Leadership isn’t a reward, it’s a skill
Michaella Giorgio Michaella Giorgio

Leadership isn’t a reward, it’s a skill

Managing people can be one of the greatest rewards and biggest challenges of growing a business. One mistake to avoid: promoting your top sales person just because they sell this most. This article explains why.

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The Founder is the problem (and the solution).
Michaella Giorgio Michaella Giorgio

The Founder is the problem (and the solution).

Business founders often face a common issue when scaling their business: teams not performing when they step away from floor. This article examines why and how founders can get their teams to deliver the same experience they do.

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Your new hire isn’t the problem, your employee onboarding might be.
Michaella Giorgio Michaella Giorgio

Your new hire isn’t the problem, your employee onboarding might be.

I'm obsessed with employee onboarding—and for good reason. After experiencing both exceptional coaching and a disappointing start to what I thought was my dream job, I learned that employee success rarely happens by accident. Here's why onboarding is one of the most overlooked opportunities for improving team performance, customer experience, and business growth.

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Why Small Businesses Can Change Culture Faster Than Big Brands
Michaella Giorgio Michaella Giorgio

Why Small Businesses Can Change Culture Faster Than Big Brands

One of the greatest advantages small businesses have over large brands is their ability to influence culture quickly. In this article, I explore how employee behaviors shape the customer experience and why culture is often the missing link between traffic and sales. You'll also learn three simple ways to start creating a stronger brand experience with your team today.

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Want to work with influencers but feel the price is too high? Look to your customers instead.
Michaella Giorgio Michaella Giorgio

Want to work with influencers but feel the price is too high? Look to your customers instead.

Small businesses do not always need a $10k influencer budget to create buzz.

Some of the best marketing opportunities are already sitting inside your business: your existing customers.

In retail, hospitality, fitness, beauty, and service based businesses, word of mouth still matters more than people think. The brands winning right now are creating experiences people naturally want to talk about and share.

I wrote a new piece about:
• why client experience is one of the most overlooked marketing tools
• how to turn loyal customers into brand advocates
• low cost ways to increase organic visibility and referrals
• why “shareable” experiences matter more than ever

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