Welcome to the Small Business Insights section!

Here you will find some tips, tricks, and suggestions based on my firsthand experience as a successful Small Business Owner.

What’s the Difference?
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What’s the Difference?

Understand the differences between Policies, Processes, Procedures, Standards, and Guidelines. Learn how gaining insight into these Operations organizational documents can unlock more time, reduce costs, increase revenues, and ultimately grant you greater freedom in running your business.

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A Day in the Life of a Small Business Owner
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A Day in the Life of a Small Business Owner

Discover how implementing documented policies and procedures can transform the chaos of daily operations into streamlined efficiency. With clear guidelines in place, businesses can minimize interruptions, improve productivity, and empower employees to handle tasks confidently.

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Business Growth: A Good thing… until it’s out of Control
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Business Growth: A Good thing… until it’s out of Control

Understand how to scale your business without losing control by exploring practical strategies in this blog. Learn how to navigate the challenges of growth while maintaining operational efficiency, preserving your unique entrepreneurial spirit, and fostering a culture that thrives in the face of expansion.

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Doing the Hard things
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Doing the Hard things

Discover how embracing the principles of streamlining, automation, and documentation can alleviate the inherent challenges of entrepreneurship. By strategically applying these practices, business owners can transform hard things into opportunities for growth, creating a more efficient and resilient path to success.

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You can lead a horse to water…
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You can lead a horse to water…

Discover the keys to building a resilient team by understanding the power of effective policy implementation and training. Explore actionable tips for effective policy and procedure implementation.

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Breaking down the buzzword “Streamlining”
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Breaking down the buzzword “Streamlining”

Embark on a journey into the world of streamlining your small business operations. Discover how this transformative process can unlock efficiency, reduce costs, and provide the flexibility needed to thrive in a competitive marketplace.

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Is your perception holding your business back?
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Is your perception holding your business back?

Uncover how a thought-provoking conversation challenges the common perceptions of Policies and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and their pivotal role in small businesses. Delve into the unexpected benefits that Policies and SOPs can offer and see if your perception might be holding your business back.

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Ever thought of this?🤔
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Ever thought of this?🤔

Discover how well-defined policies and procedures have safeguarded real small businesses in five (5) real-world scenarios. Learn how these essential tools not only protect, but also empower small businesses to thrive in an ever-changing business landscape.

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How your Small Business is like a House 🏠
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How your Small Business is like a House 🏠

Discover the parallels between how creating Policies, Processes, and Procedures for your business is like building a strong house. Read how these are the bedrock of your business, ensuring a strong foundation that nurtures growth and shields from potential challenges.

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Jenga anyone?
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Jenga anyone?

Just start with one thing, one process, and follow it. Learn how to organize your business one block at a time with the Jenga analogy.

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Want to learn more?

I am happy to sit and talk with you about your wants, needs, and goals… even your vents and complaints about being a business owner.

I have been there and know how hard things can get.

Let’s connect and see how I can support you!