Blog tagged as Entrepreneurship

A full business plan doesn’t have to be long. This article shows you how to craft a 1-page strategic plan that keeps your business focused, agile, and aligned, with clear steps to define vision, goals, strategy, and metrics.

Discover how combining Zoho CRM, Social, SalesIQ, Campaigns, Books, and Subscriptions can power a full sales and customer lifecycle. From lead generation to recurring revenue and customer satisfaction, all in one seamless ecosystem.

Tips and strategies for writing persuasive business proposals that convert prospects into clients without oversharing your expertise.

Zoho Survey is more than a form builder—it’s a powerful tool for collecting and acting on customer feedback. Learn how to design effective surveys, integrate with other Zoho apps, and turn responses into business growth.

Master Zoho Forms by designing smart forms, automating workflows, integrating with CRM and other apps, and analyzing your data for strategic insights. Turn every submission into action.

Integrating marketing with business development helps build brand recognition, reduce the sales cycle, revive lost leads, and encourage repeat business and referrals. Combining both functions ensures your brand stays top-of-mind and competitive.

A business plan keeps your operations proactive, optimizes resources, ensures healthy cash flow, boosts your credibility with lenders, and helps secure discounts. Discover 5 reasons why a solid plan is key to business success.

Business developers often give away too much free advice in the sales process, risking lost value in paid services. This article explores how to set boundaries, qualify leads early, and structure your sales funnel to protect your time and expertise.

Hiring a consulting firm is just the start—your role as a client is key. Set clear KPIs, share info openly, communicate often, and let consultants work freely. With patience and support, you’ll maximize the value of your investment.

A realistic sales funnel drives smart business development. Learn to use weighted values, age opportunities, close out dead leads, and focus on the top 20% of prospects that will generate 80% of your revenue. Stop wasting time and boost forecasting accuracy!