Tony Darrick Baker » Economy

Are Groupon and Your Employees Sabotaging Your Business?

Tony Darrick Baker — Thu, 18 Aug 2011 03:56:54 +0000

You would think that a big sale that brings in a ton of customers into your store all at once might be something that your employees would look forward to. Unfortunately that’s not always the case. In fact, if you’re not careful, your group coupon promotions could come off as doing more harm to your business than good.

VIDEOS: Got a Case of the Mondays?

Tony Darrick Baker — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 03:30:12 +0000

How was your day today? Was it anything like this? Do you feel like this when you do your nine to five? Are you stressed about the economy, layoffs, recession and life in general? Well what are you going to do about it? Let’s be completely honest… … nothing right? If you’re like me, you [...]

Recession Over Soon Statements are Misleading

Tony Darrick Baker — Tue, 23 Jun 2009 21:15:54 +0000

In my recent press release I am quoted with the following: “It’s unfortunate to emphasize, but if you read past the headlines, the news stories will show additional unemployment, rising gas prices, and rising fears in the future of this economy,” said Baker. “Keep in mind that while economists now say that the recession started [...]