Anyone who’s been in business for a while knows that retaining a customer costs considerably less than acquiring a new one. However, loyal clients alone won’t make a business grow. To scale effectively, you need to proactively and consistently find new customers. To help, we asked the members of Forbes Coaches Council how a business can make…
Employers with teams going back to work during the pandemic now have more complications facing them which they had not previously known. Along with sick employees, and quarantines, making sure to comply with masking regulations and social distancing is important for both employees and customers. But, without standardization across industries, and, frankly, with reminders needed…
Marketing is absolutely essential to businesses. It’s how they attract new customers, retain existing ones, and help the company grow. There are lots of different methods businesses use to market themselves. Most of the ones that businesses across the board leverage are digital methods, but there are a few others that are well worth mastering…
A common issue with online businesses is getting people to actually go through with a purchase. Many people put together a cart but never buy the items. Here are three tips for getting customers to buy the items in their cart. Offer Unique Products There are so many online stores these days. One way to…
Innovation is one of the hallmarks of capitalism. It’s what drives competition and keeps businesses relevant. There are endless opportunities for innovation in business. Here are some areas of your business that could seriously benefit from innovative practices. Customer Service The expectations customers have for businesses have changed over the years. There is an increased…
Businesses rely on customer satisfaction to survive. If customers aren’t happy with their experience with a business, they probably won’t be coming back. Worse, they may leave negative reviews and discourage others from doing business with you. Fortunately, there are things you can do to offer better service and thereby improve customer satisfaction. Train Employees…
If you’re looking for side jobs that won’t last all year or have a guaranteed season of profitability, then look no further. There are plenty of ways you can make some extra money as the seasons go buy. Here are some seasonal businesses you can start on the side. Pool Cleaning If you’re looking for…
As a business leader, you’re probably pretty driven to grow your business. After all, growth means achieving greater levels of success. Maintaining your focus on growing your business can be tricky sometimes though. Here are some suggestions you might find useful in maintaining your focus. Create Goals Setting goals is critical to successfully growing your…
Safety is essential in the workplace and it’s important that you take all necessary measures to create a safe work environment for your employees. This includes preparing them with proper training, equipment, and knowledge of all emergency procedures. Occupational Training In order to ensure that your employees are safe while on the job, you need…