One of the toughest lessons in life is accepting that not everyone will like you. While it’s intellectually easy to acknowledge that you’re not a fit for everyone, those moments when people say “no” can still be emotionally challenging. For instance, a client shared that out of 17 phone calls, they received only one “yes.” […]
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How many customers do you need? That’s the number of people you want to connect with positively. Not everyone. Because let’s face it, there’s a mishmash of personalities out there, and not everyone will align with your mission, and that’s perfectly fine. Now that you understand it’s perfectly fine if not everyone is in your
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Ah, the allure of the status quo, a cozy refuge indeed. It’s almost magical how we find comfort under that familiar blanket, resisting the call to break free and elevate our lives. Our most formidable rival? Inaction itself. It’s simple to grumble, to convince ourselves of the necessity for change, and to dole out advice
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I had a networking lunch this week with a new connection. During the conversation, I emphasized our business focus, and to my surprise, the individual we met with wholeheartedly agreed. Essentially, we concurred that if there’s a mutually beneficial opportunity for us to collaborate, resulting in the exchange of value for remuneration, it would be
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When assembling your team, start by filling the role where your skills are lacking the most. This requires a frank and objective self-assessment of your abilities. You can’t simply wish to be good at sales if the data shows otherwise. Business doesn’t operate on wishes. Be brutally honest with yourself. No matter what you discover,
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In our journey working with numerous remodeling companies, a recurring pattern emerges. Many of these companies were founded by individuals who excel in the hands-on craft of building—be it carpenters, plumbers, or HVAC technicians. Individuals with a vision for owning their own company and mastering the art of construction. Now, here’s the surprising part. You
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Seems like there are countless books out there claiming that if you simply do one specific thing in your business, everything will magically fall into place. For instance, if you just increase the number of leads you get, everything will work out perfectly. But no, it’s not that simple. If your sales process isn’t up
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In the world of business, every ship needs a captain and a crew, even if it’s a one-person show at the start. Picture it: You’re the owner, the chief, the top honcho. But in this play, there are six pivotal roles to play. We’re talking about the President or CEO, the Sales whiz, the Marketing
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If your shoes are uncomfortable, no amount of polishing can make them fit better. In a similar vein, pinpointing the right target market in your marketing is just the beginning. If your message is off the mark, no matter how many times you send it, it won’t magically persuade someone to buy from you. It’s
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As Guyana experiences an unprecedented economic boom, the marketplace is ripe with opportunities, but also fraught with challenges. Navigating this environment without expert business development support can lead to a host of avoidable failures. Here are the “Terrible Ten” pitfalls that businesses in Guyana may face when going it alone: 1. Lack of Strategic Direction
