Social media is a very important method of marketing, selling and branding for many businesses. It does work and it is a communication medium that should not be ignored. However, many businesses are caught up in the euphoria of social media and neglecting two of the most important marketing vehicles of their business: their website [...]
As someone working in business, you no doubt spend a significant amount of your time out networking in a variety of groups and clubs. Networking is a key aspect of your marketing strategy in developing new business. Here are 7 tips to ensure this time is spent as effectively as possible in pro-actively building successful [...]
Some of the biggest issues facing many business owners revolve around their employees. It's not unusual to hear many business owners ask the questions: How do I find the best people for my business? When I find them, how do I get the best from them? When I do get the best from them, how [...]
Why did you get into business for yourself? Was it to be your own boss? Choose your own hours? Have more time with the family? Spend more time doing what you love? Chances are, you answered yes to all these questions. These days, you probably wonder where the time went. Why you spent 12 hours [...]
In a previous blog we looked at the importance of writing down goals. In this blog we look at probably the most common way to create your goals and some supporting techniques to help you achieve them faster. Creating SMART Goals SMART goals are just that: smart. Whether you are setting goals for your personal [...]