Sunday, December 27th, 2009
Environmentally sensitive practices are becoming increasingly important for many businesses and restaurant franchising is no exception. The environment is a hot topic and the public is becoming more vocal about what they expect from retailers, manufacturers and service providers alike. Environmental issues which are foremost in the public’s mind, and which restaurant franchises must now [...]
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Friday, October 23rd, 2009
photo credit: wearitdotcom The world is becoming extremely environmental conscience. With great pushes to save the environment and reminding everyone that they can do their part, the market in green has become huge. By the “green” market we are speaking of items that are environmentally friendly. There are several areas where the opportunities for small [...]
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Tuesday, October 20th, 2009
photo credit: Kevin Krejci It looks like investing for green now has a double meaning. A couple of years ago, if you would have asked someone about “green investing” they probably would have told you that you were just trying to make some cash. Today, “green investing” not only means investing to make money, but [...]
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Saturday, October 17th, 2009
photo credit: myuibe A Green Business is something to be proud of. By establishing such a business you are contributing to the well being of the Planet and of your fellow man. It doesn’t matter if you are a consulting firm that advises others on the best ways to Go Green or if you sell [...]
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Thursday, October 15th, 2009
photo credit: MK Media Productions Adopting environmentally-friendly business practices has become more than a passing trend – companies and organizations are rapidly learning the importance and benefit of becoming green. Not only will you do your part to encourage and support eco-friendly habits, but you may just find you have more greenback in your wallet [...]
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Tuesday, October 13th, 2009
photo credit: Larsz Whether or not you believe global warming could be the end of civilization, there are other compelling reasons to take action to be environmentally friendly in your business. Respect for the planet and life all around you is the most basic of those reasons, but here are three others: it will reduce [...]
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Monday, October 12th, 2009
photo credit: MSFP Sometimes it takes one event or trigger to change your life or the direction you are going. I have been very much in my element the last 12 months trying to develop more and more content and services for consulting and coaching clients. I have had clients on a regular basis, even [...]
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Friday, October 9th, 2009
photo credit: thingermejig There’s one thing you need to know about the green consumer. They want to know. According to the Roper Green Gauge, over 50% reported they would do more if they only knew what and how. So moving your communications to educate and inform can do a lot to grow your green business. [...]
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Tuesday, October 6th, 2009
photo credit: Unhindered by Talent It’s a good thing that “going green” is finally a trend. Big businesses are going green with environmentally safe products, environmentally safe fabrics and environmentally safe packaging. But, the trash isn’t entirely off the streets yet. There are still companies cutting corners and not only that, but we our starting [...]
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Tuesday, January 6th, 2009
photo credit: thingermejig In my discussions over the years with clients, one question seems to pop up more than any other: Are Americans willing to pay more for environmentally-friendly products? For the segment of the population that is most affluent, most educated and most eco-conscious, the answer has always been – yes. Now, a survey [...]
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