What are YOU Waiting For?

This week’s newsletter is about the excuses that we have for not taking action today on a strategy that we believe in.  No time, not enough money, wrong people, team is not on board yet, etc. etc.  The conversation goes like this:  “As soon as I fix ‘X’, I can move forward.  If you have a […]

Technology To Look Big, Act Big

Many small businesses need to look bigger and act bigger in order to secure whale-sized business. Whales prospects are afraid of doing deals with businesses that look like a Mom and Pop shop. Is this you? Solopreneurs and small businesses now have the advantages of technology to make them look and act bigger in order to win the bigger sales. (Being more efficient and eco-friendly can’t hurt either).

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What Happened to My Referrals?

I’ve talked to so many company leaders and sales execs lately who are facing the same problem:  before the recession, they acquired all of their new business through referrals.  But ever since the economy weakened, the referral “pipeline” has dried up.  They are frankly terrified because they have no processes in place to develop new business.  This phenomenon […]

Showing Your Client Gratitude

Nothing makes a stronger statement to your clients than “thank you.” Thank you is part of the customer experience. “Thank you” demonstrates appreciation, builds loyalty, and personalizes the relationship. After all, if you are not truly grateful for your client’s decision to enter into a business relationship with you, it is only a matter of time before your client will realize you expect their business and you don’t value it. “Thank you” is the easiest and most sincere way to initiate your gratitude for the opportunity to establish and continue a valued business relationship.

Today’s the Day! Embrace Your Growth Strategy

What’s your growth strategy? (If you’re reading this, I hope its whale hunting.) What are you employing to take your business to the next level? Whatever your strategy or tactics, I think it really all starts with a “think big” mentality/philosophy. You have to first embrace a philosophy of growth before you start work on anything else. Some resent conversations have left me convinced some businesses don’t want to grow. Or, rather, their fear of change is bigger than the desire for growth. Now is not the time to be afraid of the future.

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