At a lovely breakfast with Marlies, a dear friend of mine, she told me about an issue she had with a recent boss. The analogy she gave to describe the situation was brilliant, so I asked if I could share it will you all. Marlies was very frustrated with her boss. The manager was not […]
By starting from the inside out, a business can truly identify their unique offering and purpose which leads to precisely targeted marketing and truly unique differentiation, which are both keys to business success
Let me start with a big thank you to all of those who voted for me in the Next Greatest Speaker and Author competition. Your vote, support, and kind words mean so much to me. I truly appreciate your compassion and encouragement during this competition. Unfortunately I have not made it to the next round. […]
Do you have distractions that are sneaking into your business? What weeds are choking your plans? What needs to be removed to make your business bloom?
Happy National Small Business Week! Since 1963, the President of the United States uses this week to recognize the economic contributions of small businesses.
People buy from people; they do not just buy products. Think about your favorite store. Do you shop there just because of their inventory, or do you shop there because of the feeling you experience and the customer service you receive? The same is true for your business. It is not just about the product […]
As you develop your strategic plan for your business, be sure to include a solid foundation for future growth.
I hope this overview of business planning will provide you with the framework and incentive to make the plans you need for a successful new year!
Davette and I were discussing the concept of holistic business strategy or business strategy that does not just cover business needs and goals but the goals of one’s personal life. That is when Davette told me how she enjoyed having me on the show because I served lifestyle businesses.
There is an old saying, “I can’t see the forest through the trees.” I believe this is a common problem for many businesses. We are so often focused on the trees, or shall we say tasks, that we lose site of the forest or big picture.
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