Business Issues

Your Company's Vision

Your Company's Vision
By Christina Suter on Nov 03, 2018 at 12:00 PM in Business Issues

I have the heart of an entrepreneur, and as much as I love doing my work of small business management, what lights me up is helping people transform and experience abundance and freedom. Prioritizing your life and budget helps you achieve your freedom no matter your income level. My business began with a 30-second vision. Did you have a vision when you decided to be a small business owner? Does your vision drive your current business plan?

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Radio: Your Company's Vision

Radio: Your Company's Vision
By Christina Suter on Nov 01, 2018 at 05:00 AM in Business Issues

Although I am a small business consultant, business isn't what lights me up. I'm passionate about helping people experience transformation, abundance, and freedom in their personal and professional lives. This week I will be discussing the vision you have (or should have) for your company and how that vision affects your everyday work.

Tune in today, Thursday Novemeber 1, 2018, at 8am and 2pm PST to the Ask Christina First Radio Show on www.awoptalk247.com

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Is Your Industry Moving On Without You?

Is Your Industry Moving On Without You?
By Christina Suter on Oct 20, 2018 at 12:00 PM in Business Issues

Do you track your industry? Do you know where your industry is going and what's affecting it?

When automobiles took over the buggy-whip industry those who didn't make the change with the trend went out of business. When interior designers, bookstores, or restaurants don't keep up with trends or look at forecasting or changes to come in their industry they are forced to close their doors. 

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Radio: Is Your Industry Moving On Without You?

Radio: Is Your Industry Moving On Without You?
By Christina Suter on Oct 18, 2018 at 04:00 AM in Business Issues

Do you track your industry? Do you know where your industry is going and what's affecting it? Every six months or so, intentionally read, attend conferences, and networking events surrounding your industry so you can keep up with trends.

Tune in today, Thursday, October 18, 2018, at 8am and 2pm PST on www.awoptalk247.com to listen to the Ask Christina First Radio Show.

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Mindset and Personal Growth

Mindset and Personal Growth
By Christina Suter on Oct 13, 2018 at 11:00 AM in Business Issues

Why did you become an entrepreneur? What was the vision that first led you to action and what keeps you going?

Your mindset is a choice. I used to wish I were like everyone else. I remember telling my therapist years ago that I just wanted to be normal. Then a funny thing happened; I shot past normal.

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Radio: Mindset and Personal Growth

Radio: Mindset and Personal Growth
By Christina Suter on Oct 11, 2018 at 05:00 AM in Business Issues

I am writing about this topic on a small business related blog because the joy, enthusiasm, enrollment, and engagement you bring to your business directly effects how successful your business is.

Tune in Thursday, October 11, 2018, at 8am and 2pm PST to listen to the Ask Christina First Radio Show on www.awoptalk247.com

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Weekly Eyes on Your Business

Weekly Eyes on Your Business
By Christina Suter on Oct 06, 2018 at 10:17 AM in Business Issues

Last month I discussed the components of your business you should keep your eyes on weekly and monthly. This post is about the aspects of your business that need your attention and evaluation on a yearly basis. When you choose to work on your business you feel in control instead of your business controlling you. 

The 5 elements of a yearly company review:

1. Profit and Loss Statement (P&L)- Take a look at your pricing, marketing, staffing, and direction.

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Radio: Eyes On Your Business Yearly

Radio: Eyes On Your Business Yearly
By Christina Suter on Oct 04, 2018 at 03:00 AM in Business Issues

This week on the radio I will be talking about the yearly review of your business as a follow-up to last week's month's show, "Eyes on your business weekly and monthly".

Tune in today, Thursday, October 4, 2018, at 8am and 2pm PT on www.awoptalk247.com to listen to the Ask Christina First Radio Show.

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Eyes on Your Business Weekly & Monthly

Eyes on Your Business Weekly & Monthly
By Christina Suter on Sep 22, 2018 at 09:00 AM in Business Issues

As a business owner, I recommend you have regular company reviews. Weekly, monthly, bi-annual, and annual collections of information lead to positive, effective reviews. Weekly you should enter the hours for you and your employees, your billing and invoicing, tracking information on inventory, pricing, sales, and anything specific to you and your business like your social media or marketing initiatives.

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Two Cornerstones That Will Break Your Company

Two Cornerstones That Will Break Your Company
By Christina Suter on Sep 15, 2018 at 09:14 AM in Business Issues

What are the two elements that require your attention so your business doesn't fall apart? There are nine elements that can be divided into 3 categories within your business: Level 1- products, systems, customer service. Level 2- marketing, finance, team. Level 3- leadership, trends & forecasting, envisioning and strategic planning. Each element serves a primary purpose in your business.

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