Ecommerce and the Courier Business Rising at Astonishing Rates
From Black Friday in the west to Singles Day in the east and let us not forget Cyber Monday, the manifestation of ecommerce within modern society is one that cannot be ignored. Some of the largest corporations in the world Alibaba, Amazon and eBay owe their staggering success to the internet and our addiction to…
Read MoreWhat to Expect Your First Few Months of Owning a Travel Franchise
Booking a trip has become both easier and vastly more complicated because of the internet. While most people have no problem navigating websites and flight schedules, they face literally millions of options when they run a simple Google search. This barrage of information can leave a lot of doubt as far as finding the best…
Read More4 Ways the Gig Economy Can Help a Startup
In today’s business world, the gig economy combined with the unique startup company model are overhauling the traditional 9-5 job experience that most workers have grown accustomed to. Together, this is creating a new norm that allows for more freedom and flexibility in the workplace. There are many parallels between the gig economy and startups—both…
Read More4 Reliable Financing Tips for Women Business Owners
Women are now majority owners of 38% of businesses in the United States. And yet, when we look at funding, there is a disparity. The loan approval rate for women is 15-20% lower than it is for men, and women receive only 7% of venture capital investment money. But financing for women business owners is…
Read MoreFollow These 5 Principles for More Productive Meetings
What are the magic ingredients for a successful meeting? A meeting in which participants build relationships, exchange ideas, unearth insights, make decisions and get the information they need to move work forward? We all know there’s no “magic” that comes without preparation and hard work. But there are five basic principles that underlie successful meetings. Incorporate…
Read More5 Reasons Your Small Business Should Switch to Digital Bookkeeping
In the 21st century, it would be an understatement to say technology and the internet have made running a business easier. With all this useful innovation at your fingertips, why would you continue to perform essential tasks such as bookkeeping the old-fashioned way? Maybe because you’re already drowning in a flood of paperwork and the utter…
Read MoreConnect to Your Audience When and Where They Need You
Last week we talked about these facts in terms of mobile technology in our world today: 95% of all text messages are read and read within 90 seconds of receipt 65% of all email is opened on a mobile device versus a desktop or laptop Mobile is now the first screen worldwide – eclipsing screen…
Read MoreBuilding a Brand: 6 Tips for a Brandable Business
It’s easy for businesses to get lost amongst competitors. For this reason, creating a brand that is memorable and unique is an integral step in building a successful business. Maximizing visibility, establishing relationships, and showing consistency are all key elements in creating an effective brand. Here are six ways you can extend your reach and…
Read MoreCommunicating the Vision
Speaking with a client about an ongoing issue with his sales team, I brought up a particular concept. When he heard it, he loved it. He saw exactly how it applied to his situation. He also expressed amazement that he had never heard this before. Except, he had. He’d heard about it numerous times. I…
Read MoreTop 10 Funding Sources for Your Franchise Venture
Many people dream of owning a business at one time or another but determining what products or services to offer can be difficult. Franchise businesses are an excellent option as these business ventures are already branded so that most customers are already familiar with the franchise and the product or service has been proven to…
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