The Benefits of Being Your Own Boss
Many people dream about being their own boss, having the freedom to choose how they spend their time, build something of their own, and shape their success on their own terms. It’s an exciting idea that represents independence, creativity, and control over your future. But what often gets overlooked is how demanding it can be […]
How to Set Realistic Business Goals and Actually Achieve Them
Did you know that 92% of people who set New Year’s goals never achieve them? (University of Scranton study). The same thing happens in business: entrepreneurs often start with ambitious ideas, but without a plan, those goals fade away. The difference between businesses that thrive and those that struggle often comes down to setting goals […]
From Side Hustle to Full-Time Success
When Patrick Lanigan, from Des Moines, Iowa, first heard about Pet Butler, he wasn’t completely sold. “I called my broker and asked, ‘What is it?’ He said it was a pet care and dog waste removal franchise, and I said, ‘I’m not interested,’” Lanigan recalled with a laugh. “But he told me to wait and […]
3 Steps to a Powerful Mid-Year Business Review
Revitalizing Your Business Strategy Mid-Year Typically, annual business planning takes place in the last two quarters of the previous year. During that period, business owners and team members reflect on performance, assess goals, and devise supporting strategies. However, this often marks the end of the planning process. As summer arrives and a sense of relaxation […]
5 Benefits of Diversifying Your Pet Business
As a small pet business owner, you may be wondering how you can expand your offerings to better serve your customers and increase revenue. Diversifying your business by adding on new services can be a smart move. In this blog, we’ll explore the benefits of diversifying your small pet business and how adding on services […]
4 Questions to Ask Before Diversifying a Business
Diversification is a great way to catapult your existing business. The decision on which business opportunity to grab onto, however, can be tough. As you narrow down a shortlist of contenders for your business opportunities, you get into the deep research phase known as “discovery.” Here is where you need to dive below the surface […]
7 Techniques on How to Mentor an Employee
Have you ever had a great mentor who helped you advance toward your career goals, develop your skill set, and excel in your role? If you have, you know how impactful it is to have someone supporting your development. 1 in 3 employees say they don’t have someone at work who helps them grow & […]
What is a Positive Work Environment?
Although a toxic work environment may mean different things to different people, most people would agree on what defines a positive work environment. A positive work environment in a traditional setting refers to a workplace where the employees feel excited, happy, and empowered to do their best work. It’s a place where people feel professionally, […]
Diversification and Investing: The Perfect Pairing
[vc_row 0=””][vc_column 0=””][vc_column_text 0=””]In the business world, terms are often tossed around in meetings and discussions with little context or that lack deep understanding. Some of these terms even rise to the level of “buzzwords” without an outline of what they mean or how they function in real life. As business leaders, we may find […]
How a SWOT Analysis Strengthens Your Business Plan
Every business should have a written business plan. That plan is your roadmap to the future success of your company. Whether you’re a new business creating that blueprint for the first time, or an existing business conducting a strategic review, you want to create a clear, strategic plan to achieve your objectives. That plan includes […]
