Two hundred million years ago, our mammal ancestors developed a new brain feature: the neocortex. This stamp-sized piece of tissue (wrapped around a brain the size of a walnut) is the key to what humanity has become. Now, futurist Ray Kurzweil suggests, we should get ready for the next big leap in brain power, as we tap into the computing power in the cloud.

Think about it.  More and more everything we do isn’t just going online, it’s going mobile.  When you think about what you do, read, check, or execute online compared to five years, heck even 2 years ago, it’s baffling. To that end, do you need a mobile application for your partner program?  The answer is […]The post 5 Reasons you Need a Mobile App for your Partners appeared first on Channel Maven Consulting.

Your reputation may depend on managing your exit well.

You can’t really innovate without bending the rules.

Risk-reward pricing — the name alone implies the potential for loss. 
Companies don’t want to take risks without a good chance of profit, and clients are often averse to risk-reward structures because they view them as win-lose scenarios. But this pricing model is less of a gamble than it seems. 
When implemented wisely, it can result in a big payoff for everyone involved. The beauty is in its execution. A true risk-reward model aligns the interests of the professional and the client while enabling true financial accountability. And that’s a win-win.