Gold is always a valuable asset in your investment portfolio. As your portfolio evolves and you reach different life stages, your reasons for buying gold and how much gold you should have will change. You also have to respond to the market, too, not just your own position. Too little gold means you could…
Every business has a target audience and within that target audience is a smaller subgroup of people that share specific characteristics and who have particular needs, wants, and preferences. These niches are a rich source of marketing opportunities for every business owner. While niche marketing isn't for every business, those businesses that have the chance…
A business system, or standard operating procedure, is a guide that outlines the exact steps that need to be followed to complete a task. While seasoned team members already know how to complete the tasks, and think that documented business systems are unnecessary, when new employees are hired, having the business systems documented will help…
Too many small business owners start out thinking that they need to be all things to all people. They believe by not doing this; they are leaving business on the table. However, this attitude can increase your risk of burnout, confusion, exhaustion, and ultimately failure. By taking the time to define a specific niche, you…
When you first started your business, you probably never imagined that it would quickly take up all your free time to keep things running. From answering an endless number of emails to ensuring your invoices are created and sent to your clients, the daily tasks that you're required to do can become overwhelming. Systemizing your…
There are a ton of articles, blog posts, video tutorials, and online courses that you can find, which claim to hold the secret to you getting rich. Some of these might work and many might make sense, but most are absolutely worthless. This is especially the case with resources that promise get-rich-quick methods. If you…
When it comes to finding a viable and profitable niche market, the secret is finding the right keywords. Without the right keywords, you could be selling yourself short on your potential to be successful. Researching keywords is a lot like fishing, you have to cast your reel at the right time and in the right…
For your business to grow and become successful, it's imperative that you create a systemized business. Business systems are essential for building an asset that will generate the most significant return on your investment, creating the structure and order needed to produce your product, and for providing consistent results every time, exactly as promised. While…
With the rise in popularity of social media, it has never been easier to uncover your competitor’s weaknesses. The many successful participants in the internet marketing industry reflect the growing importance of competitive marketing analysis. This information has become more crucial than ever. Healthy competition is an essential component of success. Taking a peek at…
You started your own business because you wanted the freedom that comes with being your own boss. Unfortunately, reality has set in, and you find that you are now busier than ever and can barely find the time to eat, let alone enjoy running your own company. If you’re bogged down with the daily tasks…