Brad Sugars
Brad Sugars is an Australian entrepreneur, author and business coach. He has been in business for himself since age 15, owning and operating more than two dozen companies, from pizza to ladies fashion, from real estate to insurance and more. He is founder of ActionCOACH, a business coaching franchise based in Las Vegas, Nev., and author of 14 business books.
How to Make Sure There's a Market for Your Business Idea
No matter how great your idea, if you don't have a solid market, you're wasting your time. Here are four ways to be more strategic about positioning your business idea for the right customers.
Funding 101: How to Position Your Startup as a Good Investment
Why you should look beyond bootstrapping and loans from friends and family to set your company up for success and win investors.
Grow Your Business By Getting Back to Basics
You don't have to venture far to find the next big idea. Growing your business is all about knowing where to look for opportunities. Here are five places to start.
Start Now to Prepare to Sell Your Business This Year
Lots of businesses have changed hands in the past several years, but plenty of money is still sitting on the sidelines. How to make a good deal.
A Fix-and-Flip Business-Buying Checklist
Plenty of business owners are looking to sell their businesses. Consider these seven points before writing your check.
To Find Your Next Great Business Idea, Narrow Your Focus
A winning business opportunity often isn't obvious at first. Successful entrepreneurs can identify new niches and whether they can be profitable.
How to Calculate the Lifetime Value of a Customer
Crunch the numbers to decide how much you are willing to spend to secure a customer for life.
Need a Vacation? 4 Steps to a Business That Thrives Without You
If your operation falls to pieces when you're not there, you're doing something wrong. Use these tips to create a sustainable system.
Finding the Right Mentor to Help Grow Your Business
A look at how advisors can help you more than any business book ever could.
Startup Basics: How to Master the Fundamentals
Stick to these four proven principles to keep your business growing -- and successful.
Getting More Profit for Your Business
Profit should be at the top of any business owner's mind. Here are three tips for making sure yours keeps growing.
How Many Jobs Can Your Startup Create This Year?
Never discount the value you and your company can have on your community or the world -- even if you start up in your garage, your bedroom or the trunk of your car.
How to Compete -- and Win -- When Rivals Cut Prices
Discounting can be your ticket to disaster. Add value instead, and watch your business thrive.
Planning for Next Year? Get a Fix on These Numbers First
Figure out the metrics that drive your business and you'll zoom ahead of the competition.
How to Get Customers to Help Build Your Brand
Brand-building is something business owners do one customer transaction at a time. Here, tips for adding value and generating leads that can offer a bigger payoff than traditional marketing.
How Scripts Can Help You Increase Sales
A good sales script can help you and your team stay on message, overcome customer objections and win more repeat business.
Why Tracking Marketing Metrics Can Pay Off
Use these tips to help generate a better response from your marketing and improve your return on investment.
What to Consider Before Teaming Up With a Partner
Thinking about going into business with someone? Be sure to weigh these pros and cons first.Most Popular
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