Category: General organization management

September 25, 2023

As I sit in my home office atop a mountain in Upstate New York, I realize there were no mistakes in growing my business — just a lot of missteps that turned out to be part of the path up […]

September 22, 2023

The great companies of past and present have one thing in common: strong company values. Not only are they defined, written up, and on display, they are lived. Company value setting is no small exercise. The values you select will […]

September 21, 2023

A favorite subject for entrepreneurial articles and podcasts is that of habits. Hundreds (if not thousands) of books are touting the importance of creating good habits. Your own habits depend on your end goal, but a lot of them seem […]

September 21, 2023

In a world where digital interactions dominate, the symbiotic relationship between artificial intelligence (AI) and branding is transforming the landscape. While AI can’t replicate the genuine human touch, it’s emerging as a powerful tool to forge authentic connections with consumers. […]

September 20, 2023

In any family business, with the next generation begins to take the reins, a fresh flow of ideas and innovation is bound to take place. Over time in any family business, the growth ambitions need to change from thinking and […]

September 20, 2023

Business leaders have faced extraordinary challenges over the past several years. Pandemic-related demand changes, workflow shifts, persistent inflation and a tight labor market have left business leaders zigzagging through crisis after crisis. The pace has been unrelenting. But we risk […]

September 18, 2023

On this week’s episode of The Jeff Fenster Show, Jeff sits down with Dan Fleyshman, serial entrepreneur and investor in multiple companies. Over the course of their conversation, Fleyshman offers a wealth of insights and inspiration for entrepreneurs and business […]

September 15, 2023

Hey entrepreneurs! You’re doing everything by the book. You’ve got your CRM software, email newsletters and 24/7 customer support, and yet, you’re not seeing that extraordinary spike in customer loyalty. Ever wondered why? Let me tell you: Your customers have […]

September 15, 2023

According to data from Teten Advisors, the median investor in private companies reviews over 80 opportunities in order to make a single investment. As someone who has been working in private equity and investing for over three decades, I can […]

September 14, 2023

Small businesses often grapple with ways to stand out, keep customers engaged, and drive revenue growth. Enter customer loyalty programs, an instrumental tool designed to bolster client retention and brand affinity. These initiatives yield numerous benefits: they catalyze repeat business, […]

September 13, 2023

As business leaders, we’re often faced with the difficult and overwhelming task of deciphering exactly what leadership strategies and practices are most effective. Besides just being an expert in your respective field, you have to be responsible for overseeing the […]

September 13, 2023

Enterprise sales are the holy grail for most businesses – the sale of products and services to a large company offers a potential step-change for revenues and profitability. The hitch is that these are also the hardest customers to sell […]

September 13, 2023

Companies, in an effort to be more efficient, are thinking twice about how many middle managers they need. And that makes it more important than ever to move from managing people to leading and coaching so they can do their […]

September 11, 2023

Direct marketing is a promotional method that delivers information about your company, product or service directly to your target audience, bypassing traditional advertising intermediaries. Essentially, it’s about direct communication with consumers, which is vital for your business’s success. Shuhari, a […]

September 8, 2023

The goal of any marketing effort is to attract qualified candidates at the top of your sales funnel. But before you start, it’s important to know who you are targeting, so you can determine how to target them appropriately. The […]

September 8, 2023

Are you gearing up to launch an internal customer service initiative? Well, you’ve come to the right place. I’m happy to equip you with insights that can catapult your initiative into success if you choose to do it on a […]

September 7, 2023

In a connected and digital world, consumers aren’t interested in just the products they’re buying – they want to know the faces behind them. Entrepreneurs today have corporate social responsibility. Profit results from motivated employees, loyal customers and new investors […]

September 5, 2023

Going out on your own as an entrepreneur can feel both intimidating and exhilarating at the same time. Though you may have the skills and experience to get started, knowing the responsibility relies solely upon you may not feel like […]

September 1, 2023

When first starting a business, many entrepreneurs begin using a personal credit card for expenses. It’s the path of least resistance. However, once the business starts to thrive, you will garner tangible benefits from using a good business credit card […]

August 31, 2023

Building a successful company is not only about increasing sales and revenue. When scaling a business, an organization also needs the right strategy, team, and processes in place to support new customers, products, and services. While any business leader dreams […]