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  • If you find yourself in a crowded or saturated market, you should create ways to make your products or services stand out. It isn’t enough to focus on branding; developing a logo, brand voice, tone, mission and vision statement, brand elements for social media, color pallet, etc. You might be surprised, but those things aren’t…

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  • Many people purchase from Instagram and TikTok apps, making these platforms the best places to sell your products or services. But have you noticed it isn’t working that way for you? You are probably feeling like the odd man out. Your Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok ad campaigns are not bringing in new customers or more…

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  • Diving into the world of wholesale can be a game-changer for your business, providing a steady revenue stream and a perfect balance, no matter the season. While your website can handle wholesale transactions independently, there’s something about online marketplaces that brings in a massive audience and keeps the wheels turning. Let’s explore the ins and…

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  • A business plan is a must-have for a business. But many business owners refuse to write one. Half feel they don’t need one and think it’s a waste of time; for others, it’s overwhelming to plan your business so far in advance. I have a simple and effective business planning tool, a one-page PDF with…

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  • What is swag? According to iPromo, it is company-branded merchandise given away as a form of advertising. No one wants to wear your logo. No one cares about having your logo on their pen or random stuff. What customers care about is a quality product and good customer service. They want a product or service…

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  • If you are new to owning a business, the most common problem you will face is not knowing who your target audience is. Many business owners try to appeal to a large audience by generalizing their products or services. Their strategy is to appeal to a larger audience to increase sales, but this isn’t a…

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  • I’m an avid reader. I read for entertainment as well as for educational purposes. My personal preference is business books that teach a different perspective than what’s considered societal norms. I love books that challenge the “system”! Books that make you question everything taught to you about business and life. And leave you feeling like…

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  • If your budget is tight but you need to gauge your product or service’s success, consider these wallet-friendly testing strategies. Are you seeking ways to evaluate your product’s feasibility without hefty expenses? Here are some budget-conscious methods to test its viability. Family and FriendsThe most obvious way is to test the product or services with…

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  • I ask small business owners how they plan to advertise or market their products/services to their target market. The number one answer is social media ads (Facebook, Instagram, or TikTok). It’s a no-brainer, right? Wrong! We are programmed to believe social media is the only and best way to reach our customers. Why? Because the…

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