One Way to Get Lucky in Business: A Company Newsletter
“Luck is what happens when preparation meets opportunity.” -Seneca If luck is what happens when preparation meets opportunity, how are you preparing for it? Are you building a sense of community among...
View ArticleMARKETING TIP: Begin With the End in Mind
“Begin with the end in mind.” That’s Habit #2 of Steven Covey’s famous 7 Habits of Highly Effective People. So let’s apply that to your marketing in today’s marketing tip… Just what IS the “end” that...
View Article3 Ways to THANK Clients as Part of Your Customer Retention Strategy
“What do you say?” Every parent I know has used this phrase to prompt their child to “remember their manners” and say, “Thank you.” You’ve probably uttered it yourself. The act of expressing gratitude...
View ArticleWhy Your Customer Appreciation Gift Should NOT Be a Coupon for Your Product...
“A crummy commercial? Son of a bitch!” So says 9-year-old Ralphie Parker in the iconic Christmas movie, A Christmas Story. Ralphie is disillusioned when he finally uses his much-anticipated Little...
View ArticleCreate a Customer Experience that Brings in Repeat Business
I deck my halls for Christmas immediately after Thanksgiving. I boycott the crowds doing Black Friday shopping, and stay home to decorate instead. The tree comes out and the lights and stockings go up....
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