It happens all too often. An employee who does good work for you – and one you think is happy – gives his or her notice. This is not what you wanted – to lose an employee whose knowledge and work ethic you value. Sometimes, when that happens, you learn that the employee wanted to […]
Author: Asif Choudhury
All companies need a marketing strategy. Whether your company is a small business with a limited budget, or a larger organization with a reputation in the marketplace, a strategy to market to your potential customers is critical. Your strategic marketing plan should effectively communicate the strengths of the company. Your audience needs information on why […]
Whether you’re working for yourself, or supervising multiple employees, managing expectations is a priority in maintaining a healthy and thriving relationship with employees or clients. Most importantly, managing expectations is a matter of communicating thoroughly. Don’t assume that the client will know what to expect or your employee understands the steps to promotion – it’s […]
Your Legacy and Success
As the pandemic spreads throughout the world, it does make us begin to take stock of our present conditions and where we are headed – either personally, professionally or both. It also makes me wonder, and maybe you also, “What kind of legacy am I leaving – not only in my work life but in […]
The Impact of Change
After the events of the past year, you realize that life is changing at a faster rate than ever before. Especially now, as businesses go through the pandemic, consider all the electronic devices and systems that have become integral and essential to our lives. Phone, tablet, computer, social media, digital conversations, audio and video conferences […]
PRINCETON, N.J. — The Construction Financial Management Association (CFMA) announced the election of the 2017-18 executive officers. The executive officer roles are the highest-ranking volunteer positions within the organization, responsible for representing the interests of more 7,800 members across North America. Read more on the organization’s elected officers here.
Construction Labor Status in 2017
Read more about what’s expected to happen with the availability of Construction Labor in 2017. See the Bloomberg BNA interview with Asif Choudhury of Bahar Consulting here. Asif Choudhury is also the national secretary for the Construction Financial Management Association, based in Princeton, N.J.
It’s true. We can’t force action. We can’t force change. So how do we get anywhere with our clients? As we grew up, and maybe now sometimes with our own children, we heard statements such as “Do as I say!” But in truth, we know that unless a process is truly understood, and practiced, we […]
Depending upon the size of your company, we design a custom plan for you.We first talk with the owner to determine the status of the company. We create an awareness of what needs to be addressed – and then we set priorities based on discussions with you. Depending on the scope of the project, we […]
Our Business Coach Questions
In the process, our inquiries can include the following: What do your hiring practices look like? Do you know how to hire an employee that will be a long-time productive asset to your company? At the same time, do you know how to properly fire an employee? How do some of the normal processes within […]