Joe M. Rife, PhDApr 8, 20203 minCOVID and BeyondEmphasize core blocking and tackling skills to carry through crisis The COVID pandemic affects us all. Our innovative culture instantly...
Joe M. Rife, PhDMar 15, 20204 minRethink Customer Discovery"How many calls should I make?” The question came from a budding entrepreneur testing if her idea is a business. In truth, customer...
Joe M. Rife, PhDFeb 27, 20202 minThe Importance of CommitmentShow real commitment, nothing is more important to business success! Create Excitement Your business concept began with a vision -- make...
Joe M. Rife, PhDFeb 27, 20202 minAnswer the Question AskedMeetings, presentations, pitches, interviews … entrepreneurs constantly interact with their own team members, mentor/advisors,...
Joe M. Rife, PhDFeb 27, 20203 minWhy Your Business Must Solve a ProblemRevenue is the lifeblood of business and customers the source of revenue. Many technology entrepreneurs start their journey “inventing” a...
Joe M. Rife, PhDFeb 27, 20203 minCreate Value with Regular Check-insYou recognize communication as an important founder responsibility but remain concerned with effectively using your time and the time of...
Joe M. Rife, PhDFeb 26, 20202 min Overwhelmed? Manage the Project PortfolioYour team is exceptional and creative but it cannot do everything. Make sure your goals can be achieved with available resources. Think...
Joe M. Rife, PhDFeb 26, 20202 minFind Opportunity in Orphan ProductsWhat is an Orphan Product? Orphan products result when the business case to either continue selling an existing product or add a new...
Joe M. Rife, PhDFeb 26, 20203 minThe IncubatorWhy Get Involved? I built GENEVA Group to help others better structure their business processes and effectively use complex enterprise...