Have you ever looked into the eyes of a raging client and found yourself imagining (for just a moment) your fingers around their throat? I mean, let’s just be real for a moment…you and I, fellow business owners…
“Consistency is powerful! Think about it. Consistency measures progress, improves or destroys your reputation and tells the world how to interact with you. This isn’t about perfection or being the best. It’s about being persistent in your actions. Period.”
Are your products and services flying off the shelf? If not, there could be a few reasons why. Everything from market demand, location and yes, pricing, can affect your sales. So how do you know which price is good for what you sell? It all starts with knowing what pricing model works best for you.
We previously discussed how your brand is how you are viewed through the eyes of your client or your market. If this image has been diminished or tarnished and you desire to stay in business, you must now embark on the task of recreating your reputation for your market and the world to see.
If you are a marketing major, you may have a better grasp on exactly what a brand is and is not, but for the average Jane and Joe owning a business, brand is usually synonymous with logo or website.
…Do you have clear goals laid out or do you jump at any opportunity that sounds good?
You finished your degree, you started your business, you have a few certificates…you’ve done well for yourself. Why do you need to continue to self-educate? The world at large is ever changing. Best practices and standards are changing constantly. New laws, new ways to communicate, new technologies and new guides are shifting all the time. Keeping up with these changes are should be a top concern in your business, especially as a small or local business. Appearing to be incompetent can be detrimental to your credibility with your local customer base.
B2BThrive – Helping Your Business Grow!TweetWhile growing your small business you will inevitably encounter times when you must make a decision on whether to spend money or go the DIY route. These can be tough decisions because every business owner wants to be fiscally responsible, earn a profit and grow their business…all while looking just […]
Who wouldn’t want to have complete control over the 24 hours of their day? Whether you’re a morning bird or a night owl, the idea of not having to report to someone to earn your living is a marvelous thought…and one that’s widely misconstrued.
Then get started creating the next stream by capitalizing on something that you have a passion for or that interest you. When you begin making a profit, don’t go buy a new pair of Jordan’s or a Coach purse…though both can be tempting. Instead, take that positive cash flow and pay down debt, save, reinvest, or start a 3rd stream.
