Small Business Consulting

Run your business on autopilot—without losing the human touch. Automation in Small Businesses gives you plug-and-play systems that remove you from the daily grind. From client onboarding to follow-ups, invoices to content calendars, this guide shows exactly what to automate (and what to keep manual) to free up your time. Best tools for solopreneurs to automate email, scheduling, billing, and more Zapier, Make, Calendly, Stripe, ConvertKit, and more—all explained Templates and maps for service businesses, coaches, freelancers, and product sellers How to choose what to automate without ...

Many people know that they have expertise and skills to offer other businesses. They dream of starting their own company, but one thing holds them back: fear. With this fear comes unanswered questions: How do I get started? Who do I need to contact? How much should I charge? How do I put together contracts? How can I stay productive and sane working on my own? And this big question: Can I make a living? In this compact guidebook, Patricia Steele addresses these questions and much more. Using her own experiences and those of others, she explains and demonstrates six basic steps to becoming a...

"Cracking the Code: LinkedIn Lead Generation for Small Business Consultants" is an essential guide designed to empower consultants specializing in aiding small businesses to master LinkedIn for lead generation. This resource is meticulously tailored to unveil the intricacies of LinkedIn's networking platform, demonstrating strategic methods to enhance profile visibility, engage effectively with potential clients, and leverage LinkedIn's unique features for targeted outreach. It provides actionable insights and practical tips on content creation, the use of advanced search techniques, and ...

Chaos isn’t a business strategy—systems are. Business Systemization is your practical roadmap for turning messy, manual workflows into streamlined, repeatable systems that scale. Perfect for small business owners, this guide helps you build SOPs, automation flows, and growth frameworks using affordable tech. How to map your business systems (from sales to service delivery) Creating SOPs using AI tools like ChatGPT and Scribe Low-cost software stacks to support smooth daily operations Delegation-ready workflows that save time and reduce burnoutDon’t wait to “get organized.” Build a...

The metaverse isn’t just hype—it’s your next platform for business growth. Metaverse Explained breaks down what the metaverse is, how it works, and how entrepreneurs and creators can build early authority inside it. Whether you’re a total beginner or curious innovator, this guide gives you the knowledge you need to prepare for Web3. What the metaverse is (and isn’t)—and why it matters for small business How AR/VR, blockchain, and AI connect in the new digital economy Practical applications for retail, real estate, coaching, and education Best platforms (Decentraland, Meta ...

The Ultimate Marketing Guide for Medical Practices is an indispensable audiobook for medical professionals to market their businesses. Dr. Ali Asadi presents an in-depth examination of marketing analysis and emphasizes the importance of setting goals and implementing strategy. He covers in detail such topics as designing an inviting reception area; marketing through brochures, newsletters, and your personal website; determining patient attitudes through surveys; and analyzing your competition.

Cybersecurity for Entrepreneurs is your essential guide to understanding and defending your business from the ever-evolving landscape of online threats. Written specifically for small business owners and entrepreneurs, this book simplifies complex cybersecurity concepts and equips you with practical strategies to safeguard your operations, data, and reputation.

Does the life of a consultant tempt you? Are you worried about leaving the security and stability of corporate life? Does the thought of going it alone excite and terrify you in equal measure? If you are going to make the leap, then this book will alleviate a lot of the risk. Instead of trying to work it out on your own and falling into classic traps, follow Matt’s path and set your consultancy business up for success. If you want the flexibility of being a consultant with the financial security of a profitable business, you’re ready to learn how to go from full-time to fulfilled.

Does it ever feel that you're stuck in traffic with a business that isn't growing while you watch marketing drain your bank account? Does it feel you might be missing critical marketing steps that can help your business grow? In his latest audiobook, Zev Asch, a successful international marketing executive and entrepreneur walks you through these critically overlooked marketing essentials, and with street-smart advice, he outlines simple steps that business owners can take right away to get a return on their marketing investment, increase sales, and boost customer retention.

Build your business toolkit—the smart way. Necessary Online Business Tools cuts through the noise to highlight the must-have software and services every entrepreneur needs to run lean, automate efficiently, and scale sustainably. Forget the fluff—this is the tech stack that works. Top tools for website building, email, e-commerce, marketing, and more Free vs paid options: when to invest and when to wait Stack comparisons (e.g. ConvertKit vs Mailchimp, Canva vs Adobe, SamCart vs Shopify) Time-saving browser extensions and mobile apps for business ownersDon’t waste money testing 50 ...

Before You Apply: Key Tasks for Small Businesses Pursuing Bank Loans is an essential guide for business owners looking to secure funding from traditional banks. It's not the bank’s job to walk you through the loan process, and being unprepared can quickly lead to rejection. This book outlines the 14 crucial tasks every business owner must complete before applying for a loan and explains how failing to do so can hurt your chances of approval.

Without question, IT consultancy is one of the smartest jobs for the money, time, and flexibility it allows. For this reason, people qualified and yet to be qualified aspire to enter the IT consulting space. It then becomes a question of what is required, how to set up, get clients, and dominate competition. How to Start and Run IT Consultancy Business provides you with proven answers to these how's as well as the educational requirements, and the financial outlay for starting an IT firm.

Now a number one international best seller! Half of all new businesses in the US and UK fail within five years. They fail for various reasons, but the main issue is that business owners either don’t face up to their problems at all or when they do, it’s too late. Face It & Fix It is a must-listen audiobook for owners of struggling small businesses; those who don’t have a moment to lose before disaster strikes and their business is lost. It is a hard-hitting and easy-to-understand guidebook that explains how any small business can be transformed into a success.

Uncover the common myths and learn the truths to exponentially elevate your small business brand and bottom line. Your brand is your business, and understanding the fundamentals of brand strategy will help you leverage your competitive advantage. Learn the powerful differences between marketing and branding. You will learn how to decrease customer price sensitivity, increase customer loyalty and advocacy, and increase customer referrals, while creating powerful brand distinction and competitive advantage. Suzanne Tulien is also co-author of Brand DNA; Uncover Your Organization's Genetic ...

Want to start your own digital marketing agency? In this book John shares a step by step approach to get started in the world of SEO (Search Engine Optimization). You will learn about various strategies, tools and services you can use to get started with client prospecting for working with local businesses. John breaks down what he calls "The Pay It Forward Method" a simple approach to building trust with business owners allowing you to eventually turn them into paying clients. You will learn how to find businesses that need your help with online marketing: -By following my “ Pay It ...

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The whiteboard is not only a useful tool, but a powerful metaphor. This new "blank canvas" approach to business is changing how people and companies are executing and thriving in today’s world. Jason Balin and Chris Haddon show you how you too can "whiteboard" your way to a productive, leveraged, and highly profitable business.

Having inspired generations of consultants and entrepreneurs around the world, the “Rock Star of Consulting” Alan Weiss returns with a revised and completely updated edition of his authoritative guide to consulting success.

iCoach is not just a book, but a system refined over 35 years of coaching CEOs and other leaders to meet strategic imperatives. Even if you stay in your current job - and especially if you're the CEO - iCoach gives you access to being a successful coach. iCoach is your road map to real power - by unleashing people. The problem is, we know how to fly a robot to Mars, yet we know next to nothing about empowering people - igniting their productivity. If working with others is a mystery (or a pain) to you, iCoach® is the solution.

Marketing Doesn’t Have to Be a Mystery! Are you tired of making costly marketing and advertising mistakes? Imagine never wasting money again. What if you could only do marketing that works? Derek Champagne is the founder & CEO of The Artist Evolution, a full service marketing agency building successful brands, marketing tools, and campaigns for startups and household brands. With over a 15+ year career in the marketing space, Champagne has amassed a treasure trove of knowledge on branding and marketing, and shares his sometimes candid, often chuckle-worthy, and always clear advice with ...