A small business is, ironically, a huge undertaking. You need to know which parts of the business you can prioritize and focus on, and how to avoid stressing over what can be avoided. Here are a few ways you can avoid major headaches. Hire People You Can Trust A simple but essential baseline to your…
Every business owner wants their company to be successful. However, not everyone knows how to make that happen. It takes hard work and dedication, but most importantly it takes planning and foresight. Follow these three tips in order to lead your business to success over time. Make the Right Sacrifices One of the most important…
A local business is more than just an economic venture. It’s a hub for the exchange of goods and services that are valuable to your community, and your business can make a real difference. Here are some ways that you can be more visible and help build better relationships in the community. Get to Know…
Your sales team has a huge role to play in helping your business earn and retain business. Those on your team work hard to meet their sales goals. When they do, it’s always nice to celebrate their success, especially when they’ve met major goals. So what are some ways you can celebrate achieving a major…
Certain aspects of your business are going to be difficult for you and your regular employees. A company’s tasks extend far beyond that of the customer transaction, after all – it also includes advanced finances, taxes, safety, marketing, personnel, and more. You’re going to need to hire specialized employees if you want smooth sailing at your…
Every business owner wants their business to become successful. However, as your business grows, so do your responsibilities. Eventually, it can feel as if your business is too much to handle. If you’re beginning to feel this way, consider these options. Delegate More Tasks If you’re feeling overwhelmed with your responsibilities as a business owner,…
Relational Intelligence is a tool that can enhance the ability of any team to get along and prepare a leader to address points of conflict. Relational Intelligence clarifies that “high-performing teams are built or broken by one thing: relationships.”1 Leadership dynamics like trust, open communication, positive feedback, clarification of expectations along with a healthy dose…