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  • When mentoring business owners, one of the first questions I ask is, “How do you plan to market your product or service to your target audience?” The most common response?, social media ads—Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Pinterest, LinkedIn. It seems like the obvious answer, right? Wrong! We’ve been conditioned to believe social media is the best

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  • If you’ve been consistently posting on social media, providing value to your followers, and still not seeing an increase in clients, this blog post is for you. By now, it should be clear that personal branding content, dance challenges, or sending DMs about your offers and social media collaborations aren’t effective strategies for attracting high-quality

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  • When starting a business, it is tempting to collect as much data as possible. You might think that researching 30-plus companies will give you a well-rounded understanding of your industry. In reality, this approach often leads to information overload and analysis paralysis. The key is to focus on relevant market research that aligns with your

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  • If the 2020 pandemic taught us anything, it’s that relying on a single revenue stream is a risky business strategy. Even long-established companies that thrived under normal conditions found themselves struggling when circumstances changed unexpectedly. In this post, I’m sharing why it’s important to diversify your revenue sources and how you can build a more

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  • As an entrepreneur, I’ve owned both service-based and product-based businesses, and I can tell you firsthand—these two business models are entirely different. Neither is necessarily better than the other, but they require completely different approaches. If you’re thinking about starting a product-based business, there are some key things you should know. Many strategies that work

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  • Ready to make 2025 your most profitable year yet? Here’s your 10-step guide to working smarter, growing stronger, and increasing revenue without burnout or over-complicating your business: 1. Polish Your Image Start the year with a fresh look! Update your marketing materials, product photos, business profiles, and branding images. A clean, professional image speaks volumes

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  • If there’s one skill that can transform your business and set you apart in 2025, it’s learning the art of sales. Let’s face it—sales have a bad reputation. Many think selling is sleazy or requires an innate “gift” for persuasion. I’ve heard countless business owners say, “I’m not a salesperson,” or, “I’m just not good

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  • Becoming a thought leader does not mean spending hours on social media or LinkedIn. While these platforms can be great for entertainment and engagement, they are not the most effective way to establish yourself as an authority in your industry. Social media can generate attention and even land you a few opportunities, but the fame

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  • Experiencing a slowdown in sales can be unnerving for any business owner. Whether it’s the result of seasonality, shifts in consumer behavior, or broader economic trends, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. However, a slow period doesn’t mean doom and gloom—it can be an opportunity to regroup, strategize, and strengthen your business. Here’s how to navigate

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  • What is a Unique Selling Proposition (USP)? In marketing, the unique selling proposition (USP), also called the unique selling point in the business model canvas, is the strategy of informing customers how your brand or product is superior to its competitors. When I ask business owners what makes them unique and why I should do

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