All Articles Tagged 'cary' (66)

The Triangle real estate market has been very busy since 2012. The number of properties for sale that have received multiple offers continues to be high in areas that have a shortage of what…

The goal of any business is to get the word out to your target market. Whether you place ads in publications, distribute flyers door to door, network or use social media, the objective to get your info in front of as many people as possible. Referral is another great way to build a business. Sometimes you get business just by asking.

Whatever service you provide, make sure that your customers and prospects are aware of it. Don't (ass)(u)(me) that they know. If you are…

You may have provided outstanding service to your customer. They are, overall, pleased with the work you provided but there's just one little thing that they though could be better. They know you worked hard and have proven to be a true professional, so they may feel a little uncomfortable complaining about it. Are you making sure that your customer is welcome to say something?

Many people don't like to complain because they don't want to bother you. Well, make sure that they know…

You've probably received many phone calls and e-mails, soliciting for your business. We'll if you're like me, you dislike this invasive way of doing business. There are many great salesmen that can talk you into spending money you probably shouldn't. These guys can probably sell ice to an eskimo.

We believe in letting our work speak for itself, rather than trying to talk people into something they aren't sure of. We often get asked if we are going to charge more, once we are in the…

I was taught to always say please and thank you, have respect for others and to be kind. In business, this is one of the things that has helped us to give our customers outstanding service.

When doing business with some people, it feels like they forget about you after the sale. 

I am amazed at how many services I call, not to even get a return call. This is bad business. Even if you are too busy, return their call and…

No doubt, networking is essential for business growth. It is important to let people know who you are and what you do. But like anything else, there's a right way and wrong way about how you network. Here are a few things I have observed and have found, that have helped me to grow our business.

Do: Attend regularly. The more familiar people become with you, the…

Going bankrupt: what does that mean? There are a lot of myths and misconceptions regarding “going bankrupt” or filing for bankruptcy.

Even some “experts” on the topic aren’t helping. For example, there was a recent opinion article in a well-known magazine by an attorney, who spent a lot of energy perpetuating the misconception that bankruptcy is never a good idea.

The author took aim at consumer bankruptcies and the attorneys who handle them, painting them all with one broad…

I am often amazed at how many people use the economic situation or other factors as the reason why they aren't successful. I think some people are gripping onto any excuse as to why they can't get ahead. They want to blame external forces rather than take responsibility.

Sure. The economy can have some effect on cash flow but there are actions that you can take to counter it. I'm a results oriented person. I always expect to succeed, no matter what. If I fail or succeed, I am…

Repeat business and referrals are the life blood of any service business, or any business for that matter. What are you doing to retain customer loyalty? Are you offering a referral reward or a frequent buyer program?

It cost more money to get new customers than to retain the ones you have. If you do a great job and treat your customers right, you will never be without work.

I'm amazed at how some companies treat…

Sometimes, opportunities will present themselves at the most unusual times. Will you be ready to accept the task or will you miss out?

It would be nice if everything worked the way you planned. Customers or clients would only call you, between the hours of 9-5. You wouldn't have to work late or on weekends. A big job would only come in when you aren't busy. Well, this is the real world and we sometimes have to work late, field phone calls at 9pm and take on a big job when you already…

I am amazed at how often Peeps are mentioned as people get ready for the Easter holiday.

There are many factors that can attribute to business success. Hard work, determination and the right kind of exposure will definitely help but sometimes being at the right place at the right time can also help.

I can't tell you how many jobs we have gotten because someone spotted our truck or I just happened to walk into a place and overhear someone talking about carpet cleaning.

I stopped by a carpet store, to tell them…

We've all been there. The New Year brings renewed enthusiasm to get out and attend more networking events, to grow our business. As time goes on, you get busier and you attend less events. Eventually you have so much work that you skip networking altogether. If you're that busy, why do need to network? Here's why.

I've made that same mistake, while building my first business. We had gotten so busy that we stopped going to events and it cost us, in the long run. When the economy was…

Whether it's a deadline or you just need to get things done, how do you handle the pressure? Do you have grace or do you fold under the pressure?

I, Myself, do better when I have pressure. If I have a lot of time to do something, I'm more than likely to wait till the last minute. If I have a small window, I tend to be more productive with less time.

As business owners, we have to adjust to the…

Carpet cleaning can improve the appearance of your home and extend the life of your carpet, but perhaps the most valuable benefit from the process is improving you and your family’s health. Most people are unaware of the importance of a regular carpet maintenance plan.…

I'm sure many of you have been in a situation where you wanted to do something that you know would grow your business but maybe you didn't have the funds for. Perhaps it's during a slow season or you had an unexpected expense come your way. I've found that bartering is a good alternative to get what you want. Here are some ways that you can barter to grow your business.…

When looking for products or service, we are always looking for value. We want to get the most out of our hard earned dollar. Your prospects are also looking for value. What makes what you have to offer a good value?

1. Quality: First and foremost, the quality of your product or service has to be as good, if not better, than advertised. High quality will keep…

Happy New Year, to you and your families! As we start 2013, we hear a lot about new beginnings and resolutions. The problem with resolutions is that many bite off more than they can chew and some start off great but fizzle out, like a bottle rocket.

I stay away from the gym, during the month of January. The gym is flooded with new faces that want to get the year off to a flying start. By February, the crowd lessens and it's back to the same old crew.

The same can be said about…

Did you know that your carpet is the biggest filter, in your home or office. It can trap all type of pollutants like cooking grease, nicotine, pet dander and other allergens. Here are a some reasons why you need to clean you carpets, especially in the…

As 2012 comes to a close, it's a good time to think about the future. It's a time to assess what needs to be done to make 2013 an even better year. You always want to move forward but looking back has some benefits too.

In order to know where you're going, you need to understand where you have been. You don't want to repeat yesterdays mistakes. You want to build upon your strengths and either eliminate or improve your weaknesses. Yesterday offers valuable lessons. Even though times…