Dealing with a Vendor's Capabilities
Over the coming weeks we will explain the different parts of a vendor's chart to
determine how to make the most reasoned choices.
Most of the time a business will have established sources of supply for their
product and office needs. Often these choices are made based upon referrals from
other businesses or from friends. Sometimes there may not be a choice. There is
only one source. Usually these recommendations work out reasonably well. If you
are content with your suppliers there is no reason to make a change.
But with the numbers you can know in advance how to deal with a particular
source. You may go along in your usual pattern of ordering without realizing
that you are paying premium prices over what others may pay. You may feel unsure
of your dealings because their promotional pieces do not ring true. With the
numbers you will know. Then you can make a decision as to how you will handle
this particular account. You now have the edge.
The next step in evaluating a Vendor is to determine the capabilities. This part
is determined by the expression number, which is the total of the values of all
the letters in the name of the business. As in so many areas, there is
disagreement among numerologists as to what should be included in the business
name. I find the greatest accuracy by including all the words in the name, but
not the suffixes designating the business form.
By way of example, with the business name "A Friendly Store, Inc." I would
include the A, but not the Inc. in the calculation. Some numerologists would not
calculate the A, and others would include the Inc. Obviously, each of these
forms would give a different result. It is in making this type of determination
that the art of numerology comes into play. The only way to be sure is to test
for accuracy through feedback, After you have done a number of calculations you
will get a feel for what gives you accurate results.
With a name like "The Microsoft Corporation" I would include all three names in
the calculation, because Corporation seems to be an integral part of the name
rather than just a suffix. If you have questions as you are starting out,
calculate all the alternatives and see which one fits the best. Eventually you
will develop the method that consistently works for you.
You will often find that the expression number and the soul urge number (as well
as the other core numbers) are not in agreement. You can have direct conflicts
or a shading of difference. Again, interpretation is necessary. The expression
number is stronger than the soul urge (the total of all the vowels.) So read it
first then consider the modifications necessary to coordinate the soul urge.
The effect of the expression number:
1 This vendor has the ability to bring to you what you want, and will use
creative means to overcome any challenges. It is best to tell this vendor what
you want and to give it a fairly free hand in doing it.
2 You can be sure that this vendor will fulfill your order exactly as you
ordered it. The order may be delayed, but it will be correct. if there is a time
deadline you will need to stay on top of it.
3 Your order may or may not be as you wish it to be, and it may be on time, but
if it is not, there will be a plausible sounding reason. You will be convinced
that it did the best that it could.
4 You can rely upon the honesty and integrity of this vendor. It will get the
job done without your push. It may take a bit longer, because this vendor is
going to do the job its way, even if it makes the job harder. If you deal with
this vendor you will deal on its terms.
5 This is the vendor to use on a cutting edge job. You can expect that this
vendor will know the latest technology. In some instances you need to be wary of
a con job or of excessive hype. Get the promises in writing.
6 If you want good all-around service this is your vendor. The job will be done
responsibly in reasonable time at a fair price.
7 This is the vendor to use when there is a challenging problem with the order.
If anyone can find a solution it will. Be sure that you both understand the
instructions the same. Misunderstandings are not uncommon through no direct
intention.
8. This vendor can be intimidating, and is money oriented. Your dealings will be
straightforward, without mind games. You will get a good job with quality
products. This vendor is jealous of its image and would lose a sale before
marketing an inferior item.
9 Expect outstanding service and accurate fulfillment of your order. This is the
vendor to use if you need to make arrangements. It can be flexible in terms. An
emotional approach can gain you concessions.
You might look at your own business numbers to see how you rate.
Next week we will calculate the personality number, which shows the image that
the vendor wants you to have of it. You will know whether the image is true or a
facade.
© 2003 Daniel R. Hardt
Life Path Numerology Center, Inc.
http://www.lifepathnum.com
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