Posted on January 27, 2013
by Cheryl
in Business Marketing, Community, connections, Marketing, Mentoring, Search Engine Optimization, small business, Smart Ideas, Social Media, Uncategorized
As a small business owner, I ask why experienced business owners have more success than those who have just started. Part of the answer lies in how you answer the question “Is it easy to buy from you?” Have you made it as easy as possible for your client to order from you? Are you more »
Posted on January 26, 2012
by Cheryl
in Business Marketing, Community, connections, Marketing, Mentoring, Promotions, small business, Smart Ideas
Did you ever wonder what makes some businesses successful and others not so much…… Here are some inside tips on what we’ve learned thus far: Thinking – The way you think makes all the difference. Do you practice critical thinking? problem solving? Are you an optimist? a pessimist? Call it out – What are your more »
Posted on January 18, 2012
by Cheryl
in Business Marketing, Community, connections, Marketing, Mentoring, small business, Smart Ideas
It’s no secret that blogging is a great way to start and continue conversations relevant to your target audience. Coming up with new ideas every day… …to some, this may seem like a challenge. Here are some tips to help you come up with fresh ideas everyday: Brainstorm – Jot down some ideas on a more »
Posted on November 7, 2011
by Cheryl
in Business Marketing, Community, connections, Marketing, Mentoring, small business, Smart Ideas
Mentoring usually involves at least two parties: the senior mentor and junior protege. This has nothing to do with age but rather experience. Why do I need a mentor? With a small business, this can prove to be valuable for many reasons. As a protege, you can gain by developing your professional identity. Through skill more »