Ah, business ownership. Yep, it’s hard not to gaze upon what you’ve built and proclaim, “home sweet home.” Little do you suspect that the very foundation of your home, the organization chart, is about as flimsy as the paper money that’s about to go flying out of your wallet. Organization charts that are contaminated with … Continue reading “Fixing Common Organization Chart Mistakes”
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Avoid These Critical Hiring Mistakes
Remember your high school coach belligerently screaming, “a chain is only as strong as its weakest link” as you avoided passing out whilst struggling through a series of 20-minute sprints? Sorry to bring up a sore subject, but he was right…especially when it comes to hiring. For too many business owners, ineffective hiring processes create … Continue reading “Avoid These Critical Hiring Mistakes”
Why Processing Email is Shockingly Valuable
Welcome back from that much needed vacation! Welp, time to cruise on in to your office, take a seat at your desk, open up the ole’ laptop, and…SWEET SAMPSON’S GHOST! That’s one unwieldy email inbox! Sure, processing an overloaded inbox is a pain in the neck. Believe it or not: dedicating time to focus on … Continue reading “Why Processing Email is Shockingly Valuable”
Planning Vs. Gambling with Your Marketing Plan
“Ladies and gentleman! Step right up and place your bets! The name of the game is ‘Marketing Roulette’ and a jackpot is waiting for you… if Lady Luck is on your side!” If that’s the voice in your head when you review your marketing plan, you’re not crazy, you’re just thinking short-term. An effective marketing … Continue reading “Planning Vs. Gambling with Your Marketing Plan”
Should You Find Investors? Consider These Alternatives First
As an entrepreneur, you’re constantly looking to earn the capital needed to pull in more customers to purchase your goods or services. For many business owners, getting that cash infusion means slicing off a piece of equity and feeding it to bloodthirsty investors, like in ABC’s ‘Shark Tank’. Consider this a warning to tread water … Continue reading “Should You Find Investors? Consider These Alternatives First”
