I have been giving this a lot of thought lately. Building strong relationships in business is essential for long-term success, whether you’re working with clients, partners, employees, or vendors. Here’s a practical guide I have come up with to help you build and maintain valuable business relationships: 1. Be Genuine and Personable People do business…
Small Business 101
Digging into what it takes to own and operate a small business. Some hints, pointers, wins and losses shared with intent to help others to succeed and avoid some of the unseen challenges.
Relentless: Are you like the Honey Badger?
Are you being relentless — but with purpose, not pressure. Being relentless in building any kind of presence doesn’t mean burning out or chasing numbers. It means being consistently committed to your message, showing up even when growth is slow, and refining your voice over time. If you’re planning on honing your entrepreneurial skills, being…
EBITDA and it’s relevance in business today
EBITDA stands for Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortization. It’s a financial metric used to evaluate a company’s operational performance by stripping out costs that can vary between businesses or industries. 🔍 Definition of EBITDA: EBITDA = Net Income + Interest + Taxes + Depreciation + Amortization It focuses on profitability from core business…
Is Supporting Small Business Important?
Why Your Coffee Tastes Better at a Mom and Pop Shop We’ve all been there. You’re driving through a new town, or maybe even your own, and you see it: a small, independently-owned storefront tucked between the usual chain retailers. Maybe it’s a cozy bookstore with a hand-written sign out front. Or a hardware store…
Is It Smart? Offering Unconditional Kudos
The Power of Unconditional Kudos in Business In today’s often cutthroat business landscape, the idea of publicly praising a competitor or even just another business without an ulterior motive might seem counterintuitive. Why give free promotion, right? However, offering unconditional kudos – genuinely acknowledging and celebrating another business’s success, great service, or admirable qualities without…
Small Business Success Starts Here
The Unseen Strength: Why Integrity is the Backbone of Small Business In the bustling marketplace, where giants dominate headlines and disrupt industries, it’s easy to overlook the quiet powerhouses: small businesses. But beyond the storefronts and local services, there’s a bedrock principle that often defines their enduring success: integrity. While large corporations might have vast…