How to ask for referrals

Referrals are a key source of new business for many firms. Here’s how to ask for referrals in the right way. What is the key to ask for referrals Many people (including your competitors) are uncomfortable asking for referrals. After all, if you do great work for your...

How and when to increase your prices

Inflation has been running high for a while, wages are rising and supply chains are still catching up after the disruption of the pandemic. Many businesses are facing increased costs and many managers are considering how to increase prices in order to maintain...

Reducing your business’s energy costs

What can you do to reduce your energy costs? Energy prices are soaring; however, you can’t start reducing your energy costs if you don’t know where you are currently spending money on energy in your business. To start, you need to conduct an energy audit. The purpose...

Building an effective sales strategy

Digital technology, combined with fears of a recession, are changing the buying behaviours of customers. When was the last time you revisited your sales strategy? It’s time to refresh your approach to sales More people than ever before are working remotely and this...

Why is encouraging collaboration important for my business

Building a collaborative culture isn’t easy. If it was, all businesses would be good at it. But encouraging collaboration is necessary for the success of our businesses. Good results are dependent on good relationships. In order to build a collaborative business from...

How can my business grow through a recession?

As we begin the new year, we are entering choppy waters. How can businesses maintain growth despite economic headwinds? Why is now a good time to grow your business? Growing a business is hard work, particularly during a challenging economic environment. However, now...