I promise that this will not be a political post one day before the U.S. election. With that, I find myself shaking my head with one part of me looking in the rear view mirror and one part looking ahead in the front windshield. As any public relations professional will tell you; it takes ages … Continue reading
The “writing was on the wall” when George Orwell wrote his classic 1984, as far back as 1949.This novel depicted the struggle of class warfare, where the world was manipulated by the privileged elite inner circle, and of course all was monitored by “Big Brother”. It has always fascinated how life has imitated art. … Continue reading
A recent Huffington Post Comedy Video boasts of United States’ President Obama’s recent victories, which were decided in the U.S. Supreme Court including keeping intact his landmark health bill, and winning new trade agreements. It continues this week with the opening of Cuban embassies and the subsequent resumption of relations after 50 years of isolation, … Continue reading
No, not the 1970s Television Comedian, Jimmie J.J. Walker, the professional golfer who is on fire for the last two years. First, let me set the record straight, I am not a golfer. My last round involved a green ball and a miniature windmill for a free game. Those of you who follow my blog … Continue reading
This is why Grace Century is involved with start-ups. Like the real estate developer, we work with “raw land” to bring it to something of value. Continue reading
We have all heard the old adage “the customer is always right.” This is meant as a guide-post for businesses to live by. It gives companies a way to up-sale, service, and retain customer loyalty. After all, most companies spend a substantial amount of capital attracting, developing, and retaining customers. Each industry has its own … Continue reading
This is an ancient proverb that is still true today. Take the recent story of Yasir Moore, a North Carolina (USA) teen, who was about to go into a Chick- fil-A (fast food) franchise, to apply for his first job. Fair dues to his mother, who insisted he go to the interview presentably dressed with … Continue reading
