How do you manage a great business, as opposed to be a survivor? Well, here are the four areas you should focus upon every day. Now, some of us remember things better when given a catchy phrase or rhyme. So, here’s one to help you with squeezing the most out of your own available resources. In […]
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Customer-Centric Strategies Win Over Product-Centric
Is your marketing focus product-centric or customer-centric? If you only sell products, it’s time to realize that times have changed. With a wealth of products now available, customers look for the most memorable experience, not just the best product. These days, a fun shopping experience, or no-question returns, often tips the scales over extra product features or […]
Time to Double Down?
If your business is like the majority of organizations in the U.S., things have been pretty good. Sales have been more plentiful and come a little easier. In fact, if you’re having any trouble at all, it’s hiring and keeping the right employees to serve all of that business. Many businesses experienced one of their […]
Think Ahead When Raising Your Early Investments
Some businesses just can’t fit within the angel capital or friends and family model for raising funds. Sooner or later you may need to seek venture capital and accommodate the needs of the venture community in negotiating the terms of an investment. What VC’s can and cannot do First, VC’s in general cannot invest in ‘S’ […]
Balancing Innovation with Healthy Revenue Streams
Many businesses live and die on the speed at which they introduce new ideas. From an outsider’s point of view, this may sound like a call for immediately pushing out as many products or services as possible within a short period of time. In reality, balancing innovation with business realities is a far more intricate […]
How Much of My Business Do I Have to Give to an Investor?
If you’re looking for growth capital, this one’s for you. We’ll cover what information you’ll expect to provide, your range of expected values and amounts of investment to expect. All to help you set your expectations. OK? Financial History and Projections Let’s start with the basics. If you are a growing business with a track […]
6 Can-Do Steps for Taking Your Business to the Next Level
Small business is the backbone of the economy. If you have a small business, you probably have dreams of taking it to the next level to become a larger business. Here are some steps that will help you do just that. 1. Networking Take the time to talk to people in the industry. Look for […]
Can You Overcome 5 Risks and Create Wealth?
Of course, we are speaking of increased valuation of your company when we speak of “wealth.” Especially if you are in the early stage of growing a business, these five risks can and often do derail entrepreneurs before realizing the riches of a great exit. So, let’s examine them and mitigate them. Make you wealthy someday. […]
A Beautiful Mind: How New Psychiatrists Can Develop a Successful Practice
The moment you got your M.D. degree in Psychiatry, you probably made a promise to yourself to give every person who walks into your office the best care possible. As a doctor for mental health, it is your duty to help people address their most internal challenges. Seeing your patients flourish because of the care […]
The 7 Best Instagram Tools for Massive Instagram Growth in 2019
If you’re serious about growing your Instagram following, you need to get the right Instagram tools to help you reach your goals. Whether you’re looking for ways to expand your reach or track your progress, there is a tool out there that can help you. It’s just a matter of finding which one will maximize […]
