If you’re considering starting a business involved in importing or exporting products, you’ll need to know about commodity codes and HS categories. These are used to classify goods for import and export, to make sure they’re moved safely and in compliance with customs, tax and duty regulations. In this guide we’ll look at when and…
Amidst the hustle of your busy holiday season and the drive to conclude 2023 on a high note, it’s crucial to turn your attention to planning for the upcoming year. The arrival of 2024 is imminent, and the strategic groundwork you lay now will pave the way for your small business’s success in the new…
Outbound sales techniques have several benefits, including the following: You can reach prospects faster It’s more predictable There’s more precision and personalization Businesses have more control over the sales funnel Here’s what you need to know about each of these advantages! Prospect Outreach Speed Prospect outreach speed is how a sales team can connect with potential customers…
Infestations of bugs and insects are an unhealthy inconvenience in the home and in commercial environments. In domestic settings, infestations can lead to damage to property and can prove detrimental to health. In commercial premises, pest invasions can result in business closure and a significant loss of income. Given the pressing demand to identify and…
As anyone who frequents any website online will already know, chatbots are already being used by a host of brands to assist a customer with any queries they might have. And chatbots have a lot going for them. They’re multilingual, can work around the clock 24/7 and can serve an infinite number of customers at…
Kendra Lee is an author, speaker, and revenue generator. She is the founder of KLA Group, a sales consultancy and marketing agency that helps small and medium businesses get seen, get heard, and gain traction to achieve their dreams. She’s also the author of The Sales Magnet. For more information, you can go to KLAGroup.com. …
Traditionally, when I use the Content Waterfall, I use it with the Leads Field Guide Newsletter. However, you could use it with any long-form piece of content. Just apply the below system to your style! Step 1: Ideate Topics Based on Your Audience The first step in the Content Waterfall method involves researching topics that…
Effective presentations are vital in securing new business and helping a firm grow. Thanks to advancements in technology, small businesses now have a wealth of tools available to them for delivering powerful presentations, quickly and efficiently. Benefits of Presentation Apps for Small Businesses Presentation apps offer a range of benefits for small businesses, enhancing their…
All new businesses have one thing in common – tight purse strings. The thought of coughing up for professionals to set up the various aspects of an online business, from SEO advisor and marketing expert to accountant and website-builder, causes understandable worry. This need not be the case. The web is chock-a-block full of free…
In the dynamic world of digital marketing, Pinterest has emerged as a powerful platform that can significantly enhance your brand’s visibility, engagement, and, ultimately, its success. With over 482 million monthly users worldwide, Pinterest isn’t just another social media site – it’s a visual search engine that allows users to discover and share ideas through…
Now that you understand the various benefits of building a custom CRM system, you’re likely wondering how to build one! Fortunately, creating custom CRM software is more accessible than most small business owners assume. Below, I’ve detailed the eight-step process for building the best custom CRM systems! Step 1: Choose the CRM Type, Roles & Platform The first…
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As a small business owner you might be thinking about loans as a way of starting or growing your company. Unfortunately, loans are notoriously complicated, riddled with complex terms and teeny tiny small print. Let us demystify the process and show you some of the best small business loans around. Is a small business loan…
Melinda F. Emerson, “SmallBizLady” is America’s #1 Small Business Expert. She is an internationally renowned keynote speaker on small business development, social selling, and online marketing strategy. As CEO of Quintessence Group, her Philadelphia-based marketing consulting firm serves Fortune 500 brands that target the small business market. Clients include Amazon, Adobe, Verizon, VISA, Google, FedEx,…
What are some examples of CRM skills? What characteristics should you look for in a customer relationship manager? Some of the top CRM skills to look for in a manager include the following: Interpersonal skills Communication skills Leadership skills Analytical skills Professionalism Below, I’ll explain why each skill is necessary while recruiting customer relations managers! Interpersonal skills Interpersonal skills are crucial…
Headless CMS (content management system) in recent times has come to trump the traditional CMS when juxtaposed as content management systems. The headless CMS has become the best content management system built from scratch as a repository for content. Traditional CMS is now too archaic to catch up with the advanced mobile sites, digital…
The number of independent sellers has ballooned since platforms like eBay, Amazon Marketplace and Facebook Marketplace came to the fore. They’re great for first-time and casual sellers with a ready-made market of customers searching for items that they’d struggle to find in the shops. However, you could be facing commission and listing fees, which will…
Thanksgiving is a time when we gather with friends and family to express gratitude for the many blessings in our lives. As business owners, it’s also a perfect occasion to reflect on the value of gratitude within the context of our professional journeys. Let’s explore how gratitude can be a powerful tool for business owners,…
Here’s a foolproof way to get your first (or 50th) lead magnet on your website. Step 1: Choose the Right Type of Lead Magnet The first step in creating a lead magnet is to choose the right type. The type should be something that your target audience will find valuable and useful. Here’s a quick…
If you have bad credit, don’t despair. You can repair bad credit, and one of the best ways to do that is by using business credit cards. Crazy, right? By owing money on a credit card, you can build business credit. But it can work that way for you. You just have to choose the…
We recently launched a new initiative, the Xero Beautiful Business Fund, providing more than R8,000,000 in funding globally to our small business customers in South Africa, Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, the UK, Canada and the US. We received a huge number of applications from a diverse range of Xero customers, all doing amazing things. There…
After the cabinet re-shuffle earlier this week, Jeremy Hunt remains Chancellor of the Exchequer and will be delivering the Autumn Statement for 2023. Though he has more headroom to make tax cuts and increase spending than expected, there probably won’t be any overly grand announcements this time. Word is that the Spring Budget 2024 will…
If you want to forge stronger connections with your audience, video is the way to go. In this article, I’m sharing eight creative video marketing ideas to help you build those crucial relationships. From the first hello on your homepage to a warm “thank you” post-purchase, I’ll show how swapping text for video can bring…
Next, I’ll cover CRM implementation principles. Did you know most CRM systems fail within a business because they don’t have an implementation plan? Therefore, following the guidelines below is crucial for CRM implementation success! Let’s take a look. Choose the Right CRM Software The first thing you must do to ensure successful implementation is choosing the right customer relationship management…