Small Business Success: Is It Important Or Is It Critical?

One component of small business success is to know the difference between what is important and what is critical.  If I asked you which you should do first what would be your answer? Without any context your answer would be to do what is critical because it has a greater sense of urgency.  What is Read More

Achieving Success: Share Your Vision And Desires With Others

Achieving success in business and life and sharing this vision and desire with others is important.  The successful business owners and professionals I have had the privilege of working with share their vision and desire for success with others.  How come this is important?  First of all I have never found a rich hermit.  You Read More

Care: A Key Ingredient To Small Business Success

Several years ago a client of mine, who is small business owner, was complaining about the state of his business.  He had grown his business but now it had stagnated for several years. Sales were starting to decline.  His customers didn’t seem as happy with his product and his customer service.  As I listened, I Read More

Small Business Success: How Are You Fishing In Your Pond?

Small business success isn’t about the pond it’s about how you are fishing in it.  Think of the pond as your market.  How you choose to fish in the pond will determine the number of  fish, or in this case, customers you catch.   In a moment I will share with you a true story about Read More

Small Business Growth: It’s About Confidence and Back Up

Business and life are full of uncertainty.  And, for small business growth to take place you must have back up.  When looking at help for small business, having back up or a contingency plan is essential for success. In business, the concept of backing up or having a contingency plan can mean many different things.  Read More

What Seeds Are You Planting For Small Business Success?

For small business success you must know your target market. Yet knowing your target market isn’t enough. To have small business growth can be tricky if you don’t plant the right seeds with your market. Read More

Is Success About How You Start Or Is It About………?

Society says that success, whether it be in business or life, is about outcome. The reality is that it is about process. A good process will make your small business successful and give you the outcome you desire. Read More

As A Small Business Owner Are You Hiring For Need Or Out Of Neediness?

Learn how to hire for needs. Too often in running a small business hiring is reactionary. The small business owner will take the first person who may meet his needs. In his neediness to fill a position he is willing to overlook the qualifications of the applicant which will lead to greater problems. Read More

Small Business Growth And Success: It Is Close.

It may be hard for you to believe that the small business growth and success you desire are close at hand.  Yet, if they are close, how come many of us miss them?  It’s a good question. After all, we have more information available to us today to help us succeed.  With the internet if Read More

Small Business Growth And The Ant’s Formula For Success

Small business growth is the one common denominator in small business coaching.  In my small business coaching practice, there is not an owner or professional I have collaborated with or supported who does not want to grow.  And, their desire small business growth has two motivations.  The first is financial.  Improved sales and profits will Read More