Business Development

The Small Business Advantage: Leveraging a Holistic Approach for Comprehensive Growth

In the dynamic realm of small business, the key to sustained growth and success lies not in isolated strategies but in a comprehensive, holistic approach to business development. This method transcends traditional piecemeal tactics, integrating all facets of your business into a cohesive strategy. Let’s explore why adopting this holistic perspective is beneficial and essential …

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Celebrating Empowerment: Honoring Women’s Achievements – Slark Consulting Group

As Women’s History Month unfolds, we at Slark Consulting Group take immense pride in celebrating the extraordinary achievements of our women-owned business clients. Your resilience, innovation, and leadership continue to break barriers and inspire a legacy of empowerment. Your ventures are more than businesses; they are a testament to the enduring spirit of female entrepreneurship …

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Important Deadline for PPP and EIDL Borrowers

The U.S. Small Business Administration will begin referring defaulted PPP and COVID-EIDL borrowers with loans under $100,000 to the U.S. Treasury Department and the Internal Revenue Service for collection beginning March 4, 2024. If you have not already applied for loan forgiveness or entered into a payment plan, you must act before March 3, 2024. If …

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Is It Worth It to Post Infrequently on Social Media?

This post was written by my friend, Melissa Forziat and I thought it was a powerful message for many small business owners. Rick Let’s face it – when you have a small business, you might be your own marketing department.  Plus the legal team.  Plus the bookkeeper.  Plus customer service.  Plus human resources.  There are …

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Why Your Small Business Needs a Mission and Vision Statement (and How to Write One)

A mission and vision statement is not just a catchy slogan or a marketing tool. It is a powerful way to communicate your small business’s purpose, goals, and values to your customers, employees, and stakeholders. A well-crafted mission and vision statement can help you: Define your niche and competitive advantage. A mission and vision statement …

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The Ultimate Guide to Business Planning: 4 Reasons Why You Need One.

A business plan is a document that describes your business goals, strategies, and financial projections. It is not just a requirement for getting funding or launching a new venture but a valuable tool for managing and growing your business. Here are four reasons why you need a business plan: 1. To plan for viability and …

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Introducing Slark Consulting Group’s Business Assessments: Unlock Your Business Potential!

Are you looking to take your business to the next level? At Slark Consulting Group, we understand that every business is unique and success hinges on a solid foundation. That’s why we offer comprehensive Business Assessments to identify your organization’s strengths, weaknesses, and growth opportunities. Contact Slark Consulting Group today at slarkconsultinggroup.com

Navigating Uncertainty: A Blueprint for Business Resiliency

“In a world where economic shifts, political dynamics, and natural occurrences unfold unpredictably, our transformative workshop is your key to unlocking organizational resilience. Join us for an enlightening journey as we reveal the top ten proven strategies to empower your business to survive and thrive in constant change. Don’t miss this opportunity to future-proof your …

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Good or Bad? Employee Year-End Reviews

As Bob Dylan sings, “The times they are a-changin’.” With the massive changes in employee management, it’s crucial to reevaluate traditional practices like year-end performance reviews. While these reviews have long been a staple of the corporate world, their effectiveness in motivating employees is increasingly under scrutiny. According to a Gallup poll, a mere 14% …

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Elf on a What? It will never work!

“Elf on a what? It will never work!”As much a part of Christmas today as indulging in Starbucks’ festive holiday drinks, it’s essential to remember that in 2004, “The Elf on the Shelf” faced significant hurdles to publication. The family behind this now-famous holiday phenomenon encountered substantial financial challenges during those early years. They found …

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