---
title: "More from the notebook"
url: https://donsaracen.com/blog/page/2/
description: "Earlier stories and business observations from Don Saracen."
published: 2014-06-23
updated: 2014-06-23
---

# More from the notebook

Published 2014-06-23

Earlier pages

Business stories

## [Donut Wars!](https://donsaracen.com/donut-wars/)

A New England business story about Krispy Kreme, Dunkin' Donuts, and the cost of underestimating the competition.

Taking action

## [MENTORS MAKE THE DIFFERENCE](https://donsaracen.com/mentors-make-the-difference/)

Why candid feedback, objectivity, and a trusted sounding board can change a professional's next move.

Taking action

## [Taking the Next Step](https://donsaracen.com/taking-the-next-step/)

Ideas become useful when someone takes responsibility, sets a timeline, and turns intention into execution.

Taking action

## [Your Next Move](https://donsaracen.com/your-next-move/)

A sales story about change, research, relationships, and finding opportunity when a major account shifts.