Category Archives: Thriving in a Weak Economy

Two World Class Speakers to Address Vistage Members and Guests

June 5, 2013 Vistage Arizona All Member Meeting in Phoenix On June 5 close to 250 Vistage members and guests will gather in Phoenix for our annual All State Meeting. If you are lucky enough to be a Vistage member … Continue reading

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ECONOMIC OPTIMISM SURGES IN Q4 VISTAGE CEO CONFIDENCE INDEX SURVEY

CEOs believe that in three years, U.S. will be the world’s most improved economy SAN DIEGO, JANUARY 4, 2012 — After precipitous declines during the prior two quarters, CEO confidence bounced back at year’s end with the largest quarterly gain … Continue reading

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2012 To Be a Recovery Year, Recession Possible in 2014

“2012 is going to be a recovery year … and it’s going be a year of economic expansion in the U.S.,” states Alan Beaulieu, the CEO of the Institute for Trend Research (ITR). Alan and brother Brian Beaulieu, the President … Continue reading

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12 Trends That Will Define Business in the New Normal

From Vistage Village, Thanks to Editor Paul Diamond Introduction “Business as usual” is undergoing a transformation brought on by changing consumer tastes and dramatic economic pressures. Companies now have to find new ways to appeal to consumers scarred by the … Continue reading

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Looking Into 2012: Five Strategies for Uncertain Times

by Michael Canic, PhD The economy remains weak and uncertain. Glimmers of hope and clouds of despair alternately give way to each other. So with 2012 just around the corner where are the strategic opportunities? 1.  Customers: Know their hearts … Continue reading

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Action Items for Business Owners to Take in the Midst of Volatility

In a  recent Podcast with Vistage International Speaker and Institute for Trend Research Economist Alan Beaulieu, Alan lays out three action items for business owners to take in the midst of the current volatility and uncertainty. Watch out for employee … Continue reading

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