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Article

Sales Are Relationships, Not Transactions

For many small business owners, the word sales still carries a bit of baggage. It might conjure…
by Sarah-Jane Dale
Sales Are Relationships, Not Transactions
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Article

Marketing is More Than Social Media

Social media is often the first thing people think of when they hear the word…
by Sarah-Jane Dale
Marketing is More Than Social Media
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Reflection

Woah, we’re halfway there

It’s the end of June. We’re halfway through the year. It’s the perfect time to…
by Sarah-Jane Dale
Woah, we’re halfway there
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Article

On Not Putting the Cart Before the Horse

It’s a common habit, waiting to feel certain before taking action. Holding off until things…
by Sarah-Jane Dale
On Not Putting the Cart Before the Horse
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Announcement

Introducing the Business Growth Circle

As small business owners, we often search for that one magical solution that will transform…
by Sarah-Jane Dale
Introducing the Business Growth Circle
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Article

What do sales and marketing have in common?

When people think of sales and marketing, they often see them as two separate functions…
by Sarah-Jane Dale
What do sales and marketing have in common?
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Article

There is no silver bullet.

There is no magic formula or single blueprint that you can apply to be successful,…
by Sarah-Jane Dale
There is no silver bullet.
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Article

Consistency over intensity wins every time.

Are you taking small, consistent actions every day, or are you waiting for the next…
by Sarah-Jane Dale
Consistency over intensity wins every time.
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Announcement

Introducing Strategic Action Planning Workshops

So far, there have been three distinct ways to work with Progress Partners to level…
by Sarah-Jane Dale
Introducing Strategic Action Planning Workshops
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Announcement

2024 Impact Report

Our first ever Impact Report is here, reflecting on a brilliant first year of trading…
by Sarah-Jane Dale
2024 Impact Report
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Article

Progress over perfection is a win every time

Here’s the thing every small business owner needs to remember – progress beats perfection every…
by Sarah-Jane Dale
Progress over perfection is a win every time
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Reflection

Reflecting on four years of self employment

As of November, I have been self-employed for four years. It feels incredible to write…
by Sarah-Jane Dale
Reflecting on four years of self employment