What Are You an Authority On?

Have you ever read an article or an excerpt in a trade magazine or on a web site where someone was referred to as an “authority” on something? I often find that when “communications authority” or “transition authority” is added to a person’s title and other work information, I am more likely to pay attention to what they have to say. I think we can apply this principal to our own home businesses by figuring out what we are an authority on and how we can share that as part of our work. The great thing about being an “authority” … Continue reading

Two Rival Giants Will Appear Together

Apple and Microsoft have long been rival companies in the computing world, almost from the very beginning of the birth of the personal computer. Now in the age of digital media, the fire continues to be fueled. Well, prepare for history, as the two rival giants will make a historic appearance on the same stage. Apple CEO Steve Jobs and Microsoft Chairman Bill Gates will come together for a rare joint appearance at the Wall Street Journal’s D: All Things Digital, an executive conference that will be taking place from May 29 through May 31. Known as D5, the conference … Continue reading