May 2005

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The Action Business Development Owners Report is for and about business owners.  It has one mission - to provide you with a wealth of knowledge, techniques and practical ideas to energize your business.  We believe that being in business should give you more of what you want out of life.  That's why we focus on a program called "Six Steps to Massive Results."  This program helps business owners dramatically increase their profits, create better teams and processes, while having more fun and MORE leisure time.

This Report is published by  Action Business Development Inc

Sandy Kemp, Jim St. James and Jim Gragtmans are the primary advisors associated with Action Business Development.  Sandy, Jim and Jim are Action International certified business coaches. 

About Sandy Kemp

About Jim St. James

Who Is Action International?

What Is An Action Business Coach?         

Mission Statement & Focus

Could You Benefit from Coaching?

7 Reasons a Mentor Gives You Competitive Advantage

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24 Key Attitudes for Success Beyond Your Wildest Dreams

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Note

The information presented in the Owner's Report is presented for educational purposes.  Readers should consult their advisor regarding their own specific circumstances.
 

Customers Making Sales for Me…I'd Like to See That!

Create Raving Fans for Your Business

A key strategy to a successful business is getting your customers to come back again and again.  This area of business is vitally important to your overall performance, yet it is one few acknowledge.  Once you have done the "hard work" in developing a new customer, the next task is to keep them as a repeat customer.  Here is where your fortune lies!  Shifting your focus to those who currently do business with you has got to be one of the easiest things you can do; and the rewards can be simply staggering ... [FULL STORY]


The Professional Approach
 
The simple way to increased performance
 
As business owners we know how vitally important the sales function is to our business. After all,  business in its simplest form is about two main processes:  securing business (sales) and fulfilling business (delivery & distribution).  In our experience, most businesses are at least moderately good at the fulfilling part.  It's the getting part that is often the big challenge.  
 
By avoiding some very basic mistakes and by following some equally simple practices you can increase the performance of your business.  In fact, these concepts will improve your performance even if you are not an owner, or are not in sales!   [FULL STORY]   

Supercharge Your Conversion Rate

Cash Flash! Instant Cash Flow Tips

A major element to cash flow is a healthy pipeline of new customers.  Here are three ways to supercharge your conversion rate for new customers... [FULL STORY]


How Can I Reduce My Working Hours? 

Ask the Coaches' Panel

This month we answer the title question plus these others:

  • What is the best way to improve motivation?
  • How can I reduce my working hours in the business?
  • What are the best strategies to increase conversion rates?
  • Why do I need a Mission Statement?

Click here for the [FULL ARTICLE] and the answers to these questions.

Do you have a question you would like to pose to the coaches' panel?  Can't wait for next month's article for the answer.  Click here to arrange for a complimentary consultation (without any obligation).  Or call us at 416-483-9251 or 905-943-4265.


Announcing Action Profit Club

for GTA Business Owners

Are you ready to kick your business up a notch?  Then you'll want to read about this exciting new, cost effective approach to growing your business...  [FULL STORY]