Gurus of Growth Blog - “Taking your business to a higher level”

It is hard to think about aggressively growing a company during what is arguably the most serious economic downturn in a generation.  Yet, those companies that are well positioned and prepared will not only survive the downturn, but also find a way to grow. If you don’t see your company as one of those that is positioned to grow, then you may need to face the brutal fact that your company might need help.
But, facing the brutal facts isn’t easy. It requires a level of humility that enables you to recognize when you have veered off course. You must be able to admit that it’s time to get help.  Only after you have faced the brutal facts will you be able to recognize the 3 sure signs that your company needs help.

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Is it possible to grow even during difficult times?  Watch the Inside Arizona Business interview and find out.

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Maybe the most significant signal of a change in the US business cycle is Howard Schultz’s return to the role of chief executive of Starbucks after 13 years as chairman. He is expected to carry out an impassioned mission to reinvigorate the “romance and theatre” of coffee-making. Recently, Starbucks stock has declined over fears that they may have run out of room for further significant growth despite that the company posted revenues of $9.4bn in 2007, had double-digit earnings growth and opened more than 2,500 new stores. Clearly, the company is positioning for what lies ahead, and by keeping our eyes trained on this bell weather it is possible that we can learn a lot more than we might expect.

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