Tags |
|
|
Links |
|
|
Added for You - Chess Sets Online Retailing - Dealing with Aggressive Unethical Competition
So You Are Working for a Difficult Boss, Huh?
Well… A bad boss is a universal phenomenon. All of us at some point of time or other have faced the monster from hell that just loves twisting you round his tiny li’l finger and takes pleasure in trashing your hard day’s work right into the bin without any compunction! Phew... it’s a tough little world we all live in. Here are a few practical pointers that will help you not only in dealing with that tough taskmaster of a boss, but also maybe help you win him over!Don’t judge him/her in haste. Call it the human tendency to gripe, but experience shows that people crib about their bosses just two days into their job! So if you are just into your job and are having problems coping with the Big B for inexplicable reasons, take a breather. Instead of
has to resort to this kind of behaviour. Why doesn't he work on his own business and compete in an ethical way rather than the threatening and abusive emails he regularly sends? If he believes we are taking his chess sets market - then why not work on improving his such that customers see a better business? Is this really so difficult? Perhaps he should be working another type of business. Or working for continuous improvement. Harassing the competition in some mafia style suggests a bullying manner that would be better channelled elsewhere.
Well… A bad boss is a universal phenomenon. All of us at some point of time or other have faced the monster from hell that just loves twisting you round his tiny li’l finger and takes pleasure in trashing your hard day’s work right into the bin without any compunction! Phew... it’s a tough little world we all live in. Here are a few practical pointers that will help you not only in dealing with that tough taskmaster of a boss, but also maybe help you win him over!Don’t judge him/her in haste. Call it the human tendency to gripe, but experience shows that people crib about their bosses just two days into their job! So if you are just into your job and are having problems coping with the Big B for inexplicable reasons, take a breather. Instead of
'Theft' of intellectual property rights (chess photography, chess product names, chess product descriptions...)- whether yielding any advantage or not - is just that -
Are You an Optimist?
I’ve heard that the definition of an optimist is a person who does the same activity time after time, but expecting (or perhaps hoping for) better results. Being an optimist is similar to the person who keeps hitting his head against the wall because it feels so good when he stops. The optimist and the person with the massive headache are resistant to change, yet they want or need better results and don’t know how to go about improving.Clearly neither approach to making things better is having the desired effect, and in order to get those better results they have to change their method of going after them. Maybe they need to become pessimists and tell themselves, “This just isn’t working. I better change my methods and maybe then I’ll get the result
We're a chess set online retailer. With the stakes so high in terms of profit - what to do when competitors get more and more nasty? What if they threaten to send the boys round? Publish a little online defamation? Register confusingly similar domain names? Steal photography and other content to use in selling their similar products?I’ve heard that the definition of an optimist is a person who does the same activity time after time, but expecting (or perhaps hoping for) better results. Being an optimist is similar to the person who keeps hitting his head against the wall because it feels so good when he stops. The optimist and the person with the massive headache are resistant to change, yet they want or need better results and don’t know how to go about improving.Clearly neither approach to making things better is having the desired effect, and in order to get those better results they have to change their method of going after them. Maybe they need to become pessimists and tell themselves, “This just isn’t working. I better change my methods and maybe then I’ll get the result
The maturing of the web has allowed hundreds of thousands of opportunities to people across every industry who previously couldn't afford to get a physical store. And thousands of IT consultants have managed to join the two skills (technical and business) they have to jump into the shark infested waters of online commerce. This example of chess set retailing is real and current. The victim is a successful niche chess set company who suddenly appeared on the web by utilizing SEO skills, techie ability and a love of chess. After a year of trading, one of the chess competition noticed and started with threats and intimidation. But this has happened across many industries previously dominated by other web sites. What's the best course of action and reaction?
The first thing we feel is pride in the work done. The victimizer has been in chess set retailing for 12 years, we have been active for just one. A fellow retailer has flattered us by recognising a loss of income from our attempts at online marketing of chess sets. Hell, we're good! - what other industries might we impact? Of course, the reality is that we all build upon the ideas of others. we see an idea and think of some improvement. Inertia then becomes our enemy - continuous improvement is required. So enough with the feeling of being flattered and keep on with the innovation.
Naming the defauding site may have the effect of publicising the business to our detriment. Indeed the unethical web site selling inferior chess sets did refer to us directly, but probably realised that it was just sending people over to us. We want to focus on our business with a long term objective, so need to take action such that we don't lose focus. This is one knee-jerk reaction that won't necessarily help with the problem, but neither is ignoring the problem the best course either.
We seem to be occupying the aggressor somewhat. Well, that's something too. Whilst he's focusing his energies on us, he's distracting himself from his own company. Nike found this years ago. 'Hold your friends close and your enemies closer' only goes so far. Nike innovated from the gut - they came up with their own designs that no other 'competitor watching' could have inspired. Whilst our chess competitor is sticking pins in our voodoo doll, he can't innovate on chess set design and better chess suppliers with clarity of mind. More market share for us then.
Our chess retailing aggressor clearly has a poorer business model than us if he has to resort to this kind of behaviour. Why doesn't he work on his own business and compete in an ethical way rather than the threatening and abusive emails he regularly sends? If he believes we are taking his chess sets market - then why not work on improving his such that customers see a better business? Is this really so difficult? Perhaps he should be working another type of business. Or working for continuous improvement. Harassing the competition in some mafia style suggests a bullying manner that would be better channelled elsewhere.
'Theft' of intellectual property rights (chess photography, chess product names, chess product descriptions...)- whether yielding any advantage or not - is just that -
Job Search IT
Are you in search of java jobs, J2EE Jobs, IBM WebSphere Jobs or .Net Jobs? Are IT Job Search and Java Job Search eating up your valuable time? The IT Job Search website is the one-stop destination for all the information that you require on computer jobs in general and IT Jobs in UK in particular. No matter whether you are a Software Engineer, a Computer Programmer, or a Web Developer, your dream computer job is now right at your fingertips.If you are a computer professional and looking to make a mark in the booming IT industry, Job Search IT is the right place to start your journey. Job Search IT offers you information on thousands of IT contractors waiting to offer you the launch pad for a career in this field. Handsome pay and good-work life balanc
ul niche chess set company who suddenly appeared on the web by utilizing SEO skills, techie ability and a love of chess. After a year of trading, one of the chess competition noticed and started with threats and intimidation. But this has happened across many industries previously dominated by other web sites. What's the best course of action and reaction?
Are you in search of java jobs, J2EE Jobs, IBM WebSphere Jobs or .Net Jobs? Are IT Job Search and Java Job Search eating up your valuable time? The IT Job Search website is the one-stop destination for all the information that you require on computer jobs in general and IT Jobs in UK in particular. No matter whether you are a Software Engineer, a Computer Programmer, or a Web Developer, your dream computer job is now right at your fingertips.If you are a computer professional and looking to make a mark in the booming IT industry, Job Search IT is the right place to start your journey. Job Search IT offers you information on thousands of IT contractors waiting to offer you the launch pad for a career in this field. Handsome pay and good-work life balanc
The first thing we feel is pride in the work done. The victimizer has been in chess set retailing for 12 years, we have been active for just one. A fellow retailer has flattered us by recognising a loss of income from our attempts at online marketing of chess sets. Hell, we're good! - what other industries might we impact? Of course, the reality is that we all build upon the ideas of others. we see an idea and think of some improvement. Inertia then becomes our enemy - continuous improvement is required. So enough with the feeling of being flattered and keep on with the innovation.
Naming the defauding site may have the effect of publicising the business to our detriment. Indeed the unethical web site selling inferior chess sets did refer to us directly, but probably realised that it was just sending people over to us. We want to focus on our business with a long term objective, so need to take action such that we don't lose focus. This is one knee-jerk reaction that won't necessarily help with the problem, but neither is ignoring the problem the best course either.
We seem to be occupying the aggressor somewhat. Well, that's something too. Whilst he's focusing his energies on us, he's distracting himself from his own company. Nike found this years ago. 'Hold your friends close and your enemies closer' only goes so far. Nike innovated from the gut - they came up with their own designs that no other 'competitor watching' could have inspired. Whilst our chess competitor is sticking pins in our voodoo doll, he can't innovate on chess set design and better chess suppliers with clarity of mind. More market share for us then.
Our chess retailing aggressor clearly has a poorer business model than us if he has to resort to this kind of behaviour. Why doesn't he work on his own business and compete in an ethical way rather than the threatening and abusive emails he regularly sends? If he believes we are taking his chess sets market - then why not work on improving his such that customers see a better business? Is this really so difficult? Perhaps he should be working another type of business. Or working for continuous improvement. Harassing the competition in some mafia style suggests a bullying manner that would be better channelled elsewhere.
'Theft' of intellectual property rights (chess photography, chess product names, chess product descriptions...)- whether yielding any advantage or not - is just that -
Termites Can Ruin Your Home
There are three conditions that attract termites to an area:Water is the first condition that attracts termites to an area. Termites generally cannot survive without a source of water present. Termites will always seek some source of moisture to survive whether it is in the form of a leaky faucet, sprinkler or rain.Wood is the next thing that will attract termites. Termites will consume any material that contains cellulose. Since wood contains a great deal of cellulose, termites eat wood like no other. If a single piece of wood touches the ground, a colony of termites somewhere will know about it. Some subterranean termites will consume other materials such as vegetation, dung, and humus, but their primary source of food is wood.The last
ll build upon the ideas of others. we see an idea and think of some improvement. Inertia then becomes our enemy - continuous improvement is required. So enough with the feeling of being flattered and keep on with the innovation.
There are three conditions that attract termites to an area:Water is the first condition that attracts termites to an area. Termites generally cannot survive without a source of water present. Termites will always seek some source of moisture to survive whether it is in the form of a leaky faucet, sprinkler or rain.Wood is the next thing that will attract termites. Termites will consume any material that contains cellulose. Since wood contains a great deal of cellulose, termites eat wood like no other. If a single piece of wood touches the ground, a colony of termites somewhere will know about it. Some subterranean termites will consume other materials such as vegetation, dung, and humus, but their primary source of food is wood.The last
Naming the defauding site may have the effect of publicising the business to our detriment. Indeed the unethical web site selling inferior chess sets did refer to us directly, but probably realised that it was just sending people over to us. We want to focus on our business with a long term objective, so need to take action such that we don't lose focus. This is one knee-jerk reaction that won't necessarily help with the problem, but neither is ignoring the problem the best course either.
We seem to be occupying the aggressor somewhat. Well, that's something too. Whilst he's focusing his energies on us, he's distracting himself from his own company. Nike found this years ago. 'Hold your friends close and your enemies closer' only goes so far. Nike innovated from the gut - they came up with their own designs that no other 'competitor watching' could have inspired. Whilst our chess competitor is sticking pins in our voodoo doll, he can't innovate on chess set design and better chess suppliers with clarity of mind. More market share for us then.
Our chess retailing aggressor clearly has a poorer business model than us if he has to resort to this kind of behaviour. Why doesn't he work on his own business and compete in an ethical way rather than the threatening and abusive emails he regularly sends? If he believes we are taking his chess sets market - then why not work on improving his such that customers see a better business? Is this really so difficult? Perhaps he should be working another type of business. Or working for continuous improvement. Harassing the competition in some mafia style suggests a bullying manner that would be better channelled elsewhere.
'Theft' of intellectual property rights (chess photography, chess product names, chess product descriptions...)- whether yielding any advantage or not - is just that -
Resilience: The Key to a Successful Today and Tomorrow
Success in business and in life comes to those who can sustain energy, creativity and passion in the midst of continual change, stress and competition. Information overload leaves us struggling to sustain that passion and drive and achieve the work/life balance that is essential to our growth and well-being. We are being bombarded with information every day and are working in different environments that require more accountability and have higher expectations than 10 years ago.Individual and organizational resilience is needed now more than ever. Webster’s Dictionary defines resilience as the ability to recover from misfortune or change. Mike Jay, author of CPR for the Soul and Founder of Leadership University defines it as “the integrated power t
m the best course either.
Success in business and in life comes to those who can sustain energy, creativity and passion in the midst of continual change, stress and competition. Information overload leaves us struggling to sustain that passion and drive and achieve the work/life balance that is essential to our growth and well-being. We are being bombarded with information every day and are working in different environments that require more accountability and have higher expectations than 10 years ago.Individual and organizational resilience is needed now more than ever. Webster’s Dictionary defines resilience as the ability to recover from misfortune or change. Mike Jay, author of CPR for the Soul and Founder of Leadership University defines it as “the integrated power t
We seem to be occupying the aggressor somewhat. Well, that's something too. Whilst he's focusing his energies on us, he's distracting himself from his own company. Nike found this years ago. 'Hold your friends close and your enemies closer' only goes so far. Nike innovated from the gut - they came up with their own designs that no other 'competitor watching' could have inspired. Whilst our chess competitor is sticking pins in our voodoo doll, he can't innovate on chess set design and better chess suppliers with clarity of mind. More market share for us then.
Our chess retailing aggressor clearly has a poorer business model than us if he has to resort to this kind of behaviour. Why doesn't he work on his own business and compete in an ethical way rather than the threatening and abusive emails he regularly sends? If he believes we are taking his chess sets market - then why not work on improving his such that customers see a better business? Is this really so difficult? Perhaps he should be working another type of business. Or working for continuous improvement. Harassing the competition in some mafia style suggests a bullying manner that would be better channelled elsewhere.
'Theft' of intellectual property rights (chess photography, chess product names, chess product descriptions...)- whether yielding any advantage or not - is just that -
How to Transform an Entrepreneur Into a Franchisee
IntroductionTell me what is wrong with this sentence: Franchising provides the opportunity for entrepreneurship. It is grammatically correct and “entrepreneurship” is a “real” word; so, where is the error? It is in the logic of the statement. Being a franchisee and being an entrepreneur are not one of the same.An entrepreneur embraces the total risk of creating an idea, generating the revenue to get started, and implementing their know-how in order to make their business work. Becoming a franchisee is a bit different. Most of the autonomy has already been completed in the process and the business franchisee maintains the processes and vision started by the franchise.Either business venture can be lucrative, but they should not be co
has to resort to this kind of behaviour. Why doesn't he work on his own business and compete in an ethical way rather than the threatening and abusive emails he regularly sends? If he believes we are taking his chess sets market - then why not work on improving his such that customers see a better business? Is this really so difficult? Perhaps he should be working another type of business. Or working for continuous improvement. Harassing the competition in some mafia style suggests a bullying manner that would be better channelled elsewhere.
IntroductionTell me what is wrong with this sentence: Franchising provides the opportunity for entrepreneurship. It is grammatically correct and “entrepreneurship” is a “real” word; so, where is the error? It is in the logic of the statement. Being a franchisee and being an entrepreneur are not one of the same.An entrepreneur embraces the total risk of creating an idea, generating the revenue to get started, and implementing their know-how in order to make their business work. Becoming a franchisee is a bit different. Most of the autonomy has already been completed in the process and the business franchisee maintains the processes and vision started by the franchise.Either business venture can be lucrative, but they should not be co
'Theft' of intellectual property rights (chess photography, chess product names, chess product descriptions...)- whether yielding any advantage or not - is just that - theft. The plain fact is that such illegal use of property rights may well confuse customers and lead to the wrong conclusion - that the cheaper chess set product is the same as the original site - what a great find? In the world of chess sets, most families will be truly defrauded as they unknowingly have a defective or inferior product at the expense of our company. They are unlikely to compare the product with another and so may never know the quality chess set they could have had. Sometimes, therefore, legal action is required in order to establish the bounds of unethical behaviour. Action can be threatened against the site hosts and against the aggressor company itself. Often a lawyer's letter may suffice, but may be seen as 'bluff'. So real court action may be required to bring the matter to a conclusion. Taking this course of action amidst physical threats is something demanding courage, especially when the chess aggressor's last name has a distinctly Sicilian ring to it. But the only other option may be to be bullied. As in the school playground, bullies have to be stood up to even when a bloody nose is the result.
It has to be remembered that bad publicity is still publicity. Mentioning the aggressor may only serve to send potential customers scurrying over to the site to see his side of events, and his chess sets. We did wonder whether to post the emails sent to us on the site - but the use of bad language is so bad that many filters would block our site. We have resorted to posting a notice of inferior chess set copies being available with language that communicates our ethical stance on such matters. Each overlapping product has a notice attached. This is by no means ideal - but it's better than nothing. (Suggestions welcome...)
The new world is here. Online retailing and competition is a fact of life. Competition is good for consumers and good for business improvement. But as in the schoolground and in the High Street/Mall there are aggressive unethical bullies online too. Actions can be taken to offset the aggression, evasive tactics can be used with some success, but the end game may involve taking hooligans to the law to stop the murky activities affecting the sanity of our lives and helping us have societies with admirable qualities we all look up to.
HTTP = HTML link (for blogs, profiles,phorums):
<a href="http://www.added4u.com/article/18996/added4u-Chess-Sets-Online-Retailing--Dealing-with-Aggressive-Unethical-Competition.html">Chess Sets Online Retailing - Dealing with Aggressive Unethical Competition</a>
BB link (for phorums):
[url=http://www.added4u.com/article/18996/added4u-Chess-Sets-Online-Retailing--Dealing-with-Aggressive-Unethical-Competition.html]Chess Sets Online Retailing - Dealing with Aggressive Unethical Competition[/url]
Related Articles:
Company Letter Head Designs Top 4 Worst Mistakes: Don't Be Caught Making These!
Take Ownership of Your Job Search
Bookmark it:
|