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By Jim Edmonson Have you ever watched someone move around their kitchen effortlessly, making meal preparation seem easy? Have you ever tried to complete a simple operation in another kitchen where every move seemed frustrating and inefficient? I have worked in some... by Whittaker Associates | Jun 30, 2007 | Uncategorized
By Dean Whittaker How many times have you heard that it is not what happens in life, but how you react to it that matters? Life can deal us some pretty crummy cards from time to time, but our attitude can make all the difference in the outcome. Where does our attitude... by Whittaker Associates | Jul 30, 2007 | Uncategorized
By Patrick McConahy There are basically two main ways in which economic development organizations can pursue leads. One way is to look for those few companies out there that we classify as “low hanging fruit”. These companies have plans to grow immediately and rapidly... by Whittaker Associates | Jul 30, 2007 | Uncategorized
By Jami Miedema Can you imagine living in a city whose attractions boast “The World,” the 8th World Wonder, and the tallest architectural structure on the globe? For residents in the city of Dubai, UAE, one of the fastest growing cities in the world, this is rapidly... by Whittaker Associates | May 30, 2007 | Uncategorized
By Patrick McConahy Probably one of the biggest challenges a boutique firm faces is the bottom line. Salaries are typically 75 – 90% of the firm’s annual operating cost. Some clever business practices to ensure that a firm of this size stays afloat are a diversified...