Posts Tagged ‘Growth’
Marketing on the Web: 5 Keys to Online Business Longevity
An important part of growth is sustainability. If your business volume seems to hit a plateau or recurring limit, the only direction you’re going is back down again. Companies that aren’t making an impact quickly become marginalized. Business strategy has to include developing a sound operational plan that will both maximize your efforts and keep…
Read MoreWhat to Do When Franchising Isn’t the Right Fit for Your Business
As a franchise lawyer, I see the incredible value for business owners to take a proven business model and rapidly expand through franchising. It also builds in revenue streams and places dedicated individuals at the helm of each individual franchise unit. Yet, despite the benefits, franchising isn’t a fit for every business model out there. Additionally,…
Read MoreDo Mastermind Groups Help with Business Growth?
The concept of a mastermind group is much older than most people would think. Namely, it was described and analyzed by one of the pioneers of self-help – Napoleon Hill. He looked at the most successful businessmen of his time (and those before) and he discovered that they almost invariably collaborated with other people in…
Read MoreWant to Grow Your Business? 10 Hard Questions You Need to Ask
Fixed mindsets irritate me. You know what I mean. Heard the conversations. We have always done it this way. It is just a fad. As we reinvent business and try to change, the foibles of the habitual human become evident. Calcified thinking. “The difficulty lies not so much in developing new ideas as in escaping…
Read More3 Franchise Growth Industries to Watch
As business men and women, we’re always on the hunt for the “next best thing.” But once we venture into the franchise world, we need to balance the necessity of a proven model without crossing the line into an outdated business plan. After all, no one would have wanted to buy into a Blockbuster franchise…
Read MoreDo You Have the Right Stuff for a Growth Business?
As an angel investor, I get approached regularly by aspiring entrepreneurs who can talk endlessly about their latest great idea, and little else. While I recognize that every new venture starts with an idea, a successful business of lasting value is all about people and execution. Every investor is looking for someone who can turn…
Read More4 Reasons Businesses Stop Using Fixed-Line Networks
Fixed-line telecommunication networks, otherwise known as landlines, are quickly fading from businesses across America. In 2017, most companies are opting for modern, versatile solutions like cloud-based, PBX phone systems. They’re fast, reliable, and portable enough to work from anywhere in the world. So, if you’re a small or medium-sized business that’s still relying on landlines, we’re…
Read More5 Ways to Manage Rapid Growth
Managing rapid growth can be a challenging and daunting task at times, as things are capable of unraveling at any moment in time. This is particularly true for startups as well as young, growth stage companies. There are several steps that you can take to ride out the storm and help to achieve a certain…
Read MoreAdvice for Small Businesses That Could Turn into Larger Businesses
A new company can’t necessarily predict if it’s going to be wildly successful, but if the business grows, it will need good systems in place to handle the load. How prepared are you for your own success? Here are a seven tips and ideas to prepare small businesses for growth: Define Goals Be able to…
Read MoreSeizing Opportunities When Competition Leaves Town
With all your proactive marketing campaigns, increased social media, and a continual eye on customer service, business is booming, right? But as you well know, it’s still a tough economy out there. Not all small (and not-so-small) businesses are succeeding these days. Drive through any community and you will likely see several empty shops closed…
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