5 Tips: How to Increase Your Sales Pipeline

In uncertain times, you’re wise to have 3-5x your target revenue in your pipeline. I hear you saying, “Thanks that news flash, Jill. But how?” Here are five tactics to increase the flow in your pipeline without feeling like a jerk:

Choosing a Small Business Retirement Plan?

Did you start your business to improve your financial security? You’re not alone – according to Entrepreneur Magazine, about two-thirds of US small business owners say they were motivated to start a company to have better financial stability.

Are you spending or investing?

My dad has a tradition of giving the grandkids $20 in quarters for their birthdays. Last year, my son marched his literal money bags to the store on the day after his birthday and bought three Transformers Rescue Bots.

Do you qualify for PPP2? Here’s what to know.

In late December, Congress passed a second round of Paycheck Protection Program funding for small businesses. One of the features is a second draw, meaning you can get a second forgivable loan for your business if you meet certain criteria. First, let’s talk about what first draw and second draw mean. First draw means the […]

Coronavirus: How Worried Should I Be

The stock market is down. What does that mean for your small business? Updated March 12, 2020 My clients and I have been talking about the impacts of coronavirus, or COVID-19, for a few weeks now. But with this week’s stock market drop, I wanted to bring that thinking into one place. I’m thinking about […]

Have you built your expert team?

Whether you’re a solopreneur or well into your CEO-hood, it’s crucial that you have a team of professionals that know you and your business. Who needs to be on that team? Read on…