Tag: growing a business

October 6, 2023

The shadow of the pandemic’s economic impact has loomed over many industries for a large part of the year, and the fear of a recession still seems looming. Economic downturns can be disheartening, leaving many companies grappling with reduced consumer […]

October 2, 2023

If you’ve been on social media or listened to the news recently, you would undoubtedly have heard about the upcoming “recession.” While I believe a lot of this is simply fear-mongering, there could potentially be some concerns that we may […]

September 28, 2023

Excellent customer service is the backbone of any successful business and can help keep you top of mind for those looking for your products or services again. While providing good customer service might sound simple, it’s more than just making […]

September 21, 2023

Starting and growing a small business alone is a unique challenge, which Trickery owner Aaron Rabkin knows all too well. At Trickery, a magic and comedy show in Chicago, Aaron does it all: hosts the show, writes the scripts, manages […]

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 18, 2023

How many entrepreneurs are positive about achieving lofty revenue projections over the coming months? According to a 2023 Bank of America survey of mid-sized company owners, 75% said they were headed toward expansion. Their enthusiasm is refreshing amid dire headlines […]

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 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 8, 2023

Venture capital funding has always been a complex and highly competitive landscape where startups and established businesses alike vie fiercely for investor attention and financial backing. And in recent times, this state of things has only grown progressively worse. Over […]

September 5, 2023

Nurturing customer relationships through email can supercharge your business growth, reduce costs, and enhance profitability, making customer retention a secret weapon for your successful business strategy. Studies show that a mere 5% increase in retention can boost your revenue by […]

August 30, 2023

Building strong business connections has always been a cornerstone of success. Creating meaningful relationships and nurturing professional bonds with a wide variety of people can unlock exciting opportunities and collaborations, driving growth, influence and impact. But as I keep telling […]

August 28, 2023

Your brand is not your baby. Okay, it kind of is your baby — in how you nourish it, support it, invest in it and stick with it on both good and bad days. But what I mean is, you […]

August 23, 2023

As the world wades through the evolving tides of the post-pandemic era, one thing has become crystal clear: the future of work is flexible, as I tell my clients, who I have helped figure out their hybrid work models. In […]

August 15, 2023

You’ve probably heard this saying since you were very young: Don’t put all your eggs in one basket. It’s trite, but it persists because diversifying often leads to success, especially for products, customers, and marketing. If you make only one […]

August 10, 2023

Venturing into the unknown can be difficult, but for business owners, taking a risk to try something new can pay off big time. Wade Dickinson, owner of Heirloom Engravers, had found great success as an engraver, with the endorsement of […]

August 8, 2023

To grow your company, you need a plan that establishes how you will grow and why your ideal customers should buy from you. Then you need to invest in the people and tools that can turn your plans into reality. […]

August 8, 2023

With Amazon marketing being more competitive than ever, it can be difficult to cut through the noise. There’s lots of information out there, and it’s hard to know what works without making Amazon beginner mistakes. Luckily, as an Amazon Consultant […]

August 3, 2023

From competing as an internationally ranked tennis player to working at Microsoft to striking out on my own entrepreneurial path, I’ve thought a lot about what it takes to win. For me, success — both on and off the court […]

August 1, 2023

Everybody speaks about a company’s culture. But there is an important quote from a professor at Stanford that I remember very clearly: “Being very profitable is a strategy in itself.” Profitability is a part of the strategic effort to be […]

July 24, 2023

Every brand has a personality. And just like people, brands — which are, of course, built by people — can come off in ways they don’t intend. We all have blind spots. The good news is that, with a little […]