Small Business Season Begins
It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year -- Small Business SeasonNovember 1st - December 31st , 2024 What does nearly every feel-good holiday movie have in common? A small business owner, of course! And that’s because there’s something magical about following your dreams and being part of a community. If you think back to some of your most cherished holiday memories, they probably revolve around your favorite winter activity, meeting up with loved ones at a beloved restaurant, drinking a decadent hot
How to Get Unstuck in Your Small Business
How to Get Unstuck in Your Small Business If you’re a business owner or feel responsible for a business (regardless of your actual job title), it’s not unusual to feel stuck. No, I’m not talking about the golden handcuff-kind-of-stuck where because of the cost of living, you can’t get off the work treadmill. I’m talking about feeling stuck from a mental perspective—completely uninspired. Like the business version of writer’s block, when you’re stuck, you’re not feeling creative, and your business
Fast - Track Trust: How to Win Customers Quickly
Fast-Track Trust: How to Win Customers Quickly Trust is the cornerstone of customer relationships, driving sales and fostering loyalty. Yet, building that trust swiftly, especially in a competitive landscape filled with countless options for consumers, can be hard. Establishing credibility and rapport takes time and effort. (It’s the one thing you can’t buy at Costco.) But strategic actions can accelerate trust building. By focusing on transparency, communication, and consistently exceeding
The Time-Crunched Business Owner's Guide to Maximizing Your Chamber Membership ROI
The Time-Crunched Business Owner's Guide to Maximizing Your Chamber Membership ROI Hey there, busy members! We see you. You're juggling inventory, payroll, marketing... the list never ends. And we keep sending emails about events you don’t have time to attend, right? While these events can be incredible opportunities to learn and grow professionally, we understand that “getting together” isn’t in everybody’s calendar. But that doesn’t mean you can’t get solid return on investment when it
Create a Loyal Following with a Facebook Group for Your Business
Create a Loyal Following with a Facebook Group for Your Business Beginning marketers often think a Facebook group is an ideal way to bring their target market together. And while we’re not discounting the truth behind that, most novice businesses make a critical mistake when creating a Facebook group for the first time. Their mistake negatively impacts their ability to engage their target market. And it’s such a common mistake that it needs to be addressed before we give you suggestions on engaging
Mastering the Art of Business Growth: 9 Proven Steps to Success
Business growth is not just an objective — it's a crucial element for long-term success. Growing your business means more revenue, larger market share, and ideally, a more secure future. This article offers insight on the important steps to take in order to guide your business’s growth effectively. Dive into Diversification One effective way to grow your business is by diversifying your product or service offerings. This expands your customer base and provides multiple streams of income
