Foolproof Ways to Grow Your Business

September 19, 2015

If you want to grow your business, you’re not alone. Plenty of business owners wonder how they can grow their business as fast as possible, so they can increase their exposure and revenue. It isn’t all about trying to grow your business at the speed of light; sometimes, slow and steady wins the race. That being said, these tips can help you to expand faster and are proven to work.
Make a Business Plan
People who have a business plan before starting their business grow at a faster rate than those who don’t have a business plan, usually. They also tend to get more done, as they have something to refer back on when they feel stuck. Making a business plan might take a bit of time and effort, but it’s so worth it in the end. There are even options online that can make it easier for you.
Work With Other Companies
If there are companies you can work in harmony with, then approach them with your ideas via email or over Linkedin. Perhaps they offer a product or service that compliments your product or service. When you work together, you get to share exposure and grow together. Campaigns like this can work wonders. Some companies can even assess your business and give you quality advice on improvements. Look at sites like http://www.kencourtright.com to get a better idea of what we mean.
Make Sure Your Staff are the Best Around
When you cut corners and try to save money on your staff, you hold your business back. By spending a little more money and taking a little more time to find the best people for the job, you’ll help your business grow at a much faster rate. Your staff are the people who are going to help propel you forward, providing they share your view for the future.

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Treat Your Staff With Care
When you have great staff, don’t let them go. They might not stay with you forever and ever, but you can keep them with you as long as possible. Having a high turnover of staff will only cost you a lot of money, and you might even develop a reputation. When your staff are healthy and happy, your business will do much better. They’ll have a direct impact on your customer’s experience, so keeping them happy and showing them you care is the best thing you can do. They’ll also be ambassadors for you for life, whether they’re working with you or not!
Offer Unbeatable Customer Service
When you offer amazing customer service, you make a bigger impression on your customers. They’ll be so much more likely to come back to you when they are impressed with the overall experience you offer. Positive vibes equals more customers for you!
Get Online ASAP
If you’re not online, you’re missing out big time. Online businesses always grow at a faster rate, as the online world is just getting bigger and bigger with no signs of slowing down.
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Mark Asquith

That British podcast guy, Mark is co-founder of Captivate.fm, the world's only growth-oriented podcast host. A Harvard, TEDx, Podcast Movement and Podfest speaker (amongst many more!), he's a wildly approachable Brit and Star Wars/DC Comics geek.

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