Why 90% of Businesses Fail in the First 10 Years and How to Avoid Being Part of This Statistic
By Sean Golriz Starting a business is an exciting journey, but it’s also fraught with challenges. According to the U.S. Census Bureau and the U.S. Department of Labor, a staggering 90% of businesses fail within the first 10 years. This statistic is alarming, but understanding the reasons behind this high failure rate and learning how […]
Navigating the Chaos Stage: A Lifeline for Small Business Owners
By Sean Golriz, Business & Executive Coach The entrepreneurial journey is akin to sailing through unpredictable seas. While some phases are calm and serene, others, like the ‘Chaos Stage’, are tumultuous and challenging. This stage, often encountered during the early growth of a business, is marked by rapid spending, aggressive investment, and swift team-building. It’s […]
10 Strategies to Thrive in a Competitive World and Outshine Your Rivals
By Sean Golriz, Business & Executive Coach In the modern business arena, competition is not just a challenge; it’s an ever-present reality. Every business, regardless of its size or industry, faces competitors vying for the same market share, customers, and opportunities. But competition, while daunting, can also be a catalyst for innovation, growth, and excellence. […]
The Power of Lean Strategy: A Guide for Leaders and Entrepreneurs
By Sean Golriz, Business & Executive Coach In today’s fast-paced business environment, efficiency is the name of the game. As a business coach, I’ve witnessed firsthand the transformative power of lean strategies in driving profitability and fostering effective leadership. But what exactly is a lean strategy, and why is it so crucial for businesses and […]
Kick Start Your Marketing
Today I’d like to teach you about the three most important start up marketing tools you need to get and keep new customers. In person: It’s essential you meet with customers/clients in person whenever possible. This shows you respect them and take the time to work with your clients to give personal attention to each […]
Stop Wasting Your Resources!
Today you’re going to learn how to find a target market of potential customers so you aren’t wasting precious resources on blitz marketing. So, the two questions you have to ask yourself are: What do people really want to buy from me? What related products are they already buying? Once you figure this out you […]
Educate Your Customers
Educate them about what, you may be thinking. Well, consider this, many businesses focus solely on attracting new customers, but you NEED to spend a good chunk of your time retaining current and former customers. These are people you already know to be a good sales potential…they’ve already bought from you! Take the time to […]
Lessons I Learned from Paris Hilton
Today we’ll talk about shameless self-promotion. That’s right, I said it! Shameless! After all, we are learning from Paris Hilton here. It’s all about self-promotion! Self-promotion comes in many forms and you can use different tactics to get your name out there. Look at politicians! Talk about self-promotion and in some not so discreet ways, […]