The Better Bottom Line

"The expert members of the National Speakers Association of Michigan have compiled a thought-provoking anthology of articles on the basics of good business building. Focused and designed to challenge your thinking, increase your knowledge, and hasten your success, this book needs to be on your bookshelf." --Chris Clarke Epstein, in the Foreword, p. 1.

Robert Bradford has significant experience in strategic planning, management, and business consulting. Co-author of "Simplified Strategic Planning," Robert brings keen executive insights to life with incredible energy derived from his real world experience.Doug Freeland is an author, speaker, and facilitator who provides methodologies for including motivation and productivity into a company's strategic plan.Leonard F. Charla is an attorney, publisher, and educator. He brings skills from owning and operating a number of small businesses to the discussion of possible forms a small business might take.MIchael Scott Karpovic is a Certified Speaking Professional who speaks on leadership, wellness, avoiding burnout, and mental health.Laurie Brown is a nationally-known trainer and consultant, who provides training on sales skills, branding, and diversity.Marilyn Suttle is a communications professional and columnist. She speaks to organizations on improving relationships in all areas of life.Richard Paul is an award-winning speaker and ventriloquist. His "Duck Sense" audio book is a stress reduction program that unlocks the secrets of conquering fear, and shows how to work through conflict for positive change.Geraldine Markel, Ph.D. is an educational psychologist specializing in enhancing performance by applying principles derived from behavioral research. Her client list includes many large organizations such as Pfizer, Ford Motor, and Domino's Pizza.Shawne Duperon is an international television personality who produces specialty programming for clients such as the Science Museum in London, PBS, and the Ford Motor Company. She appears frequently on the History Channel, ABCnews.com, and Alexander Haig's "World Business Review." Donna Marie is a consultant who conducts learning forums on adjustment to change and letting go of negatives, with emphasis on transformation of perceptions and assumptions.John Tenza is a sales trainer with more than 20 years' experience. He is a celebrated "Question-Master" on how to use better questions to enhance business and life experience.