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While recent economic reports and certain trends offer a glimmer of hope for an improved economy on the horizon, most agree that any recovery will likely be slow and modest in the near term. As we continue to dig in and keep forging ahead during these challenging times, I’d like to offer 5 quick tips to possibly assist you in getting 2011 off to a great start. While there are certainly a variety of other factors and strategies to consider, it’s my sincere hope that these 5 areas will prove beneficial.

1. Strive For Excellence – a tough economy generally translates into more competition going after a smaller pool of opportunities. To give yourself the best possible chance for success in an increasingly competitive environment you must strive to be the very best in your chosen field or industry. Doing just enough simply isn’t enough. Go the extra mile. Doing just enough will leave you on the outside looking in. Those individuals and organizations that push themselves to higher levels of achievement, higher levels of customer service, and higher performance standards will have a distinct advantage over their competitors.

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Author: Darrin Redus