Now that summer is a memory and we’re knee deep in autumn, our thoughts naturally turn toward blazing fire pits, bonfires and fireplaces. And as every experienced fire builder knows, you need to keep your embers hot if you want a successful fire. The farther away an...
Listen To and Observe What Others are Saying This step seems easy right? You may be saying to yourself, “I got this one. Let’s move on.” Well, you may be surprised to discover that you’re not as good as you think. “A study of...
Be Accessible. Be Active. Be Attentive. Have you ever volunteered at a construction project? Worked hard with a community of people to accomplish a large goal? It takes a whole lot of effort and team work doesn’t it? If your co-laborers see you sitting around,...
Manage your brand perception. So how often do you take the time to reflect on how others perceive you and your business? The way people perceive you directly impacts the chances of them doing business with you. Also, your potential for referrals goes way down. So...
Connect with those who will lead you towards success. When using social media as part of your marketing mix understand that the most valuable commodity are your connections. These contacts are the keys to your success. While online they are seen digitally, consider...