When Lightning Strikes – On the Production Floor with Boston Strong T-shirts

I’ve been in the apparel decoration business a long time, (over 25 years) and until recently thought I had seen it all.  It’s not uncommon for reporters or television news crews to come and film for public interest stories when you are…

What Does Success Look Like?

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Often when people start out on a new task, they just lower their head, grit their teeth, and drive into it.  Outcome?  Who cares…we just want to finish!  Of course, the inherent problem with that is the fact that you may wind up with results…

Earning Trust

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A lot of companies focus tremendous effort in finding and developing new customers.  You may use a lot of tools, advertising and various schemes to bring them into the fold, and start nurturing a relationship.  However, is that same energy…

Are You A Red Printer?

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By now everyone is completely familiar with the ubiquitous term “Green” for environmental concerns.  Being a responsible steward of the environment is not only good for your overall karma, as it’s the right thing to do; it’s also proven…

Is Your Shop Stagnant? Why Innovation is the Road to Success

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Let me ask you some simple questions.  Be honest to yourself while you think about your answer.  Are you a shop that constantly seeks to reinvent itself, improve and get better?  Or are you the shop that sits there enviously and wonders “how…

Feed the Eagles and Starve the Turkeys

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There’s one thing for certain in life or business, and that’s there are only so many hours in a day.  Many forces work against us constantly, tugging at our shirt sleeves for attention and time.  I’m often asked how I manage to get so…