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15 Types of Small Business Advisors
The role of various types of small business advisors has become increasingly vital for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) as they navigate the complexities of growth and competition. These businesses often seek out specialized knowledge and expertise to address their unique challenges. Understanding the different types of business advisors available can empower business owners to make informed decisions that…
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How Much Does a Business Consultant Cost: Consulting Fees and Pricing Structure
Consulting fees and pricing can be structured in several ways. But like most businesses offering services, the number one challenge is pricing their offers. Having closed my first consulting contract back in 2008 before launching several 7-figure businesses (along with my business advisory), I’ve consulted over 400 clients and worked with 50+ consultants across the…
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All You Need To Know About My Firsthand Experience With Hiring Virtual Assistants
Finding and hiring virtual assistants (VAs) depends on where you live, what sort of activities do you need to be covered by your Virtual Assistant (VA), how would you expect to interact with them, the level of proficiency in English or the requirements to deal with a specific market. People delegate different activities to their…
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How Mission and Vision Statements Work
When starting a business or setting a new direction for an existing one, two guiding stars often lead the way: mission and vision statements. The mission statement is like the company’s backbone, outlining its core purpose and the reason it exists. It answers the straightforward question: Why are we here? On the other hand, the…
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7 Strategic Ways to Build a Strong Sales Team For SMEs
Sales productivity is the rate at which members of the sales team acquire revenue for the business. High sales productivity is often a combination of several factors: Building a consistently high-performing sales team is a strategic endeavor. By focusing on meticulous planning, ongoing development, and fostering a supportive environment, you can dramatically increase your odds…
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5 Key Components to Tick Off Your Checklist When Starting A Business
Starting a business is no uncharted territory – almost every inch of it has already been conquered. But not everyone was able to write a successful conquest; most of those who tried failed. For there is a universal truth behind the stories of those who were fortunate: success doesn’t come easy. There are a ton…
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Do You Need a WordPress Website For Your Small Business?
The vast popularity of WordPress websites for small businesses is staggering. In addition to the utilization of services such as Squarespace, Wix, or Weebly, one may ask what is the best solution or a platform for building a website. WordPress is used by 63.1% of all the websites whose content management system we know. This is 43.2%…
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10 Major Digital Marketing Strategies For SME Executives
According to Joel House, businesses that show up on the first page of results get 92% of consumer traffic. Hence, it is not surprising when WordStream’s report showed that just 8% of advertisers are decreasing their advertising investments on Search this year; this compared to a whopping 46% that is increasing them. With this, it…
