Supply chain and labor challenges are getting a lot of press right now, and for good reason. But one not-so-publicized challenge facing the industry is technology security that protects companies and customers. Security threats are real, and not going away. Those in the industry that make the necessary investments will pick up market share and ultimately enjoy the financial benefits…
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What Does QuickBooks Desktop Going Subscription Mean?
Intuit will be offering QB Desktop products via subscription-only, beginning with the 2022 releases. They (except for QB Accountant) will no longer be available by way of a one-time payment as they have in the past. QB Desktop products include QB Pro, Premier and Enterprise. Enterprise was converted to a subscription product two years ago…
Read MorePricing: Navigating Through the Current Norm of Increases
Now more than ever, it is helpful for your clients to better understand the supply chain and the complexities that you navigate for them. It is where you add value. You not only need to pass on those increases, but you also need to protect your traditional margins to better cover your increases in cost of operations. Here are some ways to do that…
Read MoreRedefining Wellness: Startup Transforms the Fitness Industry
“Passion is key—be obsessed with the solution you’re offering,” shares Ed Buckley, who transformed the fitness industry through creating a flexible corporate wellness program. Tune in to Million Dollar Monday to hear the story of Peerfit and key advice to growing a company through networking and fundraising…
Read MoreADA Compliance and Your Distributor Website
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requires certain businesses to make accommodations for people with disabilities. That applies to physical spaces, but also to online spaces. And failure to create an ADA-compliant website could open a business to lawsuits, financial liabilities and damage to your brand reputation…
Read MoreConcierge Sales: 3 Ways to Take Your Service to the Next Level
Much like a skilled hotel concierge, the No. 1 job of a salesperson is to help their clients get what they want with as little friction as possible. As such, the same traits that make a good concierge exceptional are the same ones that separate the extraordinary salespeople from the mediocre ones…
Read MoreOne Simple Step That Earned an Investment From Daymond John
In addition to my blog, “Million Dollar Mindset” I also host a video podcast, Million Dollar Monday. The purpose of Million Dollar Monday is to provide inspiration and advice to entrepreneurs and all people with big dreams. A recent guest, Mike Watts, founder of LoveHandle, attempted two times to be on the “Shark Tank” television…
Read MoreHow to Win Big With Clients Like Daymond John From Shark Tank
“The biggest risk in life is not taking risks in life” are words of wisdom from Mike Watts, an entrepreneurial expert with three startups and over $60 million in sales. Watts discusses with host Greg Muzzillo how he was able to successfully strike a deal with Daymond John from Shark Tank, but not in the typical way that you might think…
Read MoreIndustry Education and Networking: Opportunities to Grow and Connect
As we take a fresh look at traditional in-person events and experiences, participating in professional development sessions can certainly help maximize the ROI of both our time and money at events. In addition to the knowledge, the extra networking opportunities and connections can certainly make the events more worthwhile…
Read MoreFixed Mindset Versus Growth Mindset
Do you have a growth mindset or fixed mindset when it comes to approaching a problem? The co-founder and CEO of Lucid Drone Technologies saw an opportunity to use drones to create a safer and more efficient cleaning method. Andrew Ashur has been named to Forbes’ 2021 list of 30 Under 30 and discusses how failure is a springboard for growth…
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