Welcome to the Compass BusinessClass e-newsletter
This newsletter is designed to give you easy access to a wide range of useful information that can help your business grow and succeed. If you have any suggestions or ideas about how we can improve this e-publication, or if you have specific topics you would like to see explored in the newsletter, please email us at businessclass@compassbank.com.

Debt Financing
Learn important details about debt financing and how it can benefit your business. Topics include selecting a lender, common types of bank loans, direct and indirect costs, what banks look for, asset-based financing, leasing, trade credit, and life insurance companies.

Training New Employees
In most businesses, a high-quality, well-trained workforce is essential to success. This insightful article offers important employee training tips and includes lists of books and other resources that can help improve and enhance your company’s training programs and outcomes.

Mobile Communications: Part 1
In today’s business environment, staying connected and in touch at all times is essential. But when it comes to communication technology, the choices and options can be confusing, at best. This article — the first in a series about mobile communications — explores the different types of equipment and access locations available to today’s mobile professional.

Marketing, Advertising & Public Relations
Regardless of what type of business you’re in, how you communicate with existing and prospective customers is critical. This extensive article includes important details and information about how to craft and execute smart, successful and impactful communication strategies.

Managing Your Company’s Reputation
Protecting your company’s name and reputation can be one of the most challenging tasks facing senior management. Just ask the chiefs at Arthur Anderson and Dell. In this thoughtful article, you’ll gain insight into the daily management of risk and threats to one of your company’s most valuable assets.

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Birmingham, AL 35233
Phone: 205-297-3305
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Opinions expressed are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the opinions of Compass Bank.

July 2007

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