Navigating cash flow challenges
In the world of small businesses, positive cash flow is king. It’s the driving force that keeps your business engine running smoothly, covering all your liabilities. But what happens when …
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Your email signature – beyond the sign-off
The power of a well-crafted email signature is often underestimated by professionals and businesses alike. Your email signature is essentially your calling card: it’s where you can share information about …
Cracking down on retail theft – tactics for shoplifting deterrence
As a small business owner, one of your biggest concerns may be the threat of retail theft. It’s understandable that the thought of someone stealing from you could be both …
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The importance of budgeting, forecasting, and setting goals for your business
If you’re like many business owners, you may find yourself struggling to understand what your finances mean or how you can use your financial information to make decisions for your …
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Financial best practices for small business
When you run your small business, you have a lot on your plate. That makes it tempting to let some tasks slide, especially tasks that are related to finances, which …
5 key steps to prepare for the successful sale of your business
If you’re considering selling your business, the process should begin long before you put the ‘For Sale’ sign up. Selling a business is not just a major financial decision but …
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Unlocking the secrets to stellar customer service
Customer service is the heartbeat of any successful business. It’s the unsung hero that transforms a potential disaster into an opportunity, and a mere transaction into a lifelong relationship. In …
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Marketing your business: where to start and how to make it easier
Marketing can feel like a daunting task for small business owners. If you’re new to the game, or maybe you’ve been in business for a while and just haven’t quite …
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The Power of Core Values in Business
As a business owner, you’re the architect of your business’s vision and culture. But in the hustle to develop products, chase sales, and keep the lights on, some of the …
Is the 4-Day Work Week for You? Pros, Cons and Tips
When was the last time you felt that you had a week’s worth of energy to pour into just four days of work? As COVID-19 has reshaped our work-life balance …
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Your Phone Habits: Are they the key to your success?
Let’s talk about your phone habits. It may not be a pleasant topic to discuss, but it does matter. How you use your phone can have a huge impact on …
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The key to growing your business: unlock new customers and markets
For a business to thrive and grow, it essentially needs two things: a strategic plan and an ability to continually find new customers and tap into promising markets. Here’s how …
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Stop putting off the little things – how to overcome procrastination
As a business owner, you often find yourself pulled in different directions by competing responsibilities. It can feel daunting to classify tasks and tackle the most time-consuming ones first. But …
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How do I adapt my small business strategy in the midst of a cost of living crisis?
So, we’re officially in the thick of a cost of living crisis. This presents a challenge for entrepreneurs and is a nerve-wracking time for many small business owners. If you’ve …
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Demystifying Inflation
Inflation – it’s a word that’s been on everyone’s lips recently. Rates are on the rise, and our small business community is feeling it the most. Increased supply costs, a …
The leap of hiring your first employee
When starting a business, you often wear all the hats – CEO, salesperson, marketer, and even janitor. But as your business grows, you’ll eventually hit a wall. There’s only so …
Why online reviews matter
In today’s digital age, online reviews can make or break a small business. With the ease of access to social media and review websites, customers can easily voice their opinions …
Work on the business, not in it
The phrase “work on the business, not in it” comes from Michael E. Gerber’s book, “The E-Myth Revisited.” Its core message revolves around the idea that there’s a difference between …
Tips for building an engaging website for your small business
As a small business owner, you probably know it’s important to have an engaging website that reflects the image of your company and attracts customers. A great website can give …
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How to unlock cash within your business
As a business owner, have you ever been caught short of cash? What if I told you that the solution to your cash flow woes might be hiding in plain …
