Cloud computing is on the rise among businesses. Based on recent reports, more than 60 percent of companies now rely heavily on the cloud while nearly 95 percent now use it to some extent. Those numbers are expected to grow in the years to come. Those who have made the switch, whether partially or fully, ... Read Post

Upon starting anew for a career or business, it can be intimidating and overwhelming to make sense of everything we must learn and produce. We feel all eyes on us in every capacity, having us doubt our capabilities.  It is vital to remind ourselves of our purpose to convey it clearly and effectively at every ... Read Post

With summer in full swing, it’s essential to prioritize safety. Summer brings its own set of potential hazards for your small business, both physically and virtually. With these tips, you can be prepared to be productive and safe. Summer can be the best time of year due to its long days, vacations, and sunshine. Keeping ... Read Post

While most people are not ‘officially’ in the sales profession, anytime one desires to communicate their ideas and make requests successfully, it’s vital to know the elements of the sales cycle to be successful. My recent experiences with receiving professional proposals from various vendors were mind-boggling. I wanted to know whether the companies provided any ... Read Post

Most sales teams don’t realize how much ground is lost before they even speak to a lead. People don’t wait around for a discovery call to figure out if you’re a good fit. They do that on your website. That’s where they start building trust, checking if you understand their problems, and sizing up your ... Read Post

As we wind down 2025’s second selling quarter, we can check our performance versus our YTD quota to see exactly where we stand. That’s the beauty of selling and the pay-for-performance lifestyle, isn’t it? There’s no mystery about where you stand. Your YTD number is there in bright lights and it’s reflected not only in ... Read Post

As we test and monitor our newer business strategies, challenges emerge, and it’s vital to examine all possibilities to uncover the dysfunctional causes that create distress and even chaos in some cases. Recent experiences raise the question, ‘Do you encourage or discourage new business?’ Current Trends Being current with new strategies and methods for client ... Read Post

As a small business owner, you’ve probably thought about acceptable payment options. In a world where people are increasingly tapping to pay, has your business started accepting these types of payments? There are some things to consider when deciding how to handle credit card and digital payments. You want to make sure your business insurance ... Read Post