One of the biggest challenges to consistent social media use, and by extension, social media success, is the perception that time spent on social media becomes time lost to distraction or to activity that cannot or does not support the real, practical goals of your business. This is a real fear, …
Strategizing Articles and Interviews (category)
The most successful business owners are always thinking ahead. If you are a new business owner, strategizing about mission statements, corporate culture and business plans are things you would be smart to address early on. More seasoned business owners can benefit from articles on everything from setting client expectations to creating a niche for your small business
Value for Me and Also for Thee
What is the ultimate goal of any business? What is its purpose? Simple questions, right? To make money. Wrong answer. To be profitable? Wrong again. The goal of any business should be to create value. Making money is a short-sighted answer. Focusing on profits also take a short-sighted approach to …
7 Ways to Create a Winning Job Proposal
Whether you are in a service-based profession or you sell products and you’re trying to secure more high-volume clients, creating a solid proposal may be the difference between job feast and famine. And if you’re in a position like me, where your clients generally need you for only limited periods …
Your Bottom Line is Not Your Client’s Problem
The number one misconception service providers and freelancers need to shake For new business owners, pricing presents one of the earliest and greatest challenges. For independently employed service providers, freelancers and consultants who do not sell a tangible product, the financial demands …
Maximizing Profits
Maximizing the profitability of your business starts with a well-developed, value based pricing strategy. This is done by creating, understanding and quantifying the value that your product brings to the market. While pricing is one of the four components of the marketing mix (product, promotion, …
7 Ways to Make Your Web Content More Persuasive
Your website is just one of many tools that you can use to promote your small business, turning potential clients into paying customers. While deciding what domain to use and what graphic designs will speak the loudest to your target market, one other important consideration you need to make is the …
