For busy small business owners focused on daily operations, networking often falls low on the priority list. Yet actively developing connections represents an invaluable growth strategy proven to elevate brands, increase sales, and establish recognition. Far beyond merely collecting business cards or small talk, robust networking multiplies opportunities through cultivating relationships, sparking collaboration, and nurturing referrals. This article explores networking …
Subscription Economy: Transitioning Your Small Business to a Subscription Model
The subscription economy is booming. From monthly boxes to streaming services and software subscriptions, recurring revenue models are taking over across industries. The numbers speak for themselves – over the last nine years, the subscription economy has seen subscription businesses grow by more than 100% every year. For small business owners, adopting a subscription model comes with many potential benefits. …
Artificial Intelligence in Customer Service: Affordable Solutions for Small Businesses
While many small business owners recognize that artificial intelligence holds the potential to revolutionize industries through automation, few realize how AI implementation can happen practically and affordably at modest scales to transform customer experiences – optimizing the teams and tools already in place. From chatbots handling routine inquiries to machine learning proactively resolving issues, AI directly addresses two of the …
Handling Difficult Customers: 12 Tips for Staying Calm and Defusing Tension
Dealing with an angry or difficult customer can be one of the most challenging parts of working in customer service. When tensions run high, it’s easy to get flustered and make the situation worse. However, by staying calm and employing some simple defusing techniques, you can turn even the most difficult interaction into a positive experience. Here are some of …
Boss Boundaries Part 2: Small Business Owner’s Strategies for Successful Teams
Effective leadership is not just about issuing orders and making decisions; it also involves setting boundaries that foster a healthy work environment. In the first part of our series on boss boundaries, we discussed how establishing boundaries can benefit both leaders and their teams. In this continuation, we will delve deeper into five specific boundaries that, when implemented correctly, will …
Ep: 294 Jesse Rubenfeld
Accounting to Improve Your Bottom Line After growing up in Houston, Jesse Rubenfeld began his career in New York City at the Lime Group of companies doing the books for a variety of companies, gaining experience with non-profit, software industry, hedge fund, and management company accounting. After serving as LimeWire’s CFO for his last four years there, he joined the …
Adapting to Change: Strategies for Small Businesses During Uncertain Times
In the dynamic landscape of business, change is inevitable. Whether it’s a sudden economic downturn, technological shifts, or unforeseen global events, small businesses often face uncertainties that demand swift adaptation. The ability to pivot, innovate, and stay resilient during challenging times is what separates successful businesses from the rest. In this article, we will explore effective strategies for small businesses …
Embracing Technology for Small Business Success: Trends and Tools to Stay Ahead
In today’s fast-paced digital age, technology has become an indispensable ally for small businesses aiming to thrive and remain competitive. From streamlining operations to enhancing customer experiences, embracing the right technological advancements can make a significant difference in the success of a small business. In this blog, we’ll explore some emerging technologies that have proven to be game-changers for small …
Ep: 287 Dave Kahle
Best Practices For Successful Sales Mastering the Art of Business Success – Register HERE In the 30 years Dave Kahle has been in practice, he has worked with over 459 individual companies. He has presented in 11 countries & 47 states. Dave has authored 13 books, including The Good Book on Business and How to Sell Anything to Anyone Anytime. …
Ep: 282 Chad Stokes
How To Get Great Advice From Fellow Business Owners Sign Up For The Success In Hiring Course at SuccessInHiring.com Chad Stokes is the Owner of Stokes Mosquito in North Augusta SC. He retired from the US Army in 2004. After retiring he attended University of South Carolina and received a BS in Business with a concentration in Accounting. While working on …