Sweeney Enterprises LLC

We’ve all read or heard about those “dream come true” stories. That’s when a person, with dedication and perseverance, builds a successful small business from scratch. However, these success stories don’t occur without a lot of blood, sweat, and tears. In my December Business Bits Blog, "Once a Dream is Now Real Life," I point out those crucial steps every prospective business owner must follow in order to reach the ultimate goal of a profitable small business. Check out my blog on this topic at www.sweenenterprises.com. #smallbusinesssstartup #smallbusinesschallenges #businessstrategy #selectingbusinessstructure #shapeyourbusinessstructure #smallbusinesslocationstrategy #smallbusinesslongrangeplanning #smallbusiness #smallbusinessstrategy #smallbusinessmarketing #smallbusinessowner #customerservice #customersatisfaction #businesscommunication

How many times over the course of our respective work careers we heard someone say, “I’m not a salesperson.” However, even if his or her job title doesn’t include the word “sales” in it, every employee in a small business, whether they admit it or not, is a “salesperson.” In my November Business Bits Blog, "Selling is Every Employee’s Job," I spotlight how small business owners/managers need to convey to their staff how “sales” is a piece of their respective job descriptions. To read my entire blog go to www.sweenenterprises.com. #smallbusinesssmistakes #smallbusinesschallenges #stuckinthepast #selling #employeesales #customerfeedforward #smallbusinesslongrangeplanning #smallbusiness #smallbusinessstrategy #smallbusinessmarketing #smallbusinessowner #customerservice #customersatisfaction #businesscommunication

No one person, or a small business for that matter, is perfect. Mistakes are part of running a business for the small business owner/manager. My October Business Bits Blog, "Develop a Winning Formula in Overcoming your Competitors," highlights common small business mistakes every small business owner/manager should try to avoid. To read my entire blog go to www.sweenenterprises.com. If, after reading my blog, your business or nonprofit organization could use some help in avoiding these problems, please email me at dsweeney@sweenenterprises.com. #smallbusinesssmistakes #smallbusinesschallenges #stuckinthepast #customerfeedforward #smallbusinesslongrangeplanning #smallbusiness #smallbusinessstrategy #smallbusinessmarketing #smallbusinessowner #nonprofitleadership #customerservice #customersatisfaction #businesscommunication

Here's a no-brainer statement. Customers are the lifeblood for every business. Therefore, it's important to keep them happy. My September Business Bits Blog, "Give Your Customers a Voice," gives several reasons why hearing from customers will ultimately improve the bottom line. To read my entire blog go to www.sweenenterprises.com. #smallbusinessstrategicplanning #customerfeedback #customerfeedforward#smallbusinesslongrangeplanning #smallbusiness #smallbusinessstrategy#smallbusinessmarketing #smallbusinessowner #nonprofitleadership #customer service #customer satisfaction #business communication

Trouble will certainly occur if a business doesn’t have a fraud prevention plan in place. That’s because there’s no telling how much money a business has lost after cheating has been discovered. My August Business Bits Blog, "Don’t Ignore Business Fraud," provides ways to prevent a business from being a victim of business fraud or stealing. You can read my entire blog on this topic at www.sweenenterprises.com. #smallbusinessstrategicplanning #business fraud #business cheating #fraudprevention #fraudhotspots#smallbusinesslongrangeplanning #smallbusiness #smallbusinessstrategy#smallbusinessmarketing #smallbusinessowner #nonprofitleadership #customer service #customer satisfaction #business communication

Every small business should NEVER rest on its laurels. Therefore, every business owner/manager needs to prepare for tomorrow’s world by evaluating its business challenges TODAY! My July Business Bits Blog, "Yesterday is Over...Plan for Tomorrow," offers a variety of tips to address potential issues regarding employees, customers, vendors, and money. You can read my entire blog on this topic at www.sweenenterprises.com. #smallbusinessstrategicplanning #smallbusinesslongrangeplanning #markets #marketresearch #smallbusiness #smallbusinessstrategy #smallbusinessmarketing #smallbusinessowner #nonprofitleadership #customer service #customer satisfaction #business communication #marketing not just advertising #marketing elements #productive marketing

No matter the business, whether it's a sole proprietor or partnership, or where it is located, or how long it's been in business...problems are part of doing business. My June Business Bits Blog, "Find the Answer Using a Thoughtful Approach," provides an approach a small business owner/manager should address its various problems. You can read my entire blog on this topic at www.sweenenterprises.com. #small business problem solving #small business decision making #markets #marketresearch #smallbusiness #smallbusinessstrategy #smallbusinessmarketing #smallbusinessowner #nonprofitleadership #customer service #customer satisfaction #business communication #marketing not just advertising #marketing elements #productive marketing

The term "marketing" can be an overused word, but often an underutilized method. Because marketing can be overwhelming, some small businesses/nonprofit organizations don't know where to begin. My May Business Bits Blog, "Marketing Should Not be a Misunderstood Ingredient," hopes to clarify the concept of marketing. You can read my entire blog on this topic at www.sweenenterprises.com . #business #markets #marketresearch #smallbusiness #smallbusinessstrategy #smallbusinessmarketing #smallbusinessowner #nonprofitleadership #customer service #customer satisfaction #business communication #marketing not just advertising #marketing elements #productive marketing

For some small businesses, the words "market research" are considered to be "dirty" words. However, for those businesses who don't commit to market research will soon find themselves out of business. My April Business Bits Blog, "Market Research - Seek More...Not Less," explains why research is a small business necessity. Check out my entire blog at www.sweenenterprises.com.   #business #markets #marketresearch #smallbusiness #smallbusinessstrategy #smallbusinessmarketing #smallbusinessowner #nonprofitleadership #customer service #customer satisfaction #business communication

We've all heard the saying..."No question is a bad question." That is so true. However, there are still some business owners/managers who are still hesitant and/or embarrassed to ask questions or seek help. My March Business Bits Blog, "Don't be Shy About Asking for Help," emphasizes how asking for assistance is by no means a sign of weakness. To read my entire blog, check out my website at www.sweenenterprises.com.   #business #markets #marketresearch #smallbusiness #smallbusinessstrategy #smallbusinessmarketing #smallbusinessowner #nonprofitleadership #customer service #customer satisfaction #business communication