Okay, so you may not be thinking about securing your legacy but overcoming small business fear about something is always dangling in the back of your mind. Running a small business can be a rollercoaster of challenges, leaving many owners feeling overwhelmed and fatigued. Today, let’s look at some of the biggest fears you as […]
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When your team feeds into the mission and vision of the organisation you’re on course to a winning formula. However, knowing when should you involve your internal community in that process is also an critical consideration. When should you involve your internal community in your mission and vision? You should involve your internal community in
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The Three Cs of an Authentic Business “Know Like Trust” (KLT) was on everyone’s lips a couple of years ago. The question I have repeatedly asked is, if it’s so simple, why are new business owners finding it hard to get established and live the dream? Indulge me for a moment and consider there has
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Recognising the signs of an unhealthy ego in business will serve you well. There are warning signs. Knowing how to spot them as early as possible gives you a better chance of preventing unfavourable behaviour from becoming an issue. Of course, red flags don’t always translate into problems. However, it could be an indication that a
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When writing this, it’s the last day of the first quarter. Resolutions made for the start of a new year are faded and forgotten. You’re either patting yourself on the back for achieving those targets or commiserating and preparing for a pep talk. Entering the next quarter with more fire and enthusiasm – you won’t accept
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Having a refund policy for your online business is not the first thought or even the tenth when you decide to start your only business. The convenience, extra disposable income and adjustments for the additional boxes are most likely front of mind. However, as an online business owner, you know that customer satisfaction is the
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Do you love your business? Several factors will determine the answer to such a loaded question. Having reached the end of the month, you may have thought I wouldn’t touch on the subject. But let’s briefly go over this in honour of the month of love. The First Love of your Business As someone new
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Key policies to have in your online business will help you grow with purpose. Firstly, let’s recap what a policy is (because small business owners don’t believe this applies to them). Also, it makes up one of the three core elements of The Ethical Strategist’s HouseRules (along with Internal Community and Ethics). Going through the
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Let’s walk through three ways to eliminate a toxic workplace with HouseRules. There is so much information on spotting signs of a toxic work environment but not so much on practical solutions. As the foundation of your business, policies and procedures should serve your internal community and clientele. So here are three tips on how
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