The Small Business Blog

NOVEMBER 17, 2009

However a recession can be a excellent time to spend money too, providing you have the cash to spend – here are some tips on how to spend & save at the same time: Always ask for a better price , no matter what, always ask. If the supplier knows you are ready to buy for the right price they will cut you a deal.

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The Small Business Blog

NOVEMBER 13, 2007

But remember you are working with small business and start-up business, like SOHO-, SME, SMB-, Micro-, Lifestyle-, Home-, DIY-, Hobby-, Boomer- or Personal business, like professional, contractors, freelancer, self-employed, sole-trader and virtual assistants , you need to keep the price low for them.

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The Small Business Blog

JUNE 29, 2010

If your business has an inventory make sure you source the best suppliers at the right price, and don’t be afraid to haggle ! In this economy, every price is negotiable. Shop around : Make sure you are getting the best deals from all you suppliers- right down to your electricity, broadband and gas bills.

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Service Untitled

OCTOBER 21, 2010

Great customer experiences are not accidental; they are strategically designed to appeal to everything that touches a consumer, client, or customer. Extraordinary customer experiences extend to all points of the connection that will affect the reason a customer returns. All customers or clients have experiences.

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Energage

SEPTEMBER 4, 2017

In April 2017, American Airlines announced it was proactively increasing the pay for pilots and flight attendants, two years ahead of contract negotiations. off the share price. The stock price has since bounced back, but the initial jolt was telling. Improved customer service, which translates to customer retention.

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Productivityist

DECEMBER 15, 2013

One of our virtual assistants is a 40+ year-old multilingual, experienced marketing and SEO specialist with a good understanding of sales and customer service. German” or “Excel” or “Customer Service”), which would have led to a minor disaster if I hadn’t noticed in the last minute that the person was not optimal for the job.

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Small Business CEO

JULY 6, 2011

One company outsourced its IT, negotiating excellent rates. Horrendous customer service created productivity issues. Is every order placed by the vendor, or is pricing cross-checked by your CIO or by purchasing? Did you sign up for outsourcing figuring you could forget about IT? Policies and Procedures.

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Recruit CRM

JUNE 17, 2021

This comprises marketing listings, presenting guidance to buyers and sellers, delivering exceptional customer service and examining everything one needs to succeed in this industry.

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Success

MAY 25, 2025

Customer service is crucial because it directly impacts a company’s bottom line and reputation. A good interaction will change a customer from a buyer into a lifelong supporter, singing the company’s praises from the rooftops. Make your customers comfortable and they will give you their lives.

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Allwork

MAY 14, 2025

Peer networks, pricing benchmarks, and mentorship programs can help close the gap. So does the gender pricing gap disappear when freelancers set their own rates? In concrete terms, male freelancers charge around $60 more for comparable services. In legal services, for example, men charge an average of $144.78 In the U.K.,

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Success

APRIL 9, 2025

In fact, many are now negotiating flexible work arrangements to gain greater control over their careers while staying present for their families. Whether you have a knack for writing, customer service, graphic design or social media management, theres likely a freelance opportunity that fits your strengths.

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Success

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Conduct a competitive analysis : Study both direct and indirect competitors , focusing on their pricing, customer service, branding and distribution channels. Identifying barriers to entry, like high startup costs or strong customer loyalty, can help hone your competitive approach.

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Service Untitled

JULY 15, 2010

Service Untitled The blog about customer service and the customer service experience. Expressive : Spontaneous, good negotiator,and learns by doing. The price was $4,200, a higher price than the woman had expected, but the salesperson offered her interest free financing for 36 months.

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Success

MARCH 4, 2024

Getting to Yes: Negotiating Agreement Without Giving In By Roger Fisher, William Ury and Bruce Patton Everyone needs to have negotiation skills. Most people think of negotiation as an “us-versus-them” situation. Henry Ford and IKEA are well-known price simplifiers too.

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