Tag: business plan

keys to building a data-driven strategy

keys to building a data-driven strategy Thirty-five years after Robert Waterman’s observation in In Search of Excellence that companies were “data rich and information poor,” little has changed. For sure companies are “data richer,” having exponentially more data at their disposal. But they are still information poor, even as leaders have implemented a wide array of programs […]

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4 Strategies for Companies  manage unexpectedly fast growth

4 Strategies for Companies manage unexpectedly fast growth Fast success does not come without plenty of potential issues Super-fast growth requires business owners to be extra careful, or they can bankrupt their startup by mismanaging cash flow; by being inefficient; and by not keeping up with ever-increasing costs and overhead. Some entrepreneurs sacrifice profitability, deliver subpar […]

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Update Your LinkedIn Profile  to Start a Business

Update Your LinkedIn Profile to Start a Business If you are looking for a professional change, your professional profile has to change, too What if your LinkedIn profile is perfect for conveying what you do now, but not what you want to do? What if you want to do something new — like start a business? I […]

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The Holidays Are Here. Is Your Online Business Ready?

The holiday shopping season is often the most profitable time of year for retail businesses. If you run an e-commerce business, you won’t have to worry about hanging garland and twinkle lights, but you will have to prepare for the influx of holiday shoppers. Do what you can to lure them to your digital doorstep […]

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Is It Possible To Start A Business With $100?

If you’re like millions of budding entrepreneurs, you’ve thought about starting a business for a good chunk of your life. I thought about being an entrepreneur long before I was familiar with the trials and tribulations of business ownership. It’s awesome, in theory, to be your own boss and set your own hours. If you’re […]

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