approached us about helping them with new office space.  The challenge:  work within a limited budget and give them a high-end look to match the new carpet, fresh paint and new signage.

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Square Watermelons? The Art of Changing and Business

Farming has been around since man began to walk upright (oh, and figured out how to proactively plant something).  Since the days of early man, there haven’t been a large number of farming innovations – you plant, you water, you weed, you harvest, and everyone else eats!  One farmer in Japan has taught the world that creativity truly knows no bounds.  So what can any business owner learn from this lesson? read more

Oil Spills, Environment, Politics, Oh MY!

It’s amazing that the older we get, the more we appreciate the world we live in.  Our perspective broadens, and we learn about how what happens on the other side of the world really does affect how we are able to live our lives.  With the recent oil disaster in the Gulf, we have been challenged to think hard about the choices we make and how we all have the ability to make a difference. read more

Out Of The Box Ideas!

We are excited to be part of a new segment with the Looney Executive Pod Casts Series!  Working with Blake Glenn, the brainchild behind this incredible source of business information, we will be given 90 seconds of fame every two weeks when the latest pod casts air.  Our spot will feature great tips for business like, “Going Green“, “Latest Technology“, and “What is VoIP Really About?” read more

Networking In Groups

When you think of networking usually one person from your office goes to a function that your organization is affiliated with such as your local Chamber of Commerce or another group that you belong to.  Its a great way to get the word out about your business and meet others that share a common interest.  Networking in groups can be twice as effective as networking alone.  Establish a small group of individuals in the office.  You can make this fun by holding your meeting at a local coffee shop.  Your agenda should outline what you want to discuss in your networking groups.  How often do you want to meet and where.  So many restaurants offer discounts at happy hour where apptetizers are a great value.  Your group can meet at different places each week/bi-weekly/monthly to discuss different topics.  Make sure you have at least one topic to help get the ball rolling.  Use this as an opportunity to get to know one another, share ideas and discuss whats new.   If you are stumped on who to invite then try other business in your building, area, or your chamber that you are want to get to know better.  This way you start building up your social community.  Each of these members in your group should take an active part in discussions.  Their next step is to be able to establish their own group and networking system. If you have five people in your group and they break off and do their own you can build up a strong networking system that may benefit your business long term.  Finally if you are able to set up these groups sucessfully then bring all groups together first Friday of the month.  Give the event a theme name and meet with everyone someplace fun where everyone can network at get to know eachother.  Networking in large groups is a win for everyone.

Downtown Louisville featured on international Web site

Louisville’s downtown area is featured as the “Downtown of the Month” on the International Downtown Association’s Web site, www.ida-downtown.org.

Congratulations Kentucky!  The Washington, D.C.-based International Downtown Association is a group of economic development and association management professionals dedicated to the development of downtowns in cities across North America, Europe, Asia and Africa.

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Green Up and Stay in the Black

This was sent to us and we thought we would share it with you. 

Good Morning.  The cover story for the April 2010 edition of Northeast Ohio’s COSE Update Magazine is entitled “Green Up and Stay in the Black”.  The article explores the business side of sustainability and examines why businesses say that sustainable practices are worth the effort.  We were grateful for the opportunity to share our Company’s experiences and to identify the value generated for our community, customers, employees and our company that stems from the development of such practices.  Please take a moment to click on the link that I have provided below and you will be directed to the magazine.  Then click on the title of the cover story that overlaps the very happy businessman pictured (I know him well) and you will be directed to the story.   

http://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/wise/coseupdate_201004/index.php?startid=Cover1&WidgetId=null&BookId=7756a8652afbfe14b002f316becd9e73#/0

 Jeff Baldassari | President | The Taylor Companies | Bedford, OH | P 440.232.0700 | F 440.439.6720 | E jjb@thetaylorcompanies.com

The Grand Slam Sports Pack for Nintendo Wii is the Ultimate Sports Player's Package.

Are you a sports lover/fan?  Check this out!  The Grand Slam Sports Pack for Nintendo Wii is the ultimate player’s package for the multi-dimensional sports lover. It comes equipped with a tennis racket, baseball bat, golf club and steering wheel, clear remote cover, Wrist Strap. Located at the base/handle of each of these is a compartment that is designed for the Wii remote control to fit right into. With the remote snuggly secured, you can freely hack, drive and steer away while getting the authentic feel of actually being in the game.

Looking for Wii Sports?

CTA 9-in 1 Sports Kit for Wii- Experience the definitive player’s package for sports lovers and Wii enthusiasts with the 9-in-1 spots pack from CTA Digital. Enjoy the realism added to your gaming experience and easily switch according to the multitude of games with this “must have” item for your Wii collection. These accessories will make you feel as if you’re playing more than a video game but an actual sport. The lightweight material assures that these accessories won’t be a heavy burden on your arms, allowing you to enjoy your workout.

LifeBook Tablets

Hospitals use technology to help with patient care and safety.  As this technology advances the hospitals are able to better serve patients and their needs.  Through the use of the LifeBook Tablets Doctors have a lightweight tablet that is easy to cary and will offer a longer battery lifetime that the doctors and nurses so often  need.  A wireless connection allows the doctors and nurses better mobility than before.  Filling medication through the tablets can be easier due to the ability to check for errors.   Other advantages to these features are the doctors are able to use a touch screen in addition to just a keypad.  This helps provide faster patient care.  These portable notebooks can be used by physicians and nurses to take to patients to discuss patient treatment.  Having the latest information is key to supporting the best patient care.