PBFN is constantly working to improve our forum for athletes to focus on life beyond the game. We understand making important life and business decisions are not always an instant process. To help you address those issues and bring new insights into life off the playing field we developed PBFN Connections.
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PBFN Connections - 2005, Vol. V
Introducing the OT 10
On June 25, 2005, OT Magazine will celebrate the best of Our best at the OT 10 Awards in Atlanta. More.... |
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PBFN Connections - 2005, Vol. IV
Is a Franchise for You?
Because of the risk and the amount of work involved in starting a new business, many new and potential small business owners choose franchising as an alternative to starting a new, independent business. More.... |
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PBFN Connections - 2005, Vol. III
Electronic Newsletters for Your Business
One of the best ways to encourage repeat visits to a website is by establishing contact with the site's visitors. How? Offer them interesting content via an electronic newsletter (ezine). Interested in producing an ezine? Find out about cost, functionality and More.... |
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PBFN Connections - 2005, Vol. II
Targeted Resumes – customized for optimal results
Are you in the midst of a job search? Have you been sending out countless resumes with little or no response? Read this issue’s For Your Success for help creating a targeted resume. More.... |
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PBFN Connections - 2005, Vol. I
Making the most of your networking opportunities
Networking isn't about instant gratification - it's about long-term success! Relationships - business and personal - need time to develop. As you gear up for Super Bowl week, learn how to make the most of your networking opportunities! More.... |
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PBFN Connections - 2004, Vol. V
The Financial Factor - Starting and Growing Your Business
These days, the old saying 'It takes money to make money' has never been truer. Whether it's $500 or $50 million, your new start-up will cost you something. But how can you tell what kind of funding is necessary and how much of it you will need? More.... |
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PBFN Connections - 2004, Vol. I
Basics of branding
Business is becoming more and more competitive. And because we are truly operating in a virtual world, your competitors are no longer just the businesses in your neighborhood. Building an effective brand increases customer loyalty and helps push you ahead of your competition – whether they are across the street or across the globe. More.... |
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PBFN Connections - 2003, Vol. V
Job search stalled? Learn how to kick it up a notch!
Have you recently been laid-off? Are you trying to switch careers or enter the job
world for the first time during this rough economy? In this edition, you'll learn how to
revive your job search, get an in-depth look at franchising and meet PBFN
member Bill Griggs. More.... |
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PBFN Connections - 2003, Vol. IV
Assessing the Feasibility of New Business Opportunities
The world is filled with great business opportunities. Spotting the opportunities
is easy. In this edition, learn what upfront work you need to do before diving in.
Also, meet PBFN member Steve Wright. More.... |
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PBFN Connections - 2003, Vol. III
Life Beyond the Game: Making the transition from the
locker room to the boardroom
To succeed at the professional level in any sport typically
requires perseverance, endurance, hard work and discipline.
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PBFN Connections - 2003, Vol. II
Networking 101
The time you spend networking makes it easier for you to call
on potential customers, find a job or get promoted. More.... |
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PBFN Connections - 2003, Vol. I
Growing Your Business: So it’s
time to hire an employee(s)?
It's a nice problem to have: your business has been so successful
that you're ready to hire your first employee... More...
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PBFN Connections - 2002, Vol. VII
The Financial Factor - Starting
and Growing Your Business
These days, the old saying .It takes money to make money’
has never been more true. Whether it's $500 or $50 million,
your new start-up will cost you something. But how can you
tell what kind of funding is necessary and how much of it
you will need? More... |
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PBFN Connections - 2002, Vol. VI
Understanding Franchising
Starting a new business can often be risky. Once you get started,
it takes motivation, perseverance and dedication, among a
host of other business and management skills. More... |
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PBFN Connections - 2002, Vol. V
Entrepreneur: Is it in You?
An entrepreneur is "one who organizes and manages
a business undertaking and assumes financial risk." Find
out if you have what it takes. More... |
