archiveChief Budget Officer Insider

Surveyed To Death: Years ago, NPR did a satirical survey about surveys. They introduced their survey this way: Thanks for reading this article on the outrageous proliferation of surveys in contemporary America. You know what we’re talking about: When you buy a computer, the retailer sends you a survey; so...

Growth and diversification are beneficial to businesses’ survival and sustainability. An expanding firm will often increase revenues and boost its market position. However, growth is not a well-defined term, and there is no precise definition of expansion and growth. In the corporate sector, every move is viewed as a step...

Starting your own trade business can be a career milestone for any seasoned tradesmen. If you’re thinking of breaking out on your own, then chances are you’ve put in your hard yards with a handful of other employers, have learnt the ropes of your trade, and have perhaps even built...

Organizations of the future require strong, resilient leadership to stay competitive and ensure success. This means connecting organizational change to the fundamental values, abilities, and aspirations of the people involved. Recognizing large-scale transformation is a gradual process that can be a difficult experience with high degrees of uncertainty, business leaders...

The hospitality industry is highly competitive, so it’s important that it moves with the times. Additionally, customer expectations are always shifting based on new technologies that are introduced. Obsolete systems will have a negative impact on your bottom line. Whether you’re a hotel owner or you run a restaurant, it’s...

Getting a paper published in a good journal is an accomplishment. It takes a lot of research, time, and analysis to come up with a quality research paper - and that, mind you, is not an easy task. Unless you aim to get your papers published in any of those...

One of the biggest worries of an international student is the tuition fees. It is already challenging to leave one’s country for education, and the inflated tuition fees only make things all the more worrying. Students end up taking numerous part-time jobs and bank loans, cutting down on other costs,...

It’s probably not too shocking to learn that Finland is officially the most travel-obsessed country in the world, according to the latest outbound travel report by CEOWORLD magazine. The study revealed that the US ranks as the second most travel-obsessed country in the world, followed by Denmark, Sweden, and Norway....

Today's consumers prefer to do business with environmentally aware companies. The good news is that adopting Earth-friendly practices is no longer a sacrifice.  Several consumers today are willing to pay more for eco-friendly, sustainable products from environmentally aware companies. Entrepreneur and climate activist Seth B. Taube offers five tips for...

Most people have regular doctors or dentists but typically don't have a regular attorney. Small businesses will have a regular accountant but usually don't have a lawyer. However, you'll undoubtedly have occasions when you need one. As with hiring any professional, you'll want to research your options. With more than...