In every client engagement that involves the aspect of building a powerful team we always begin with a focus on the company culture.  As we ask questions about the client's perspective of their culture we get some interesting answers. The client begins to verbalize their uncertainty about our approach as they expected us to start our focus on the process and job posting channels they use to attract new hires, or what their interview process looks like, or whether their compensation package is competitive. Once we talk through the importance of company culture and the ownership and management team are on board with the plan to improve company culture, they are very pleased with the result of our consulting project. We are always excited to see this topic discussion on a source that is much larger and more believable than us here at Business Infusion. So take a few minutes and read this article written by Ryan Seller for Entrepreneur.com: Six Tips for Business Owners on How to Improve Company Culture #companyculture #businessowners #employees #businessmanagement

In our consulting client engagements the first question we ask is: What is your long term plan for your business? It is no surprise that most entrepreneurs do not have an answer to this question. They have spent a great deal of time determining how to start and grow their business, and how to achieve continual success, but they have not taken the time to look at what happens when they are done. Starting and growing a business comes with so many ups and downs, even when you reach a level of success you thought was what you wanted, once there you find you want to expand or explore different business strategies. It is a never ending process that requires your time and attention, and most often that means the consideration for what the ultimate plan is has not yet surfaced for your consideration. But the catch is… What you want as an ultimate goal for your business needs to be considered as you make decisions along the path of starting and growing it. We understand it is kind of putting the cart before the horse, a bit of a prenup for business, but it really is important to make the determination of the exit strategy as early as possible. It is especially important to have your eye on the exit strategy when you are considering major changes in the business such as a merger or the purchase of another business. Merging and acquiring synergistic businesses is often a very powerful way to reach higher levels of growth, but this decision should be made with strong consideration of your long term goal. Buying Selling Merging Transferring to Family Absentee Ownership These are the options. What is your plan? Need some sage advice on your business operations and plans? Please give us a call and let’s talk about it, 619-798-6774! You will learn a lot during our conversation and we will give you plenty of food for thought! #sellingabusiness #businessmanagement #smallbusiness