Copyright (c) 2009 Yahoo! Inc. All rights reserved.http://finance.yahoo.com/expert/archive/companyknow/ram-charan/1What Every Company Should Knowen-ushttp://us.news2.yimg.com/us.yimg.com/p/fi/pr/40197.gifhttp://finance.yahoo.com14417Thu, 7 Jun 2007 07:00:45 Etc/GMThttp://us.rd.yahoo.com/finance/allnews/smallbiz/rss/*http://finance.yahoo.com/expert/article/companyknow/35703A key part of business acumen is reminding yourself of the fundamentals of making money. Here's a refresher course.yahoo_finance/blogs/35703Thu, 7 Jun 2007 07:00:45 Etc/GMThttp://us.rd.yahoo.com/finance/allnews/smallbiz/rss/*http://finance.yahoo.com/expert/article/companyknow/33873A deep need to be liked can be a deficit for executives. Find out how to overcome emotions to lead more effectively.yahoo_finance/blogs/33873Thu, 24 May 2007 07:00:58 Etc/GMThttp://us.rd.yahoo.com/finance/allnews/smallbiz/rss/*http://finance.yahoo.com/expert/article/companyknow/31627As a leader, you'll reposition a business at least four times in your career. Learn how to prepare for the challenge.yahoo_finance/blogs/31627Thu, 10 May 2007 07:00:33 Etc/GMThttp://us.rd.yahoo.com/finance/allnews/smallbiz/rss/*http://finance.yahoo.com/expert/article/companyknow/30421An ongoing scan of the business landscape reveals opportunities and threats. Here’s how to spot them before others do.yahoo_finance/blogs/30421Thu, 26 Apr 2007 07:00:47 Etc/GMThttp://us.rd.yahoo.com/finance/allnews/smallbiz/rss/*http://finance.yahoo.com/expert/article/companyknow/29003Goals mean little without a clear, focused means of achieving them. That's what makes setting priorities so important.yahoo_finance/blogs/29003Thu, 12 Apr 2007 07:00:49 Etc/GMThttp://us.rd.yahoo.com/finance/allnews/smallbiz/rss/*http://finance.yahoo.com/expert/article/companyknow/27681In business, responding fairly to consumer groups and other outside constituencies requires specific know-how.yahoo_finance/blogs/27681Thu, 29 Mar 2007 07:00:32 Etc/GMThttp://us.rd.yahoo.com/finance/allnews/smallbiz/rss/*http://finance.yahoo.com/expert/article/companyknow/26523Setting effective business goals is tricky. Here are some ways to ensure that you do so with foresight and flexibility.yahoo_finance/blogs/26523Thu, 15 Mar 2007 07:00:13 Etc/GMThttp://us.rd.yahoo.com/finance/allnews/smallbiz/rss/*http://finance.yahoo.com/expert/article/companyknow/25417Shaping how your team members interact and work with -- or against -- you and each other is a true test of leadership.yahoo_finance/blogs/25417Thu, 1 Mar 2007 07:00:13 Etc/GMThttp://us.rd.yahoo.com/finance/allnews/smallbiz/rss/*http://finance.yahoo.com/expert/article/companyknow/24331Leaders do most of their leading in meetings. Find out how to ensure that yours aren't a waste of everyone's time.yahoo_finance/blogs/24331Thu, 15 Feb 2007 07:00:46 Etc/GMThttp://us.rd.yahoo.com/finance/allnews/smallbiz/rss/*http://finance.yahoo.com/expert/article/companyknow/23310Assessing people is essential to leadership, so making the right calls is as good for you as it is for your employees.yahoo_finance/blogs/23310Thu, 1 Feb 2007 07:00:34 Etc/GMThttp://us.rd.yahoo.com/finance/allnews/smallbiz/rss/*http://finance.yahoo.com/expert/article/companyknow/21406In order to build your business leadership know-how, you have to think about how you think, not just what you think.yahoo_finance/blogs/21406Thu, 18 Jan 2007 07:00:06 Etc/GMThttp://us.rd.yahoo.com/finance/allnews/smallbiz/rss/*http://finance.yahoo.com/expert/article/companyknow/19125True business leaders have know-how as well as personality. Learn the eight keys to genuine business leadership.yahoo_finance/blogs/19125Thu, 4 Jan 2007 07:00:35 Etc/GMThttp://us.rd.yahoo.com/finance/allnews/smallbiz/rss/*http://finance.yahoo.com/expert/article/companyknow/18566Not everyone can run a business. Find out why personality traits are unreliable indicators of genuine leadership.yahoo_finance/blogs/18566Thu, 21 Dec 2006 07:00:23 Etc/GMThttp://us.rd.yahoo.com/finance/allnews/smallbiz/rss/*http://finance.yahoo.com/expert/article/companyknow/16965Today’s best business leaders focus on substance rather than image. Find out why the philosophy of these often unsung heroes makes good business sense.yahoo_finance/blogs/16965Thu, 7 Dec 2006 07:00:41 Etc/GMThttp://us.rd.yahoo.com/finance/allnews/smallbiz/rss/*http://finance.yahoo.com/expert/article/companyknow/14492Treating employees like human beings with intrinsic value is the best way to motivate them. Find out how nurturing people is a win-win situation.yahoo_finance/blogs/14492Thu, 23 Nov 2006 07:00:19 Etc/GMThttp://us.rd.yahoo.com/finance/allnews/smallbiz/rss/*http://finance.yahoo.com/expert/article/companyknow/11896If you exceed your goals in your job and still aren’t being recognized, it may be time to move on. Find out how to know when it’s time to go.yahoo_finance/blogs/11896Thu, 9 Nov 2006 07:00:00 Etc/GMThttp://us.rd.yahoo.com/finance/allnews/smallbiz/rss/*http://finance.yahoo.com/expert/article/companyknow/11317Most leaders wouldn’t be where they are today without a chance to grow. Learn how to take risks on people to let their leadership talent expand.yahoo_finance/blogs/11317Thu, 26 Oct 2006 07:00:00 Etc/GMThttp://us.rd.yahoo.com/finance/allnews/smallbiz/rss/*http://finance.yahoo.com/expert/article/companyknow/10765The future -- and the present -- belongs to those who are comfortable taking chances. Find out how to recognize and take the business risks that will pay off.yahoo_finance/blogs/10765Thu, 12 Oct 2006 07:00:00 Etc/GMThttp://us.rd.yahoo.com/finance/allnews/smallbiz/rss/*http://finance.yahoo.com/expert/article/companyknow/10107Is your business struggling to achieve growth? Find out how scoring small victories instead of big ones may bring it within reach.yahoo_finance/blogs/10107Thu, 28 Sep 2006 07:00:00 Etc/GMThttp://us.rd.yahoo.com/finance/allnews/smallbiz/rss/*http://finance.yahoo.com/expert/article/companyknow/9643Making your own luck means preparing yourself for opportunities before they arise. One way to expand your leadership capability is to practice being a leader among your peers.yahoo_finance/blogs/9643Thu, 14 Sep 2006 07:00:00 Etc/GMT