Tag: Leadership

February 26, 2015

Cydcor’s Guide on Communicating More Clearly

Having clear and excellent communication skills is crucial for any business professional. A person must be able to articulate exactly what they mean if they want work to get done correctly. You may think you have a genius idea, but if you can’t articulate it well, it will be difficult for your team to jump aboard. Communicating clearly can make all facets of business a little easier. Here are a few tips to regularly communicate more concisely: Brainstorm the Idea […]

February 19, 2015

Cydcor Reviews ‘Taking People With You’

The following is a review by a Cydcor employee of Taking People With You by David Novak: About Taking People With You: How to build an inspired and productive team of people is what this book is all about. David Novak, CEO of Yum! Brands learned long ago that you couldn’t lead a great organization of any size without getting people enthusiastic and focused on the mission and success of the company they work for. Novak has proved himself a […]

February 13, 2015

Cydcor Reviews ‘Power Listening’

Here is Cydcor’s review of ‘Power Listening’ by Bernard Ferrari! About Power Listening: Nothing causes bad decisions in organizations as often as poor listening skills. But Bernard Ferrari, adviser to some of the nation’s most influential executives, believes that such missteps can be avoided and that the skills and habits of good listening can be developed and mastered. He offers a step-by-step process that will help readers become active listeners that are able to shape and focus any conversation. Why […]

February 5, 2015

Cydcor Reviews ‘How Will You Measure Your Life?’

The following is a review by a Cydcor employee of How Will You Measure Your Life? by Clayton Christensen! About How Will You Measure Your Life? From the world’s leading thinker on innovation and New York Times bestselling author of The Innovator’s Dilemma, Clayton Christensen, comes an unconventional book of inspiration and wisdom for achieving a fulfilling life. Christensen’s The Innovator’s Dilemma, notably the only business book that Apple’s Steve Jobs said “deeply influenced” him, is widely recognized as one […]

February 4, 2015

“Keys to Success” 2015 Selfie Contests from Cydcor

Cydcor is happy to announce two selfie contests that will be held during our next big event, Keys to Success 2015 in Dallas, TX! ICL owners attending the event will have the opportunity to submit a selfie on Instagram or Facebook using the hashtag #KTS2015. Entries will automatically be entered into a drawing for $100 cash! Cydcor invites all attending ICL owners to enter the contest. If a group photo is picked as a winner, the ICL owner who posts […]

January 14, 2015

Lessons on Leadership from Musicians

Musical leaders are responsive and energetic, always aware of changes in their own industry, adapting accordingly, and knowing what their audience understands and expects from them. There are a great many things one can take away from the stage into an office workplace. Adapt An old adage reads, “a smooth sea never made a skilled sailor.” Musicians often have to respond to surprises and adversity, since music like freestyle and jazz is all about how you react and adapt. Making […]

December 19, 2014

Cydcor Reviews ‘Lean In’

Cydcor Reviews has recently reviewed Lean In: Women, Work And the Will to Lead By Sheryl Sandberg With Nell Scovell: About Lean In: Author Sheryl Sandberg is the chief operating officer of Facebook and is ranked on Fortune’s list of the 50 Most Power Women in Business. She was also recognized as one of Time’s 100 Most Influential People in the World—no small task. It’s safe to say, Sandberg knows the world of business, and offers a unique perspective for […]

December 18, 2014

Leadership Experts Share Their Best Leadership Tips

Great businessmen and women know how to lead, inspire, and motivate their team—and more importantly, they know when to seek advice. No one has all the answers, and the best leadership experts agree that they’ve honed their skills through experience, advice and mentorships with others in the biz. So what do top experts say about leadership? Michael Talve, the Founder and Managing Director of The Expert Institute: “My best leadership tip is to think of leadership as a responsibility as […]

November 28, 2014

The Importance of Customer Loyalty

“On average, loyal customers are worth up to 10 times as much as their first purchase.” – White House Office of Consumer Affairs In 2011, American Express conducted a survey of their customers, which revealed that 3 out of 5 customers are willing to walk away from their favorite brand if they received poor customer service. Many entrepreneurs and businesspeople struggle with various aspects of customer service, but it’s clear that customer service can certainly make or break a business. […]

August 21, 2014

Top Tips for a Winning Sales Presentation

We are Cydcor, the recognized leader in outsourced sales services. An effective sales presentation is more than show-and-tell. You need to be strategic about how you present and illustrate an understanding of your client’s needs and wants. You also need to analyze the possible competition that client might be speaking to. It’s vital you have a clear pitch to present that demonstrates why your service or product is better, and why it is in the best interest of the customer […]