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Growth Strategies

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Unlocking Growth: Step-by-Step Guide to Building Your Business Strategy

Let’s put things in perspective: 30% of small businesses fail within their first two years. By year five, that number rises to 50%, and by year ten, a staggering 70% have closed their doors. Why is this the case? The primary reason is that most small businesses lack a clear, actionable strategy that everyone understands and can implement. This gap between vision and execution is critical, and it’s where many businesses falter.

Jun 264 min read

Rethinking Business Strategy: What it is, and What it is Not

For most small and medium enterprise (SME) owners, "strategy" often gets buried under the demands of running day-to-day operations. Tight budgets, limited resources, and constant firefighting can make it seem impossible to prioritize long-term planning

Jun 124 min read

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The Good Tension of Change in Business

Change naturally makes people uneasy. Our brains are wired to crave predictability, so when routines get shaken up, anxiety follows. Employees might worry about job security, new expectations, or simply the unknown. This resistance is normal—and, believe it or not, it’s a sign that something important is happening.

May 154 min read