Why Conscious Consumerism Matters to Your Business
Conscious consumerism is the growing trend of consumers purchasing from companies who express ideas and beliefs that align with their own. When I asked my network whether or not they…
Business development is critical for any business: service or product based. Much of what we explore in any article in the business development category will be valuable to both types of businesses. Business development is about growth. That growth comes in a lot of forms. Traditionally, the phrase refers to relationship building as a means to market and make additional sales. At DTSQ, we also use the phrase to refer to developing better processes. This helps you develop a healthy business.
Try Consistency Instead of Quitting
When you quit something, what has been the usual reason? Lack of ROI? Need to spend your time elsewhere? ..... what other reason? In this episode, I talk about what…
The Employee Mindset is Bringing Down Your Business
We were discussing the "employee mindset" during one of the networking meetings I go to, and it struck me as something many of us struggle with at various points in…
Why You Should Read Profit First
The book Profit First is by Michael Michalowicz is a great book that I used to transform my business money management at the start of the year. I recommend it…
Top Reason Small Businesses Struggle
What's the top reason small businesses struggle? It has a lot to do with inconsistency in the functions you need to perform to develop your business: marketing, sales, and business…
3 Things You Need to Know to Use Upwork as a Client
Thinking of scaling up your business and hiring a freelancer on Upwork to outsource some of your tasks? Here are the top 3 things you need to know about being…
Outsourcing With a Virtual Assistant Can Generate More Revenue
You'll need to outsource long before you have any employees. At least that's what you need to do if you want to avoid 80-hour weeks. 80-hour weeks working on anything…
Infographic: Optimize Your LinkedIn Profile for Business
A lot of people are getting curious about LinkedIn. With influencers like Gary Vee talking about all of the business potential for LinkedIn, it's a great time to get onto…
Video: Starting or Repositioning Your Freelance Writing Business?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Y4FZWXFxaE When your business is new, you're in a "take what you can get" mindset. This is just as true for freelance writers as any other type of business owner.…
Should You Outsource Your B2B Content Marketing?
Does your website have a blog? Have you posted articles to it? Have you posted new content consistently? It's okay if you haven't answered yes to all of these (or any…