The Value of a Little Charm

What does the ice cream shop clerk and the secretary of your potential buyer have in common?  They both have something you want.  And if you approach them like everyone else, chances are you’ll get the same minimal results from them.  There’s an easy way...

The Key to “Faking It ’til You Make It”

Rowan Atkinson plays an under-qualified spy in Johnny EnglishI’m sure you’ve heard the phrase “fake it ‘til you make it.” It’s almost a mantra for entrepreneurs, and I see a smile from whoever says it. What makes me pause for thought is the realization that people...

Going “Green” to Improve Your Business

by SCORE Studies show that being environmentally friendly is good for your business. Consumers are attracted to businesses that promote “green” efforts to protect the environment. Even high profile companies are making the switch to environmentally conscious vendors....

Include Branding as Part of Your Marketing Strategy

by SCORE A great product or first-class service is seldom enough to sustain a lasting impression among your customers. In today’s competitive market, a great branding strategy will help ensure that customers remember your business as the “go-to” source for their...

What you need to know about pricing

You can sell at higher prices without losing customers; here’s how. We live in a very fast-paced society. We use drive-through windows to pick up lunch and next-day delivery for much of our mail. Your clients don’t have time to waste. So, if your client is spending...