I work hard to establish my reputation in the community as relationships begin with knowledge, trusting and liking people not only on a social level but
on a business level as well.»
The camaraderie from these events connects our agents
on a business level as well as a community level, while they share information that creates sales for our clients.
Not exact matches
This is especially important for small
businesses as relationships
on a social and casual
level can be converted -LSB-...]
I've sort of always looked at myself
as on the same
level as every guy
on my team, in racing and in
business.
This is especially important for small
businesses as relationships
on a social and casual
level can be converted into sales.
As an issue, environmentalism has pervaded our society
on many
levels, from our personal lives to the
business sector.
As the
business landscape is changing more and more rapidly — particularly due to the impact of new tech
on customers expectations and staff behavior — being responsive requires a certain
level of flexibility and vision from your employees.
There is a second test under the legislation that establishes a ratio of wage income and
business income based
on level of capital investment that some industries, such
as doctors, accountants, lawyers, are required to use this second test.
On a deeper
level, Cantu sees Lunar's embrace of the power of the multiple not just
as a better way of doing
business but
as a new chapter in his career.
The story serves
as a lesson
on expectation to leadership and employees at any
level of any
business.
In response to
Business Insider questions about Southwest's use of oxygen masks
on Flight 1380, a company representative said via email: «We aren't ready to engage that
level of detail at this time
as we are focused
on the immediate needs of the NTSB investigation.»
I think in the earlier days of our
business, we definitely thought of Instagram
as just another social media platform, a place where we could connect with people
on a more personal
level.
«The big challenge is that the
level of computer power that one of these things needs is pretty high,» Wilcove says, adding that
as the market evolves, he can imagine a communications app for far - flung
business meetings «where you're all virtually sitting around the table in different locations with one of these headsets
on, James Bond - style.»
As investigations at the federal and local
levels close in
on White House senior adviser Jared Kushner and the Kushner family
business, Jared's father Charles Kushner has come out of the shadows to defend his family name.
As a
business adds workers, it's important for its owner to spend his time focusing
on higher -
level tasks like meeting with clients and strategizing new projects.
Actual results and the timing of events could differ materially from those anticipated in the forward - looking statements due to these risks and uncertainties
as well
as other factors, which include, without limitation: the uncertain timing of, and risks relating to, the executive search process; risks related to the potential failure of eptinezumab to demonstrate safety and efficacy in clinical testing; Alder's ability to conduct clinical trials and studies of eptinezumab sufficient to achieve a positive completion; the availability of data at the expected times; the clinical, therapeutic and commercial value of eptinezumab; risks and uncertainties related to regulatory application, review and approval processes and Alder's compliance with applicable legal and regulatory requirements; risks and uncertainties relating to the manufacture of eptinezumab; Alder's ability to obtain and protect intellectual property rights, and operate without infringing
on the intellectual property rights of others; the uncertain timing and
level of expenses associated with Alder's development and commercialization activities; the sufficiency of Alder's capital and other resources; market competition; changes in economic and
business conditions; and other factors discussed under the caption «Risk Factors» in Alder's Annual Report
on Form 10 - K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2017, which was filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)
on February 26, 2018, and is available
on the SEC's website at www.sec.gov.
«But, because the
business is so highly regulated
on a state
level and the threat of federal
as well
as state prosecution for violation remains, potential investors will want to take a long, hard look at the operations and the people involved in any investment opportunity.»
Such risks, uncertainties and other factors include, without limitation: (1) the effect of economic conditions in the industries and markets in which United Technologies and Rockwell Collins operate in the U.S. and globally and any changes therein, including financial market conditions, fluctuations in commodity prices, interest rates and foreign currency exchange rates,
levels of end market demand in construction and in both the commercial and defense segments of the aerospace industry,
levels of air travel, financial condition of commercial airlines, the impact of weather conditions and natural disasters and the financial condition of our customers and suppliers; (2) challenges in the development, production, delivery, support, performance and realization of the anticipated benefits of advanced technologies and new products and services; (3) the scope, nature, impact or timing of acquisition and divestiture or restructuring activity, including the pending acquisition of Rockwell Collins, including among other things integration of acquired
businesses into United Technologies» existing
businesses and realization of synergies and opportunities for growth and innovation; (4) future timing and
levels of indebtedness, including indebtedness expected to be incurred by United Technologies in connection with the pending Rockwell Collins acquisition, and capital spending and research and development spending, including in connection with the pending Rockwell Collins acquisition; (5) future availability of credit and factors that may affect such availability, including credit market conditions and our capital structure; (6) the timing and scope of future repurchases of United Technologies» common stock, which may be suspended at any time due to various factors, including market conditions and the
level of other investing activities and uses of cash, including in connection with the proposed acquisition of Rockwell; (7) delays and disruption in delivery of materials and services from suppliers; (8) company and customer - directed cost reduction efforts and restructuring costs and savings and other consequences thereof; (9) new
business and investment opportunities; (10) our ability to realize the intended benefits of organizational changes; (11) the anticipated benefits of diversification and balance of operations across product lines, regions and industries; (12) the outcome of legal proceedings, investigations and other contingencies; (13) pension plan assumptions and future contributions; (14) the impact of the negotiation of collective bargaining agreements and labor disputes; (15) the effect of changes in political conditions in the U.S. and other countries in which United Technologies and Rockwell Collins operate, including the effect of changes in U.S. trade policies or the U.K.'s pending withdrawal from the EU,
on general market conditions, global trade policies and currency exchange rates in the near term and beyond; (16) the effect of changes in tax (including U.S. tax reform enacted
on December 22, 2017, which is commonly referred to
as the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017), environmental, regulatory (including among other things import / export) and other laws and regulations in the U.S. and other countries in which United Technologies and Rockwell Collins operate; (17) the ability of United Technologies and Rockwell Collins to receive the required regulatory approvals (and the risk that such approvals may result in the imposition of conditions that could adversely affect the combined company or the expected benefits of the merger) and to satisfy the other conditions to the closing of the pending acquisition
on a timely basis or at all; (18) the occurrence of events that may give rise to a right of one or both of United Technologies or Rockwell Collins to terminate the merger agreement, including in circumstances that might require Rockwell Collins to pay a termination fee of $ 695 million to United Technologies or $ 50 million of expense reimbursement; (19) negative effects of the announcement or the completion of the merger
on the market price of United Technologies» and / or Rockwell Collins» common stock and / or
on their respective financial performance; (20) risks related to Rockwell Collins and United Technologies being restricted in their operation of their
businesses while the merger agreement is in effect; (21) risks relating to the value of the United Technologies» shares to be issued in connection with the pending Rockwell acquisition, significant merger costs and / or unknown liabilities; (22) risks associated with third party contracts containing consent and / or other provisions that may be triggered by the Rockwell merger agreement; (23) risks associated with merger - related litigation or appraisal proceedings; and (24) the ability of United Technologies and Rockwell Collins, or the combined company, to retain and hire key personnel.
If we can get all these occupiers who slept in parks for a few months all to start creating cognitive dissidence in their cities and pull off surprise occupations everywhere, then there will be a sort of low -
level rumble of discontent that keeps
on disrupting
business -
as - usual.
When we conduct post-mortems
on why a
business went Chapter 11, or someone was unable to achieve their goals, we are tempted to look at macro reasons such
as the state of the economy, or the
level of competition or even the labor markets.
On a personal
level,
as an entrepreneur, positive delusion will help you to fight self - doubt and, when handled properly, may enable you to consciously or unconsciously do all it takes to build your
business.
The reliance of technology is not only seen
on a consumer
level (just go to an Apple Store and watch people fret over having to part with their iPhone
as it gets repaired), but also required for
businesses to remain competitive.
With more than 20 years of experience in U.S. Hispanic media, Puig served
as VP and General Manager of Spanish Broadcasting Systems prior to joining Univision, where she directed all aspects of sales, marketing, promotions, and
business development
on the local and national
level.
You also must discover things and put
on new lenses once in a while
as you take your
business to the next
level.
Actual results, including with respect to our targets and prospects, could differ materially due to a number of factors, including the risk that we may not obtain sufficient orders to achieve our targeted revenues; price competition in key markets; the risk that we or our channel partners are not able to develop and expand customer bases and accurately anticipate demand from end customers, which can result in increased inventory and reduced orders
as we experience wide fluctuations in supply and demand; the risk that our commercial Lighting Products results will continue to suffer if new issues arise regarding issues related to product quality for this
business; the risk that we may experience production difficulties that preclude us from shipping sufficient quantities to meet customer orders or that result in higher production costs and lower margins; our ability to lower costs; the risk that our results will suffer if we are unable to balance fluctuations in customer demand and capacity, including bringing
on additional capacity
on a timely basis to meet customer demand; the risk that longer manufacturing lead times may cause customers to fulfill their orders with a competitor's products instead; the risk that the economic and political uncertainty caused by the proposed tariffs by the United States
on Chinese goods, and any corresponding Chinese tariffs in response, may negatively impact demand for our products; product mix; risks associated with the ramp - up of production of our new products, and our entry into new
business channels different from those in which we have historically operated; the risk that customers do not maintain their favorable perception of our brand and products, resulting in lower demand for our products; the risk that our products fail to perform or fail to meet customer requirements or expectations, resulting in significant additional costs, including costs associated with warranty returns or the potential recall of our products; ongoing uncertainty in global economic conditions, infrastructure development or customer demand that could negatively affect product demand, collectability of receivables and other related matters
as consumers and
businesses may defer purchases or payments, or default
on payments; risks resulting from the concentration of our
business among few customers, including the risk that customers may reduce or cancel orders or fail to honor purchase commitments; the risk that we are not able to enter into acceptable contractual arrangements with the significant customers of the acquired Infineon RF Power
business or otherwise not fully realize anticipated benefits of the transaction; the risk that retail customers may alter promotional pricing, increase promotion of a competitor's products over our products or reduce their inventory
levels, all of which could negatively affect product demand; the risk that our investments may experience periods of significant stock price volatility causing us to recognize fair value losses
on our investment; the risk posed by managing an increasingly complex supply chain that has the ability to supply a sufficient quantity of raw materials, subsystems and finished products with the required specifications and quality; the risk we may be required to record a significant charge to earnings if our goodwill or amortizable assets become impaired; risks relating to confidential information theft or misuse, including through cyber-attacks or cyber intrusion; our ability to complete development and commercialization of products under development, such
as our pipeline of Wolfspeed products, improved LED chips, LED components, and LED lighting products risks related to our multi-year warranty periods for LED lighting products; risks associated with acquisitions, divestitures, joint ventures or investments generally; the rapid development of new technology and competing products that may impair demand or render our products obsolete; the potential lack of customer acceptance for our products; risks associated with ongoing litigation; and other factors discussed in our filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), including our report
on Form 10 - K for the fiscal year ended June 25, 2017, and subsequent reports filed with the SEC.
Our Members are successful individuals who have committed to working with other
business leaders and our Group Leaders to develop action plans for improving their success
on all
levels — in their
businesses,
as well
as in their personal and family lives.
Aside from functioning
as a convenient marketing tool, a craft show gives customers a chance to see products firsthand and connect with the
business on a more personal
level.
After they deduct all
business expenses, such
as salaries, fringe benefits, and interest payments, C corporations pay a tax
on their profits at the corporate
level.
Snap has been selling CEO Evan Spiegel
as a visionary in its meetings with investors, focusing
on its advertising
business and high engagement
levels with young users in wealthy regions.
As well, Armstrong's ability to hold
on to his fortune no matter what suggests a certain
level of
business savvy.
After the C corporation deducts all
business expenses, such
as salaries, fringe benefits, and interest payments, it pays a tax
on its profits at the corporate
level.
Munchery, an
on - demand meal delivery service, opted for W2 employees because of the
level of personalization it can add to the
business as well.
In particular,
as disclosed in filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, Amarin's ability to effectively develop and commercialize Vascepa will depend in part
on its ability to continue to effectively finance its
business, efforts of third parties, its ability to create market demand for Vascepa through education, marketing and sales activities, to achieve increased market acceptance of Vascepa, to receive adequate
levels of reimbursement from third - party payers, to develop and maintain a consistent source of commercial supply at a competitive price, to comply with legal and regulatory requirements in connection with the sale and promotion of Vascepa and to maintain patent protection for Vascepa.
The more your customers view your team members
as friends or relatable people that they'd like to go and have a beer with, the easier it is for them to connect with your
business on a deeper
level.
The DOL's former head of wage enforcement, David Weil, recently suggested that weighing whether gig economy workers should be classified
as employees or independent contractors is not so different than making the same determination for workers at brick - and - mortar
businesses.84 Existing legal tests to determine whether a worker is an employee or an independent contractor are multifactor, fact - based exercises based
on the
level of control a company exerts over the workers in question.
Branding
on a
business -
level is common, but today branding is becoming just
as important
on a personal
level.
From the constant support you receive
on every
level including guaranteed cleaning contracts, Anago has proven to completely care about your success
as a small
business owner.
On a regional
level, CMIT maintained a presence in
business - focused publications such as the Long Island Business News and the Phoenix Business Journal, among
business - focused publications such
as the Long Island
Business News and the Phoenix Business Journal, among
Business News and the Phoenix
Business Journal, among
Business Journal, among others.
Factors that could cause actual results to differ include general
business and economic conditions and the state of the solar industry; governmental support for the deployment of solar power; future available supplies of high - purity silicon; demand for end - use products by consumers and inventory
levels of such products in the supply chain; changes in demand from significant customers; changes in demand from major markets such
as Japan, the U.S., India and China; changes in customer order patterns; changes in product mix; capacity utilization;
level of competition; pricing pressure and declines in average selling prices; delays in new product introduction; delays in utility - scale project approval process; delays in utility - scale project construction; delays in the completion of project sales; continued success in technological innovations and delivery of products with the features customers demand; shortage in supply of materials or capacity requirements; availability of financing; exchange rate fluctuations; litigation and other risks
as described in the Company's SEC filings, including its annual report
on Form 20 - F filed
on April 27, 2017.
Factors that could cause actual results to differ include general
business and economic conditions and the state of the solar industry; governmental support for the deployment of solar power; future available supplies of high - purity silicon; demand for end - use products by consumers and inventory
levels of such products in the supply chain; changes in demand from significant customers; changes in demand from major markets such
as Japan, the U.S., India and China; changes in customer order patterns; changes in product mix; capacity utilization;
level of competition; pricing pressure and declines in average selling prices; delays in new product introduction; delays in utility - scale project approval process; delays in utility - scale project construction; continued success in technological innovations and delivery of products with the features customers demand; shortage in supply of materials or capacity requirements; availability of financing; exchange rate fluctuations; litigation and other risks
as described in the Company's SEC filings, including its annual report
on Form 20 - F filed
on April 20, 2016.
On a regional
level, CMIT maintained a presence in
business - focused publications such as the Bellevue Business Journal and Fort Worth Business, among
business - focused publications such
as the Bellevue
Business Journal and Fort Worth Business, among
Business Journal and Fort Worth
Business, among
Business, among others.
Such risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to: our ability to achieve our financial, strategic and operational plans or initiatives; our ability to predict and manage medical costs and price effectively and develop and maintain good relationships with physicians, hospitals and other health care providers; the impact of modifications to our operations and processes; our ability to identify potential strategic acquisitions or transactions and realize the expected benefits of such transactions, including with respect to the Merger; the substantial
level of government regulation over our
business and the potential effects of new laws or regulations or changes in existing laws or regulations; the outcome of litigation, regulatory audits, investigations, actions and / or guaranty fund assessments; uncertainties surrounding participation in government - sponsored programs such
as Medicare; the effectiveness and security of our information technology and other
business systems; unfavorable industry, economic or political conditions, including foreign currency movements; acts of war, terrorism, natural disasters or pandemics; our ability to obtain shareholder or regulatory approvals required for the Merger or the requirement to accept conditions that could reduce the anticipated benefits of the Merger
as a condition to obtaining regulatory approvals; a longer time than anticipated to consummate the proposed Merger; problems regarding the successful integration of the
businesses of Express Scripts and Cigna; unexpected costs regarding the proposed Merger; diversion of management's attention from ongoing
business operations and opportunities during the pendency of the Merger; potential litigation associated with the proposed Merger; the ability to retain key personnel; the availability of financing, including relating to the proposed Merger; effects
on the
businesses as a result of uncertainty surrounding the proposed Merger;
as well
as more specific risks and uncertainties discussed in our most recent report
on Form 10 - K and subsequent reports
on Forms 10 - Q and 8 - K available
on the Investor Relations section of www.cigna.com
as well
as on Express Scripts» most recent report
on Form 10 - K and subsequent reports
on Forms 10 - Q and 8 - K available
on the Investor Relations section of www.express-scripts.com.
Factors that could cause actual results to differ include general
business and economic conditions and the state of the solar industry; governmental support for the deployment of solar power; future available supplies of high - purity silicon; demand for end - use products by consumers and inventory
levels of such products in the supply chain; changes in demand from significant customers; changes in demand from major markets such
as Japan, the U.S., India and China; changes in customer order patterns; changes in product mix; capacity utilization;
level of competition; pricing pressure and declines in average selling prices; delays in new product introduction; delays in utility - scale project approval process; delays in utility - scale project construction; cancelation of utility - scale feed - in - tariff contracts in Japan; continued success in technological innovations and delivery of products with the features customers demand; shortage in supply of materials or capacity requirements; availability of financing; exchange rate fluctuations; litigation and other risks
as described in the Company's SEC filings, including its annual report
on Form 20 - F filed
on April 27, 2017.
The inflation target in Australia is defined
on average over the [
business] cycle, which, if taken literally, suggests that it may be interpreted
as a price -
level, rather than an inflation - rate, target.
One last point — I am skeptical
as to whether there is a very close correlation between rates of return
on capital and the
level of
business investment.
When this happens and
as debt
levels rise relative to debt servicing capacity, at some point the major stakeholders — including
businesses, creditors, household savers, workers and so
on — became uncertain enough about how this gap will be allocated that they take steps to protect themselves from this uncertainty.
Part 1: Combined stock repurchases by U.S. public companies have reached record
levels, a Reuters analysis finds, but
as the recent history of such iconic
businesses as Hewlett - Packard and IBM suggests, showering cash
on shareholders may exact a long - term toll.
The Marketing Machine boasts years of experience and expertise working with
business owners, C -
level executives and marketing directors
as an outsourced member of their internal team, enabling TMM to address every project with open communication and a focus
on professionalism.
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As a
business coach, you need to understand your clients
on a deeper
level.
The Index looks at the results of three leading indicators to gauge confidence in the commercial construction industry — backlog
levels, new
business opportunities and revenue forecasts — generating a composite index
on a scale of 0 to 100 that serves
as an indicator of health for the contractor segment
on a quarterly basis.