Building Resilience: My Journey to Becoming Stronger

Building Resilience: My Journey to Becoming Stronger

There was a time in my life when everything felt like it was unraveling. I found myself raising my six-year-old daughter as a single parent, just after emerging from a traumatic divorce. My self-confidence was at an all-time low. I was juggling too many...
How Startups Can Start “Lean”

How Startups Can Start “Lean”

If you’re launching a startup, you’ve probably heard about the importance of having a clear business plan. But for many entrepreneurs, traditional business plans can feel rigid and time-consuming. The Lean Canvas Model is perfect for startups because it zeroes in on...
Customer Persona = Profile +++

Customer Persona = Profile +++

Many businesses know about customer profiles—basic descriptions of their customers, like age or gender. But customer profiles alone don’t give you the full picture. To truly connect with your customers and understand what drives them, you need customer personas....
Pitfalls of SWOT Analysis To Avoid

Pitfalls of SWOT Analysis To Avoid

SWOT Analysis—Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats—is a popular tool for assessing a business’s position. It should be a strategic tool, but too often, it’s used in a superficial way as a routine exercise. The Pitfalls of a Superficial SWOT Analysis 1....
When 3Ps > 4Ps

When 3Ps > 4Ps

You’ve probably heard of the 4Ps of marketing in your marketing textbook – Product, Price, Place, and Promotion. For a long time, these four elements were the core of any marketing strategy. But as businesses evolved and customer expectations shifted, the 4Ps...