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While there is no doubt that certification does not ensure total competency, it IS another tool to use in distinguishing yourself and your business from your competition to your customers and prospects.
I've never asked an insurance agent or fina...
Smaller Indiana 7,000 Member Party at Rathskeller
September 17, 2009 from 5:30pm to 8:30pm
We've Grown Again!
Smaller Indiana has more than 7,000 members, so it's time for a party - time to put faces with names, & celebrate.
We'll be at the Rathskeller, Come Join Us!
Most true professions have three basic standards of qualification:
1) Compensation for performance of the task
2) Specialized body of knowledge
3) Certification or professionalism
And, while it's quality can be open for debate, professional spea...
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No doubt, I’ve been tough on GM lately…and that doesn’t really put me in the minority. The mistakes that have been made in everything from the selection of the new Chairman of the company, to the product line, to the way in which dealers market th...
I think MBA programs should use this method too...let prospective student audit classes in exchage for great blogs like the one you wrote...best thing short of experiencing it for yourself.
No doubt, I’ve been tough on GM lately…and that doesn’t really put me in the minority. The mistakes that have been made in everything from the selection of the new Chairman of the company, to the product line, to the way in which dealers market th...
Yesterday afternoon when I left the house, the thunderstorm roaring through Indianapolis was so intense, I was frankly a bit scared as I was driving. The trees were bending over, lightning was all around, and the thunder was rock-concert-loud.
Ye...
Yesterday afternoon when I left the house, the thunderstorm roaring through Indianapolis was so intense, I was frankly a bit scared as I was driving. The trees were bending over, lightning was all around, and the thunder was rock-concert-loud.
Ye...
Hi Courtney,
I will put some time into thinking about the details and get back with you on this.
Dave
Scott:
I would love to take you up on your offer. On the sales side, we have 30 (salespeople + managers). Feel free to email me on this site or you could call us toll free 1-888-623-4002.
Dave:
You have made a very valid point. I would be willi...
I have an addition to this idea, why don't you offer one of each model of GM automotive to some of the members of smaller indiana here to drive for a week. Get a good cross section of demographics as well and have one of the local stations carry t...
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- How did you hear about Smaller Indiana?
- Friend
- What is your greatest strength?
- Working with organizations to enhance their distinction through creating the Ultimate Customer Experience (tm).
- What are you working on?
- Launching my new book, "Collapse of Distinction: Stand Out & Move Up While Your Competition Fails."
- How big is your business?
- small company
- What is your Job Title
- Owner
- What is your Company Website?
- http://ScottMcKain.com
- What is your Personal Website?
- http://McKainViewpoint.com
- What is your alma mater?
- Franklin College
- Why join Smaller Indiana? What are you hoping to experience here ?
- Looking forward to connecting and working with other professionals.
Scott McKain's Blog
An eye-opening experience!
No doubt, I’ve been tough on GM lately…and that doesn’t really put me in the minority. The mistakes that have been made in everything from the selection of the new Chairman of the company, to the product line, to the way in which dealers market the cars, have been points that I — and many other commentators and bloggers — have been writing and speaking about frequently here in these past few months.
However, thanks to Hare Chevrolet of Noblesville, I’ve had an eye opening experience.… Continue
However, thanks to Hare Chevrolet of Noblesville, I’ve had an eye opening experience.… Continue
Posted on June 19, 2009 at 4:57pm — 1 Comment
Observations on storms and smiles...
Yesterday afternoon when I left the house, the thunderstorm roaring through Indianapolis was so intense, I was frankly a bit scared as I was driving. The trees were bending over, lightning was all around, and the thunder was rock-concert-loud.
Yet, just a few moments later, I stopped for gas and Starbucks in complete sunshine.
Waylon Jennings and his wife, Jessi Colter, had a song they would sing together at their concerts called, “Storms Never Last.” I saw that first hand yester… Continue
Yet, just a few moments later, I stopped for gas and Starbucks in complete sunshine.
Waylon Jennings and his wife, Jessi Colter, had a song they would sing together at their concerts called, “Storms Never Last.” I saw that first hand yester… Continue
Posted on June 3, 2009 at 10:52am — 1 Comment
GM...UAW...Obama...all seem to be missing the point...
It’s terrifying to me considering today’s announcements to realize that GM and Circuit City have aspects in common. And, unless the triumvirate of the Obama administration, GM management, and the UAW face these facts, then our nation’s largest car manufacturer will end up just like the electronics retailer – not only bankrupt, but out of business entirely.
Circuit City thought it could make it by having a better price on the same merchandise that both they and their competition were retailing.… Continue
Circuit City thought it could make it by having a better price on the same merchandise that both they and their competition were retailing.… Continue
Posted on June 1, 2009 at 9:58am — 5 Comments
Success...it's what we thought, and much more...
So many people have told me that I just HAD to read Malcolm Gladwell’s “Outliers” that I, frankly, put it off for a bit. I was both wanting to be certain it wasn’t just the “flavor of the month”…a fad book…and, I guess I was being a little contrarian, too. Well…I shouldn’t have waited. It is a book that everyone — and, I mean EVERYONE — should read.
You need to discover most of it for yourself…however, let me comment on a couple points from the book that you’ve probably already seen else… Continue
You need to discover most of it for yourself…however, let me comment on a couple points from the book that you’ve probably already seen else… Continue
Posted on May 3, 2009 at 1:34am — 4 Comments
The Ultimate Audience Experience
It was the 14th or 15th time that I’ve been in the audience when my favorite band on the planet — the one and only Eagles – were on stage. First time I saw them, I was in high school, they had their first hit with “Take It Easy,” and they were the opening act for Yes…not exactly the prime venue for a new band playing country rock.
I followed them through “Desperado,” to “On The Border,” to “One of These Nights” — then watched as the entire world caught… Continue
I followed them through “Desperado,” to “On The Border,” to “One of These Nights” — then watched as the entire world caught… Continue
Posted on March 25, 2009 at 2:50pm — 1 Comment
Comment Wall (6 comments)
- At 6:29pm on May 1, 2009,
Stacey R. Davis said… - Scott. We won that trip to Mexico at the silent auction. A little unfortunate timing, but things will pass. I'd like to take you up on your advise on insurance and any other travel ideas.
- At 10:57am on March 24, 2009,
Toni Sholty said… - Hey Scott, Rainmakers is a terrific, very professional, creative and diverse group of people helping one another to find new business opportunities and refer one another etc. There is even a Rainmakers University that teaches on many different business topics. There are events all the time (before work, lunch hours and after work hours) to accommodate everyone's schedules and they are geared toward helping each other build their businesses or networking. I have not joined yet and have attended one meeting but got so inspired-and thats not an easy task sometimes unfortunately! Check out their website at www.gorainmakers.com.
- At 10:45am on March 24, 2009,
Will Hardison said… - Scott,
I want to invite you to join the Smaller Indiana group, North Indy Networkers. We get together several times a month to have fun and network with other business professionals and Smaller Indiana members.
Here is the list of events in April:
Monday April 6 @ Fox and Hound- Cornhole, Pool, Shuffleboard, and networking. RSVP- http://smallerindiana.com/events/north-indy-networkers-fox-and
Wednesday April 15 @ Majors- Networking social RSVP- http://smallerindiana.com/events/north-indy-networkers-majors
Thursday April 23 @ Pinheads- Private bowling and networking. RSVP- http://smallerindiana.com/events/north-indy-networkers-1
Have a great day,
Will
- At 7:45am on March 20, 2009,
Toni Sholty said…
- Awesome! I heard you speak a while back in Naples at an Obsidian function and thought you did a great job! I would highly recommend you as a speaker or consult on business. Great to see you here. Maybe we'll see one another at a function. Are you a member of Rainmakers?
- At 6:47am on March 18, 2009,
Kyle Lacy said… - The famous Scott McKain. I have heard a lot about you. Welcome to Smaller Indiana and congratulations on becoming a SMOOSIER!
- At 5:16pm on March 17, 2009,
Lorraine Ball said… - Welcome to Smaller Indiana. I think you will find this is a little different then most Social Networks. The community is active both on and off line. Check out some of our groups and events for information on what is going on around the state.
Looking for tips on how to get started? Check out Kristen’s post it is filled with suggestions, and links
Hope you can make it to the 5,000 member party on the 19th
Lorraine
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