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A Few Thoughts on Perfectionism
I’m a recovering perfectionist. No…for real. But perfect is perfect, right? Sounds pretty great to me. The problem is perfectionism takes all of these great values that embody greatness and excellence – and then takes a hard left turn.
Over the years, I’ve gathered some of my favorite thoughts on perfectionism to help me in my continued recovery effort, and now I’m sharing them with you
Learn how to wield your influence
We all have influence. Maybe you are an “influencer” and you already knew that. Or maybe you need a reminder that people are influenced by what you do. Yes…YOU! What you do makes an impact. How you do what you do influences the results. Influence in and of itself is not a good or bad thing. It just is. It can be used in both good and bad ways. Don’t hear “influence” and think “manipulation.” Read on for the Top 6 Factors of Influence and our key bite-sized takeaways from Robert B. Cialdini’s book, Influence: The Psychology of Persuasion.
What’s your Run Rate?
If you think I’m asking you how fast you can run a mile, then make sure you read this blog!
Run rate is a simple and quick way to help you forecast your financials. It looks at what you have done in the past (revenue, profit, expenses, etc.) and replicates it moving forward into the future for the rest of the year.
My goal here is that by the end of this blog you not only know what your run rate is, but you also know how to consistently be aware of it.
Get the Haircut
How something as simple as a haircut can make a big impact on our businesses. Yes, this is a blog about a haircut. I’d neglected my self-care for too long, and when I finally got the haircut — it reminded me of something so important: business health and business owner health are directly correlated.
Find the Best Bank and Credit Card for Your Small Business
Banks are in the headlines most days right now. Another one failed. Another one at risk of failure. Another large bank acquires a small bank, yet once again.
It seems like a suitable time for us at Hoffbeck + Co to share with you all what we believe are the best banks for your small business. While we are at it, we will throw in our favorite small business credit cards as well.
Checklist: 10 Essential Elements Your Website Homepage Needs
Your website homepage really matters. It’s one of your greatest opportunities as a small business to show and tell your potential customers what you’re all about – but you truly only get seconds to grab their attention. Unfortunately, far too many small businesses waste or ruin their opportunity with a confusing and unappealing homepage. Don’t let this be you — read on!
7 Effective Management Tips for Small Businesses
Looking for effective management tips? This guide provides seven essential management practices that are perfect for small businesses. Focus on your team and get things done!
Why Business Health Matters
A healthy business isn’t random. It takes work. Find out what it takes to foster a healthy business as Lane breaks down the key attributes of business health and why committing to it is so important.
The 7 Pages Every Small Business Website Needs
Thinking about building a new website soon? We’re outlining the 7 pages your website should have, other common and helpful pages you might want on your website, and ways to reduce cost if you’re on a tighter budget.
The Difference Between Consulting and Coaching
Over the years I’ve debated about what to call myself. I help businesses solve problems. Does that make me a consultant or a coach? Here are my thoughts.
Taking Back Mondays
I love Mondays! But it wasn’t always this way. Mondays started to change when I realized that I could act on Mondays instead of Mondays acting on me. Here’s how I reframed my thoughts.
2022 Recap + 2023 Sneak Peak
One of our favorite ways to kick off the new year is to reflect on the previous year and all it held. 2022 brought a graduation, a six-year workaversary, new services, new clients, and so much more. Keep reading for our 2022 recap + a sneak peek at what’s to come in 2023!
4 Common Mistakes Startups Make
We've broken down four common mistakes startups make over and over again. Too many small businesses fail. Don't be one of them.
Are you holding your company back?
Comin’ hot with a question you probably (should) want to know the answer to, but you might resist it at first. Why? Because it’s going to require you to do a bit of honest self-analysis.
Will there be enough money for you?
We are moments away from being able to access our stimulus money from the CARES Act Payment Protection Program, and I don’t want you to miss out. The problem is there might not be enough money. CNBC has already stated there is speculation that all of the money will be claimed by end of day Friday 4/3/20 or by the end of the first week.
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