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HOW TO TRANSFORM YOUR BUSINESS IN JUST 12 MONTHS

February 17, 2025 By Melinda Emerson Leave a Comment

Every small business owner dreams of having a thriving, profitable business that doesn’t require them to be involved in every single detail. But too often, business owners find themselves overwhelmed, overworked, and underpaid—struggling to figure out how to scale without burnout. The truth is you don’t need three – five years to turn your business […]

Filed Under: 10 Things Lists, My Recommendations, Your Small Business Tagged With: automation, brand positioning, business coaching, business growth, business scaling, business transformation, entrepreneur tips, financial freedom, increase revenue, lead generation, marketing for entrepreneurs, multiple income streams, online business growth, passive income, revenue growth, sales funnel, sales strategy, scale your business, small business strategy, small business success, small business tips, Time management

15 Ways to Generate More Brand Love for Your Small Business 

February 10, 2025 By Melinda Emerson Leave a Comment

Building a business is about more than just selling products or services; it’s about creating a connection with your audience. You must create a brand, and your customer service needs to live up to your brand promise. Brand love isn’t just a buzzword; it’s the key to customer loyalty, repeat sales, and a growing fanbase […]

Filed Under: 15 Things Series, Branding & Marketing, Solopreneurs Tagged With: brand authenticity, brand love, brand marketing, brand storytelling, brand strategy, business growth, community building, customer engagement, customer experience, customer loyalty, customer retention, how to build brand love, marketing tips, small business branding, small business success, social media branding

Is Your Self-Esteem Holding Back Your Small Business?

October 28, 2024 By Melinda Emerson Leave a Comment

Self-esteem is the way we perceive and value ourselves. It is a critical component of our personal well-being. But did you know that it also plays a significant role in the success or failure of your small business? For many entrepreneurs, particularly women business owners, low self-esteem can be a silent saboteur, preventing us from […]

Filed Under: Become Your Own Boss Tips, Fix Your Business, Grow Your Business, How to Start, Solopreneurs, Starting A Small Business, Staying Productive, Uncategorized, Women in Business, Your Small Business Tagged With: building confidence in business, business growth strategies, decision making for entrepreneurs, female entrepreneurs, innovation in small business, leadership and self-esteem, networking for entrepreneurs, overcoming low self-esteem, self-esteem in business, small business success

Is Your Brand Strong Enough to Support Expansion into New Markets?

July 8, 2024 By Melinda Emerson Leave a Comment

Expanding into new markets is a thrilling prospect for any business. It offers the opportunity to reach new customers, increase revenue, and enhance brand visibility. However, entering new markets also comes with significant challenges, and one critical question that businesses must ask themselves is: “Is our brand strong enough to support this expansion?” This blog […]

Filed Under: Business Inspiration, Fix Your Business, Grow Your Business, Your Small Business Tagged With: Apple, brand adaptation, brand audit, Brand Awareness, brand expansion, brand identity, brand messaging, brand reputation, brand storytelling, brand strength, business growth strategies, business strategy, community building, consistent branding, corporate social responsibility, customer insights, customer loyalty, Customer Service, customer success, design and aesthetics, entrepreneurship, global expansion, loyalty programs, market entry, market research, new markets, Nike, personalization, quality assurance, referral programs, small business growth, small business success, Starbucks, successful brands, visual identity

SmallBizLady Summer Reading List 2024

June 24, 2024 By Melinda Emerson Leave a Comment

It’s Summer, and that means it’s time a grab a good book and grow your expertise. There are many business books that have delivered an array of insightful and actionable reads. There are a particular set of books that I find valuable for small business owners seeking to navigate the complexities of entrepreneurship. Here are […]

Filed Under: 15 Things Series, Business Inspiration, Fix Your Business, Grow Your Business, My Recommendations, Your Small Business Tagged With: Book list, business finance, business owner, compound interest, diversification, entrepreneurship, financial planning, Financial Security, Individual 401(k), Investment Strategies, passive income, real estate investment, retirement accounts, retirement savings, SEP IRA, small business, small business success, small business tips, succession planning, summer reading, summer reading list, tax advantages, wealth management

Celebrate National Small Business Week 2024

April 29, 2024 By Melinda Emerson Leave a Comment

Join me and the Small Business Administration for National Small Business Week from April 28 – May 4, 2024. This is our nation’s celebration of the 33.5 million small businesses across the country. Small businesses are the backbone of our economy, and this is our week to shine as entrepreneurs, employers, and innovative startups. The last […]

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How to Thrive as a Small Business for 25+ Years

March 11, 2024 By Melinda Emerson Leave a Comment

Surviving and thriving in the competitive landscape of running a small business is no small feat. I’m proud to say this month, we here at Quintessence Group are celebrating 25 years in business. Honestly, I can’t believe it. It really doesn’t feel like it’s been that long.  In the early years, we weathered the storms […]

Filed Under: Business Inspiration Tagged With: 25 Years Strong, business advice, business development, Business Insights, business journey, business leadership, Business Milestone, business strategy, business vision, Customer Focus, entrepreneurial journey, entrepreneurial mindset, entrepreneurship, Innovation in Business, long-term success, relationship building, small business growth, small business success, small business tips, Success Stories

Turning Resolutions into Reality: A Blueprint for Small Business Success in 2024

January 1, 2024 By Melinda Emerson Leave a Comment

As the clock strikes midnight on January 1, small business owners across the globe are filled with renewed hope, setting resolutions to make the coming year their best one yet. However, the unfortunate reality is that many of these aspirations fall by the wayside as the year progresses. The biggest goal killer in business is […]

Filed Under: 15 Things Series, Business Inspiration, Fix Your Business, Grow Your Business, How to Start, Melinda Emerson @SmallBizLady, Your Small Business Tagged With: business growth, business planning, business strategy, Clear Goals, coaching, Consultation, customer loyalty, entrepreneurship, Failure to Implement, Financial Goals, goal setting, Health and Well-being, New Year Resolutions, personal growth, Productivity, Professional Development, Resolutions Into Reality, Small Business Coaching, Small Business Resolutions, small business success, strategic planning, Team Building, Technology in Business, Time management, work-life balance

The SmallBizChat Podcast: The Real Social Media Game: Being Profitable vs Popular with Lamar Tyler

April 2, 2020 By Melinda Emerson Leave a Comment

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Lamar Tyler is the CEO of digital marketing agency Traffic Sales and Profit and the founder of Tyler New Media. Alongside his wife, Ronnie, Lamar launched his blog Black and Married With Kids, an international brand that now has over 35,000 customers spanning 43 countries across all 50 states. Lamar is an esteemed internet marketing […]

Filed Under: The SmallBizChat Podcast Tagged With: advertising, brand audience, grow your following, monetize your brand, small business owners, small business success, utilize social media

Top 10 Small Business Experts to Follow Online

May 13, 2019 By Melinda Emerson 1 Comment

Small Business Experts

If you are looking for advice and information to grow your small business, there are people who have made this their life’s work. I am proud to say that most of them are people whose books and blogs I read often. Like me, they are on a mission to end small business failure. Here are […]

Filed Under: 10 Things Lists, Your Small Business Tagged With: business tips, small business, small business experts, small business success

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