Small Business

A Masterclass in Target Market Identification

Understanding who you’re selling to is not just a part of the game; it’s the whole darn stadium! So, buckle up as we embark on this enlightening journey to discover your business’s soulmate – your ideal customer. 1. The Influencer vs. Decision Maker Dilemma: First things first, let’s tackle the influencer versus decision maker conundrum. […]

Gather the Troops: The Essential Trio for Business Success

In the journey of building a successful business, understanding the roles that form the backbone of your enterprise is crucial. Today, I want to delve into the three key roles that are fundamental to setting any business up for success: The Technician, The Manager, and The Entrepreneur. The Technician: The Doer of Today The Technician […]

The Sunflower in a Rose Garden: The Importance of a Unique Selling Proposition

In a garden full of roses, a sunflower stands out with its unique charm and towering presence. This analogy perfectly illustrates the power of a Unique Selling Proposition (USP) in the business world. Just as the sunflower captures our attention among the roses, a well-crafted USP can make your business stand out in a crowded […]

How Well Do You Know Your Vendors?

The Power of Relationship Building in Business Growth Relationship building stands as a cornerstone for business development. By fostering strong relationships with your vendors and associates, you not only pave the way for new clientele but also amplify your brand’s visibility. It’s essential to recognize that those directly involved in your products and services stand […]

Kick Start Your Marketing

Today I’d like to teach you about the three most important start up marketing tools you need to get and keep new customers. In person: It’s essential you meet with customers/clients in person whenever possible. This shows you respect them and take the time to work with your clients to give personal attention to each […]

Stop Wasting Your Resources!

Today you’re going to learn how to find a target market of potential customers so you aren’t wasting precious resources on blitz marketing. So, the two questions you have to ask yourself are: What do people really want to buy from me? What related products are they already buying? Once you figure this out you […]

Educate Your Customers

Educate them about what, you may be thinking. Well, consider this, many businesses focus solely on attracting new customers, but you NEED to spend a good chunk of your time retaining current and former customers. These are people you already know to be a good sales potential…they’ve already bought from you! Take the time to […]

Lessons I Learned from Paris Hilton

Today we’ll talk about shameless self-promotion. That’s right, I said it! Shameless! After all, we are learning from Paris Hilton here. It’s all about self-promotion! Self-promotion comes in many forms and you can use different tactics to get your name out there. Look at politicians! Talk about self-promotion and in some not so discreet ways, […]