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Is your growth strategy similar to a night after an Ouzo Fest? Find out by reading this post…
February 1, 2024
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Is your growth strategy similar to a night after an Ouzo Fest? Find out by reading this post…
How do you look to grow your profits? If you are like most business owners, the first answer that comes to mind is find new customers.
But that is like deciding to scale a mountain by coming up the back side over sharp rocks and deadly drops instead of walking up a paved path.
The paved path? Pricing Optimisation.
Our 6 February workshop will delve into a powerful strategy: Impact Based Pricing. Susan Trivers, a renowned Pricing Strategist, has guided clients to win over $72 billion in 20 years. Learn how aligning pricing with the impact you deliver can transform your business.
Join us to discover how effective pricing can be your direct line to success.
Putting together an effective pricing strategy is a common struggle for many entrepreneurs. But the stakes are enormous as pricing determines how fast and far you can grow – or if you will at all.
That’s why I’m excited to share something that could transform how you approach your pricing.
Next Tuesday is our Pricing Mastery and Business Acceleration Workshop which talks about effective pricing and introduces Impact Based Pricing for Business Service Professionals. I’ve crafted an in-depth letter to discuss the workshop – including ‘3 Growth Killing Profit Destroying Pricing Sins’ and as well as strategies that have helped businesses secure over $72 billion in revenue in the last 20 years.
Read more to unlock the secrets of effective pricing.
Say goodbye to under-charging and hello to financial freedom.
As a Business owner, have you ever faced the baffling scenario where customers undervalue your premium services?
I share in this post how my wife, an expert in transforming young struggling readers into confident ones, faced a surprising challenge. Her vast experience was being compared to budget services – much like valuing a child’s future education on par with shopping for a handbag!
This story isn’t just about education; it’s a powerful lesson for all businesses. How do we ensure our clients recognize the true value of our services and don’t just see us as another commodity?
Read the post and reflect on your current pricing strategies.
Discover why it’s crucial to communicate the true worth of your offerings and escape the “commodity swamp.”
Highlights from the launch of the Profit and Dine Mastermind
Read and find out how our Mastermind is the board of advisors you were looking to find…
read on to find out the lesson as to why inviting competitors to a beach party was not such a bad idea….
One of my favourite experiences in my previous career in FX brokerage was during the financial and Dubai debt crisis when we were starting out and had to get ourselves noticed. We threw a massive beach bash, even inviting competitors. Our boss thought we were insane. Maybe – but what unfolded next was even more surprising. Read on to find out..
Discover the power and pitfalls of delegation through Jake’s cautionary journey from thrill-seeking skydiver to responsible business owner to tragic delegation. Jake learned the hard way that delegating tasks requires more than just handing over responsibilities. Read his story here:
In the Film Any Given Sunday there is a scene where the Offensive Linemen refuse to block for the Quarterback and he gets slammed and beaten pretty bad on the field. This lack of protection is often felt by business owners who have to go it alone. Well there is a solution to that problem which we discuss in the article.
Read inside Mark’s amazing journey from unappreciated corporate consultant to a trailblazer who learned to know his worth and make a difference. His story emphasises the importance of demanding fair compensation for one’s contributions.
Check out Mark’s transformation and find out how to improve your professional value in our latest article and workshop.
It’s a great read for anyone looking to get paid what they really deserve.
How can receiving a parking ticket be perfect timing? When you just gave a workshop on differentiation and it comes in as a concrete example of what not to do. Read on to find out more
Dating is in many ways like business. To attract who you want to attract you have to have the unique aspects they are attracted to. Trying to fake it to attract them will set you up for failure. Developing and communicating what makes you unique will attract those who value you and eventually you will find what you have been looking for…
Quick recap of an action packed week with lessons and experiences in robust networking. Read on to find the exciting opportunities to grow your business by learning and interacting with other like minded business owners through Sophiall.
Imagine you’re on holiday, cruising in a rented electric car. The thrill of the drive is slightly dampened by the need to stop every other day for an hour or more at a charging station.
This constant detour, necessary to ensure enough battery for your trips, becomes a significant time eater. This scenario mirrors a common issue in business: undercharging.
Much like the frequent stops to recharge the car, businesses that don’t price their services correctly often find themselves having to ‘recharge’ through seeking additional funding or implementing cost-cutting measures, leading to wasted time and resources.
Read on to see how proper pricing is as crucial to your business as a full battery is to an electric car journey.
Being an entrepreneur can feel like you’re exploring unknown territory.
Imagine having a group of fellow business owners, sort of a board of advisors who can help you navigate the journey, avoid pitfalls and accelerate your growth with lessons from their experience.
These are called Masterminds and Sophiall is launching its own. Read to find out more.
Networking isn’t just a skill; it’s the lifeline of business growth. Our latest article dives into why building and nurturing connections is crucial for success. 🚀
Visibility: Stay at the forefront of your industry through regular networking. Being seen and remembered opens doors to new opportunities.
Knowledge Exchange: Tap into a wealth of insights and innovative ideas from your network.
Collaboration: Forge partnerships that expand your reach and enhance your offerings.
Community: Build a supportive ecosystem that shares in your journey.
A last minute business meeting highlights the lesson of needing to know how much your business is worth today and the clarity to make your decisions on how you want to proceed in 2024 much more powerful and effective.
My client in this case went from obsessing about scraps from a table to building her own banquet and driving any decision for her business on her timing and her terms.
Now she can truly unlock her potential for 2024.
It’s funny to hear Midwesterners complain about a winter that is too mild and yet it shows some people can never be satisfied. Just like some customers are never satisfied and so it’s better to repel them and attract the ones that are not only satisfied, but excited to do business with you. Sounds simple and yet many of us fall into the trap of dancing to some whiner’s tune. For 2024 let your competitors dance with them and keep yourself busy with growing and making your business more valuable.
An overlooked key to building and growing a successful business is learning from what others witnessed or experienced as they grew theirs – and sharing the insights. Our new Sophiall Monthly Mastermind is all about helping you build a “Board of Advisors” or Witnesses around you to help you grow faster and avoid expensive and time wasting mistakes.
Many people are making serious new years resolutions which often end up in the dream or one day column. We are launcing our What are your Wroth Pricing workship on 17 January so you can walk away and implement changes right away to drive up your profits, the value of your business and the freedom and control over your own life.
How do you know if you are keen on growth… well it’s not responding to the clown I mention in this short article. One way is by investing in your business and yourself through a group led mastermind like the Roadblock Advisory Session we are starting 15 January. Details are inside the post.
The 2024 US election season is upon us. It’s a rollercoaster in the Republican camp, with candidates vying to be Trump’s runner-up. But here’s the twist: it’s not just political drama; it’s a lesson in business authenticity and differentiation.
Read how political mistakes that sink a candidate can also be business mistakes that hamper or sink a business. In this article we are talking authentic messages which offers valuable insights for entrepreneurs and political buffs alike. Read on and lets see how authenticity and business strategy resonate with each other
As we look forward to 2024 here is a promotion for upcoming series..
The most beautiful Christmas Experiences are the most authentic. The same holds true for how you value and communicate your business. Authenticity resonates…. trying to be liked by everyone can put you in a ditch..
Reflecting on a unique experience during my study abroad in Freiburg, Germany in 1990, I was reminded of a powerful lesson in pricing. As students, we discovered a payphone glitch that allowed endless free calls worldwide. This led to a frenzy of calls among us until the system was fixed. That incident taught me an invaluable business lesson: the importance of appropriate pricing.
Today, I’m excited to announce two upcoming masterminds focused on this critical topic. Join me and experts Mark Griffiths (17 January) and Susan Trivers (6 February) for workshops on pricing strategy. These sessions are designed to help you assess your value accurately, avoid undercharging, and set prices that reflect the worth of your services.
Don’t miss the chance to elevate your business by mastering the art of pricing. Say goodbye to the uncertainty and pressure of setting prices. Let’s build a solid foundation for your business growth together..
3 lessons from an informal chat. Don’t be the cheapest, do things right and one time, and think like an owner and not an employee. Implement these three and you can dramatically increase your margins and the quality of your business. We will discuss these and other key pricing strategies and insights in greater detail in our 17 January “Do You Charge What You are Worth” Workshop. DM me for details.
An informal coffe chat with 3 business owners turned into a discussion about pricing and the wisdom and lessons that can help you increase your sales, cash flow, and attract the right type of clients to your business. We will discuss these in greater detail tomorrow as well as in our 17 January “Do You Charge What You are Worth” Workshop. Mesage me for details.
How walking into a shop where exceptional customer service should be expected instead reinforced a key business lesson. You can have the most premium products and have them look the best possible but if you, or your staff, act no better than a bouncer at a bikers bar then your business will end up like the one I walked in… empty except for bored and frustrated staff.
In the mood for 4 power mastermind sessions on key topics in helping you remove the roadblocks and unlock the opportunities in your business?
Ready for sessions with fellow business owners where no one tells you how to run your business (after all you know your business very well) but you share and gain insights that can in 30 minutes transform your business and ultimately your life.
Then read on and sign up for the next Roadlbocks Removal Business Advisory series.
In a world where business owners grind endlessly…
They sacrifice time, miss milestones, and tell themselves “someday it’ll be worth it.”
But someday never comes.
The hero becomes the villain—missing it all and leaving with nothing.
If you’re running your business like this, you need to hear the truth.
In my latest article, I share a lesson from The Dark Knight that might change your business (and your life).
Why are so many business owners playing checkers when they should be playing chess?
The biggest mistake isn’t what you’re doing—it’s what you’re NOT asking:
• Why isn’t my business more profitable today?
• Will anyone actually buy it when I’m ready to sell?
Read inside the answers to tough questions business owners avoid—and reveal the simple strategies to take control and maximise value
Is your business a winning chessboard—or are you reacting to avoid losing your queen?
Here’s the brutal truth: If your business has you stuck in “react mode,” you’re not just stressed—you’re leaving money on the table. It’s less profitable to run today and worth less when it’s time to sell.
In my latest article, I reveal how to escape the trap and take back control.
What if the stress in your business isn’t about your employees, your clients, or even the economy? What if it’s something else entirely?
I recently worked with a business owner who thought her team was the problem—but the real issue went much deeper.
And it wasn’t just creating stress—it was dragging down her business’s value.
Curious what we uncovered—and how she’s turning it around?
Yesterday, I met a business owner who thought he was thriving. He personally closed 90% of his company’s deals and was growing sales every year. But when it came time to sell, his biggest strength became his biggest weakness.
It’s a mistake I see far too often—and it can derail your future plans.
Discover how to avoid it here.
What would you do if someone told you your business was worth little to nothing?
That’s the situation Rebecca faced—until one conversation changed everything.
In just 60 minutes, Rebecca discovered the true value of her company, went back to the negotiating table, and walked away with six figures.
Curious how she did it?
It all started with a single, free assessment.
Click below to read her incredible transformation story—and find out what your business might be worth.
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What do investors really see when they look at your business?
Hint: It’s not how hard you’ve worked. They care about one thing—potential.
And some other things we touch on quickly here.
The good news? These are fixable problems.
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