As the clock strikes midnight on January 1, small business owners across the globe are filled with renewed hope, setting resolutions to make the coming year their best one yet. However, the unfortunate reality is that many of these aspirations fall by the wayside as the year progresses. The biggest goal killer in business is […]
The Value of Gratitude: A Powerful Tool for Business Owners
Thanksgiving is a time when we gather with friends and family to express gratitude for the many blessings in our lives. As business owners, it’s also a perfect occasion to reflect on the value of gratitude within the context of our professional journeys. Let’s explore how gratitude can be a powerful tool for business owners, […]
6 Easy Ways to Become a Customer-First Small Business
Running or starting a customer-first small business means that you base your business processes on the customer to provide them with an unforgettable (positive) consumer experience. It’s a compelling business growth strategy, even if you practice it in its most basic form. Shifting your business direction toward a consumer-centered culture takes time and money, but […]
The 5 Top Advantages of Brand Marketing
Google. McDonald’s. Visa. Nike. When you hear the names of these companies, a picture automatically forms in your mind. Why? It’s simple. They are killing the brand marketing game. Although your company might not be a billion-dollar empire like those mentioned above, it doesn’t mean you can’t take advantage of brand marketing. If you are […]
6 Creative Ways to Increase Customer Engagement
Regardless of the industry, it’s been widely touted that customer acquisition costs are always higher than customer retention costs. What I’m trying to say is that holding on to your existing customers isn’t just easier, it’s also more economical. Sounds like a good business idea to work on improving customer engagement and loyalty, doesn’t it? […]