Starting (or buying) a business can be a big deal, or quite minor. If you’re doing something else and just starting your business initially as a ‘side hustle’, you should still follow these steps, as time is money and you want to be sure you’re doing what is right. If you’re planning on going big,…
Some businesses master customer service very well, and others well, it’s sadly lacking. I saw this about both small and large businesses. I’ve seen some shocking customer service behaviours by large businesses, as much as small businesses. Here are some tips on how to get on the road to mastering your customer service, but first,…
I frequently work with businesses which are in growth mode and doing really well. What I know from experience is that during that growth, there are absolute teething pains, often which come about because a business is set up and structured as a smaller business and no-one has taken the time to put things in…
As an experienced business coach, it’s rare that I need to say to someone, it’s time to call it quits in your business. But although rare, if I have to, I will have that discussion with a client. Calling it quits is never something we want to do in business, but there are instances where…
Mindset plays a huge role in the results and outcomes we achieve (or not) in our lives and our business. A negative mindset can literally strangle your business. Be honest, think about your friends and associates (or even yourself) – have you ever seen someone who is super negative, but also super successful? There…
I recently saw a post on Facebook where a business owner said she felt her friends were pulling away from her as she became more successful in business. She discussed this with one of her friends and the response was “… you’re growing too fast … feels like I’m being left behind … struggling with…
Let’s face it, some of us are better at sales than others, but we were not always great and I’ll bet, even if you’re great at sales now, you’ve made some of these mistakes at some point. Perhaps even recently, when you’ve been rushed and not done what you know you should. So, whether you…
When you have a positive mindset, you are better at positive problem-solving as well as seeing the possibilities and opportunities within your business. Those with a positive mindset are less likely to be downtrodden nor will they quit and give up. They see a positive future and attract similar-type people who may become clients, employees…
Boundaries in business are akin to invisible fences that protect your time, your energy, and your sanity. Boundaries allow you to operate in a way which works for you, which in turn allows you to best serve your clients and customers. In this blog, I’m going to cover why boundaries are important, provide some…
Mindset around most things really does matter. If you believe you’re unlovable, then it’s not surprising you’ll find yourself single. If you believe you are not worth a certain price, then expect to get no more pay than the minimum. If you tell yourself that the economy is rubbish and you’re a failure at business…