Posts by Carrie Ann Green
CBS Reviews: Much Needed Guidance
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Situation
After experiencing rapid growth, the focus for this Corporate Business Solutions’ client, a fuel storage and delivery system supplier, was on increasing sales and profitability as well as refining operations to support these two goals.
Process
The client likened the consulting experience to when, as a young man, he and his father had purchased an old house to ‘fix up’ and sell. His CBS consultant reminded him of that time. “We first sat down and laid out the plan to achieve our goals, which we have adjusted as needs and obstacles surfaced. Our consultant, like my father, had a …
A Warm Holiday Welcome At Corporate Business Solutions!
Visitors at Corporate Business Solutions are greeted by the twinkling lights of our Christmas tree and fireplace mantle. Shout out to our incredible maintenance team, Tim, Ken and Oscar, for stringing lights, draping garland, as well as assembling the tree and all its decorations. They even wrapped the ‘gifts’ that are displayed underneath!
Tim places the large poinsettia on the lobby coffee table.
Ken and Oscar pose in front of the Christmas tree that they decorated,
wishing a Happy Holiday to all!
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CBS Reviews: No Longer Flying By The Seat Of Our Pants
Situation
Although the company had supplied fencing materials and installation services for over 60 years, the client shared that when Corporate Business Solutions first appeared on the scene, “It was an understatement to say that the business was chaotic.
It reminded me of a feeding frenzy for a pond full of Koi. Every morning, the crews would arrive and circle around our salesmen, trying to find out what they were supposed to do for the day. No one ever knew when a job was going to be scheduled (including the man scheduling them). We were at least six weeks behind …
Making Christmas Bright For A Local Family!
Lynn and Elizabeth bring in gifts to be wrapped!
At Corporate Business Solutions, we’re, once again, participating in the Salvation Army’s ‘Adopt A Family’ program. Elizabeth, first, contacted our Salvation Army, asking to adopt the neediest family that they had available. She then publicized the family’s ‘wish list’ via an email blast, asking for people to give funds or bring items for this family in lieu of exchanging gifts with their coworkers. She also recruited shopping volunteers to take advantage of up-coming ‘Black Friday’ sales.
CBS Reviews: Provided Vision To An Audiology Practice
Situation
The client, the owner of an audiology practice with three locations, who had responded to a phone call from Corporate Business Solutions, wanted an exit strategy as well as “a much needed overhaul. I had managed to grow the business to a $2.5 million level, but then, repeatedly, each year, have been unable to grow beyond that number.”
Process
The client had high expectations and the CBS consultant rose to the challenge. “The cost of the project would dictate that I should expect a superior level of excellence, and a superior level of excellence walked in my door.…
Celebrating Thanksgiving at Corporate Business Solutions
Our Thanksgiving gathering was an all day nibbler’s buffet with crockpots heating up even more entrees to be served after the first round of appetizers disappeared. The spread included BBQ meatballs, cheeseburger dip, taco dip, chicken wings, and cheese & sausage trays, among other tempting choices on display.
Yummy! Andrea reveals her dish!
Joe made his world famous Buffalo Chicken Dip (visit us on Facebook for the recipe)!
Deb made this adorable ‘turkey’ cheeseball centerpiece.
Be sure to save room for dessert!
As we embark upon the holiday season, we’d like to express our gratitude …
CBS Reviews: The Best Money I Ever Spent
Situation
A client with a plumbing and heating company required Corporate Business Solutions’ services to make the business more efficient and profitable.
“When we started, our company was struggling financially and I was at a crossroads on whether or not to continue. Our family has owned this company since 1952 and I couldn’t stand to see it fail. I decided to take the leap of faith to salvage the company, trusting that CBS could improve our bottom line.”
Process
Our CBS consultant “is a true professional at his craft. In a mere four months, he has completely turned this company …
A Fall Treat!
No tricking, just treating, as Tina hands out autumn leaves and bowls of candy to every department at Corporate Business Solutions! Our Halloween candy is ordered from a former client and it is a beloved tradition, which employees look forward to every year!
CBS Reviews: No Ceiling On Success!
Situation
An interior design and sub-contracting firm, specializing in commercial ceiling, wall and floor treatments, hired Corporate Business Solutions for management and operational improvements. “Our company had enjoyed some growth, but we’ve had far too much employee dissatisfaction. Much of this was due to our still operating as a ‘Ma & Pa shop’ in many ways.”
Process
The client expressed, initially, feeling uncertain about what to expect when the two CBS consultants, two strangers, arrived and moved into the company’s conference room. They did not remain strangers. The client was pleased to share “there is a great transformation taking place …
Free Flu Shots For All Employees!
As flu season fast approaches, our workplace is ready with free flu shots, which are offered to all interested employees. It’s a popular benefit. Employees cheerfully line-up and wait their turn!
Heading to our conference room is way more convenient than making a doctor’s appointment or stopping by a wellness clinic to obtain the vaccine. All that is required by employees is to take care of some paperwork (filling in a form asking if we have any allergies, currently have a fever, etc.) and to read a sheet listing all the possible side effects and risks, “which are usually mild …