Why Subscription-Based Business Models Don’t Work

Why Subscription-Based Business Models Don’t Work

Are you considering a subscription-based business model for your company? Are you looking for new ways to increase revenue from existing customers? For many companies such as Netflix, subscription-based business models are the only way to gain profits because they’re “subscriber-only” services. However, that doesn’t mean subscription-based business models are meant for every business. Learn why Byron Sharp, the author of How Brands Grow, believes that subscription-based business models don’t work for a lot of businesses.

Bad Marketing: The 2 Strategies You Should Avoid

Bad Marketing: The 2 Strategies You Should Avoid

What are bad marketing strategies? Why are people so inclined to use these strategies for their marketing campaigns? There are plenty of marketing strategies to utilize for your business, but you should be wary of some of them. Bad marketing strategies can cost your company thousands of dollars, and you’re less likely to gain new customers from them. Here are two bad marketing strategies to avoid if you want your business to be successful, according to Byron Sharp in his book How Brands Grow.

The 3 Marketing Myths That Most People Fall For

The 3 Marketing Myths That Most People Fall For

What are the most common marketing myths that are easy to fall for? How are these misconceptions hurting businesses? In How Brands Grow, Byron Sharp claims that modern marketing strategies are less likely to gain businesses profits. Instead, he says that traditional marketing is still the superior strategy, as it avoids dangerous marketing myths. Keep reading to learn more about these marketing myths, and why you shouldn’t believe them.

Why All-Cash Offers on Houses Are Attractive to Sellers

Why All-Cash Offers on Houses Are Attractive to Sellers

What is the best way to pay for a house? Why is it smarter for you to make an all-cash offer on your house? In the book Buy, Rehab, Rent, Refinance, Repeat, real estate agent David M. Greene says that sellers are more inclined to accept all-cash offers on houses. Compared to your competition, you don’t have to worry about pulling out because of loans, appraisals, or possible inspections. Continue reading to learn why making an all-cash offers on a house is the smarter way to buy and invest.

A Complete Guide to the Best Sales Methods

A Complete Guide to the Best Sales Methods

What are the best sales methods? How can you decide which method is best for your business? A sales method is a set of rules you use to determine how to sell a product or service to customers. Now that the traditional sales model is barely effective in the digital age, many businesses are searching far and wide for modern methods to stand out in the consumer market. Here’s a basic rundown of six popular sales methods so you can decide which one works best for your business rather than relying on the dying traditional sales model.

Working With Vendors: The Golden Rule

Working With Vendors: The Golden Rule

What are the standards for working with vendors? How can you build a strong relationship with your vendors? Like customers you work with, vendors require the utmost respect and attention. Former CEO of Zappos Tony Hsieh claims that a positive relationship with your vendors is important for your company’s mission and reputation, and all it takes is to follow the Golden Rule. Let’s explore how working with vendors is similar to customer service, and how to treat your vendors with the highest regard.

What Is Great Customer Service? The 2 Key Elements

What Is Great Customer Service? The 2 Key Elements

What is great customer service? What should you do to encourage effective customer service in your business? A customer’s emotional experience can determine whether or not they will return to your business. In Delivering Happiness, Zappos’s former CEO Tony Hsieh describes the importance of great customer service and how his employees achieved it. Learn more about what great customer service is and the steps you can take to ensure your customer will have a positive experience.

The Sales Bible: Review of a Sales Classic

The Sales Bible: Review of a Sales Classic

What sales wisdom does Jeffrey Gitomer have to share from his vast experience? Why does he regard selling as a science rather than an art? Jeffrey Gitomer has 40 years of experience in sales. He believes that anyone can learn to sell, and he shares his insights and solutions in the book The Sales Bible. While he doesn’t go into depth about any particular methodology, he offers plenty of practical tips for everyday selling scenarios. Keep reading for The Sales Bible review.

Listening to Customers Increases Sales: Here’s How

Listening to Customers Increases Sales: Here’s How

How important is listening in the sales process? How might you become a better listener? According to The Sales Bible, listening to customers is probably the most important part of sales. However, many salespeople don’t understand this. Most people are actually pretty poor listeners. Author Jeffrey Gitomer offers three tips to help you become better at listening. Read more for insights on listening to customers.