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Thriving or Shriveling?

SuccessWhy do some businesses never make it?

This is a question that haunts me as I coach, observe and interact with many small business owners.

My theory is that the businesses that thrive are constantly and consistently on the look out for new customers while they nurture and foster the relationships they have with their current clients and customers. They are ever conscious of both prospecting and cherishing. If the answer is this simple, then why do business owners neglect these activities? Read more

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Don’t Be Jeff — 7 Keys to the Follow Up

Follow upOne of the top motivators for networking activities is to meet new people and make connections, right? As business owners, we know that expanding our audience will help grow our business.

Building a successful network takes more than a series of meet-and-greet events. When your networking is integrated with your daily marketing activities, it can be simple and easy – natural. Your consistent investment of time after each networking event will pay off in big ways for your business, but making that time investment requires a plan. Read more

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Hour of Power

Hour Of Power

What is ONE THING….

… You can do to improve your productivity?

More and more, I hear my clients say they are finding it harder to make time to do actual work!

They are looking for ways to be more productive and are convinced that they must be doing something wrong. There is no secret “one-size-fits-all” system to address this dilemma, but rather there are many approaches from which to choose. I suggest experimenting and trying various systems and methods to find what fits and works for you and your business. Read more

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Are You Leveraging Your Assets?

Do you take advantage of your greatest opportunities for growth? Most business owners and entrepreneurs do not recognize or take advantage of the assets they already have in their businesses. These resources offer the biggest opening for growth. And, leveraging these assets requires the least investment of both time and money.

The biggest of these “hidden” assets is your customer list, and it should be the most obvious place to begin leveraging. Let’s take a look at what leveraging really means. This word is used commonly in business settings, and I’ve come to realize that many small business owners don’t really know what it means for them. Read more

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Table 17 – Your Message Isn’t a Good One!

10 CellPhoneCrowdA colleague and I recently attended a breakfast networking event. We were impressed with the speaker who shared practical steps with attendees for increasing cash flow in their business; a subject that was of interest to many if the attendance numbers were any indication. Read more

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Customer Service Week

Customer ServiceThis is 2015 National Customer Service week. Initiated in 1992 with a Congressional proclamation, Customer Service week has been a recognized event during the first week in October. It is now celebrated in over 60 countries. Read more

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There Are No 2 Ways About It!

crazyclockThere are no two ways about it; we all have the same 24 hours, 1440 minutes, 86,400 seconds in a day. But have you noticed that for some life is hectic and chaotic, while for others it appears to be smooth sailing? How is it for you? Read more

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It’s Raining Money!

Free MoneyLane Business Consulting has partnered with Copperstone Executive Suites for the upcoming Business Mastery Academy (BMA). The kick-off for the BMA is October 6th at 7:0o p.m.  Copperstone is financing a $50 per month grant for 10 businesses to sign up for this year-long intensive program, designed to accelerate your business success. With Copperstone’s investment, your cost is only $47 per month. Instead of simply “learning” skills, you will EXPERIENCE them.  You will be part of a supportive community, expand your business reach, generate solid referrals, and much more. To apply for a grant simply click here, scroll down the home page until you see the “raining money” picture. Read more

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How Dependable Are You?

be dependableBeing dependable is an essential factor in the business of building your reputation. Whether you are a consultant, a mechanic or a banker, it’s impossible to enjoy a good reputation without dependability.

Being dependable is really very simple and can be summed up in one sentence: Read more