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  • Ask ACE

    Ask ACE: I hear a lot about innovation being the key to success, but how do I do that?

    Matthew Opuda, Northstar Evolution Updated: August 18, 2022

    A contributor from the Association for Consulting Expertise advises a reader who understands the importance of increasing innovation — but isn't sure how to start.

    Matthew Opuda, Northstar Evolution Updated: August 18, 2022
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    How to attract young talent — and save the planet

    Lisa Whited, Workplace Evolutionaries Updated: December 6, 2022

    An organization can create a healthy hybrid workplace by providing connection to purpose and inviting people to consider what best fits their way of working.

    Lisa Whited, Workplace Evolutionaries Updated: December 6, 2022
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    Ask ACE: Scaling yourself from founder to CEO

    Cassie Crosby, Iterata Solutions Updated: August 19, 2022

    A guest columnist from the Association for Consulting Expertise takes on a reader's question about why successful businesses founders do and don't become successful chief executives.

    Cassie Crosby, Iterata Solutions Updated: August 19, 2022
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    Ask ACE: Any suggestions for engaging presentations?

    Bob LaBrie, LaBrie Training and Consulting Updated: July 19, 2022

    A contributor from the Association for Consulting Expertise advises a reader on how and why to turn presentation-giving into storytelling.

    Bob LaBrie, LaBrie Training and Consulting Updated: July 19, 2022
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    Ask ACE: Our best efforts are not getting results

    Donna Brassard, owner of Strategies+ Updated: July 28, 2022

    Donna Brassard, former publisher of Mainebiz and now owner of business consulting firm Strategies+, advises a reader whose sales have hit a plateau. The reader asks a familiar question: "What are we doing wrong?"

    Donna Brassard, owner of Strategies+ Updated: July 28, 2022
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    Ask ACE: How, where and how much should I network?

    Doug Packard, Renaissance Executive Forums and Doug Packard Consulting Updated: May 25, 2022

    A contributing consultant responds to a Mainebiz reader's question about professional networking: how, where and how much.

    Doug Packard, Renaissance Executive Forums and Doug Packard Consulting Updated: May 25, 2022
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    Ask ACE: Are there any leadership training resources in Maine?

    Dana Morris-Jones and John Shorb, the Delphi Group Updated: December 13, 2021

    Two organizational consultants advise a reader on where Maine businesspeople can find help when they want to hone their leadership skills.

    Dana Morris-Jones and John Shorb, the Delphi Group Updated: December 13, 2021
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    Ask ACE: Any advice on joining a coworking space?

    Nicole Ouellette and Carrie Yardley Updated: March 29, 2022

    A coworking expert and a contributing writer offer advice for a reader who's considering the pros and cons of a shared business space.

    Nicole Ouellette and Carrie Yardley Updated: March 29, 2022
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    How to manage a company’s finances during a growth spurt

    Francine Cram, Machias Savings Bank Updated: September 30, 2022

    Rapid growth can require fundamental shifts in the way you do business, and a new approach to financing may be one of those changes. A financial services expert writes about some of the choices to weigh.

    Francine Cram, Machias Savings Bank Updated: September 30, 2022
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    Ask ACE: How much is available through the American Rescue Plan Act for private business?

    Terry Johnson and Carrie Green Yardley Updated: November 1, 2021

    Two leaders from the Association for Consulting Expertise answer a reader's question about the massive federal relief program and the direct funding available to help Maine businesses.

    Terry Johnson and Carrie Green Yardley Updated: November 1, 2021
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    Ask ACE: We have a great marketing strategy ... What are we doing wrong?

    Tom Renehan and Tom Morgan, ACE Updated: February 18, 2022

    Two marketing experts from the Association for Consulting Expertise advise a reader on how marketing can, and cannot, boost sales. It takes more than good marketing to get revenue results.

    Tom Renehan and Tom Morgan, ACE Updated: February 18, 2022
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    Ask ACE: How can digital marketing work for my B2B company?

    Karla Doremus-Tranfield, KDT Business Strategies Updated: February 15, 2022

    A contributor from the Association for Consulting Expertise advises a reader who wonders if digital marketing makes sense for a business-to-business business.

    Karla Doremus-Tranfield, KDT Business Strategies Updated: February 15, 2022
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    Ask ACE: Protecting your digital content amid the perils of piracy

    Priscilla Hansen-Mahoney, Blazing Trails Coaching Updated: March 4, 2022

    A contributor from the Association for Consulting Expertise advises a reader: What do you when your digital content turns out not to be yours?

    Priscilla Hansen-Mahoney, Blazing Trails Coaching Updated: March 4, 2022
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    Ask ACE: How can my business keep up with changing regulations?

    Hillary Lister Updated: March 15, 2022

    A contributor from the Association for Consulting Expertise advises a reader whose business, like many in Maine, must stay current with a daunting number of rules and laws.

    Hillary Lister Updated: March 15, 2022
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    Ask ACE: Focus resources and optimize the likelihood of a successful product launch

    Tove Rasmussen, Partners Creating Growth Updated: August 23, 2021

    An expert from the Association for Consulting Expertise responds to a reader who wants to know: What's the best way of weeding out new product ideas in order to maximize the chance of a successful launch?

    Tove Rasmussen, Partners Creating Growth Updated: August 23, 2021
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    Ask ACE: Why are employees pushing back against returning to the office?

    Lisa Whited, Workplace Transformation Facilitation Updated: June 20, 2022

    A contributing expert from the Association for Consulting Expertise responds to a reader's question about the dilemma employers and employees face when workplaces reopen.

    Lisa Whited, Workplace Transformation Facilitation Updated: June 20, 2022