| July 10, 2008 | News for the wholesale distribution industry |
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- Companies with right attitude thrive, even during downturn
Despite tough economic times, some companies continue to thrive, and oftentimes it's the sellers' attitude about success that keeps them going strong, according to this article. Professionals often tell themselves self-sabotaging things, such as "times are tough," when turning those thoughts to positive outcomes could help set the course to success. Manage Smarter
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- Entrepreneur's guide to picking a bank
While banks are tightening up credit, they also are courting small-business accounts. Entrepreneurs should look for these five traits when picking a bank: online banking, small-business expertise, incentives, customer service and reasonable fees. Forbes
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- Airlines get creative in finding fuel-saving measures
Travelers may be all too aware of airline adjustments to soaring fuel prices such as charging extra for baggage, but airlines are taking additional measures that many may not be aware of. JetBlue, for instance, is flying slower to save fuel, and an official with the company said that by slowing down just two minutes per flight, the airline can save $13.6 million annually. "We're not leaving a single idea untried or untested or a stone unturned," said James May, president and CEO of the Air Transport Association. CBS News
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- Workplace weight-loss programs show modest results
An analysis of 11 studies of employer-sponsored weight-loss programs shows workers who participated shed from 2.2 pounds to about 14 pounds, compared with workers who did not participate and averaged a loss of 1.5 pounds to a gain of 1.1 pounds. Programs that incorporated monthly face-to-face contact seemed to result in better success, the researchers noted. Reuters
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Suit of armor: Six books to combat tough economy
These wholesale distribution-specific books will help you hold on to, or even increase, your profits during the economic downturn when times are tough. Together they provide the strategy to drive growth, the know-how to manage your finances, and the tools to better understand how sales, margins, inventory and expenses work together to make your business profitable. You save 30%.
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New Edition: Learn the Essentials of Profitable Wholesale Distribution
Making money in distribution gets tougher every year -- it's even harder during an economic slump! Running a successful company requires cooperative efforts from knowledgeable and motivated employees. Speed their learning and retention by giving them Essentials of Profitable Wholesale Distribution. Twice the size of the first edition, this second edition includes both brand-new and updated instructional text and all-new graphics!
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Do you offer customers incentives to hold on to their business?
After voting once, check out the real-time poll results on NAW's All Access page as often as you'd like.
 | Yes, especially in these economic times. |
| No, if what our business offers is not enough, that is too bad. |
| We have not before but might soon consider it. |
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