When you run a business, there are lots of moving parts. One thing people tend to overlook is how they handle accounts payable—the money you owe to vendors or suppliers. But this connection is more important than it first seems. Paying bills is one thing. Keeping those vendors happy is another. Both matter if you … Read more
Introduction: Why Accounts Payable Matters More Than You Think Accounts payable isn’t just pushing paper. It’s at the heart of keeping your business running smoothly. For a lot of companies, it’s one of those backend tasks that rarely gets much attention – until something goes wrong. But managing your bills, and more specifically, keeping your … Read more
Mentorship might seem like a big-company thing. But for a lot of small businesses, it’s the secret sauce that helps people grow faster and feel like they matter. Small company owners rarely have time to build complex programs—yet, a bit of structure can make a major difference for everyone. A real mentorship program doesn’t have … Read more
Trendjacking probably sounds like something only big brands pull off—jumping into a viral moment, hoping to ride the wave of attention. But it’s actually everywhere. If you’ve ever seen a brand tweet a meme or reference a hot news story, you’ve seen trendjacking in action. Marketers love it because it’s fast and, when it works, … Read more
Referral loops aren’t exactly the flashiest part of a business strategy, but there’s a reason they keep showing up in boardroom discussions. A referral loop is, at its heart, when your customers keep bringing in new customers—who then do the same. It’s like word-of-mouth, but with a little more structure behind it. What makes referral … Read more
Let’s talk straight about risk registers and why they matter for small business owners. A risk register is a simple list of all the things that could go wrong in your business, along with what you’re doing about them. It’s like a to-do list for “what if” scenarios—except, you hope most of these never happen. … Read more