Episode 51: Honesty is the best policy, with Lori Highby.
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Lori Highby is the owner of Keystone Click, an interactive marketing agency in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Since 2008, her agency has seen consistent growth. Lori is the 2013 recipient of the "Bravo! Entrepreneur Award" from BizTimes Media. She has been helping businesses market themselves online for nearly 15 years. Lori speaks and blogs on the topics of social media, e-commerce, online marketing, and entrepreneurship. \\xa0
\\nSecret -- timesaving technique
\\nLori stays focused and remains productive due to the allocation of a diverse Post-it note system. ONWARD!
\\nDaily habit that contributes to success
\\nLori plans her workday every morning -- she gives herself plenty of time to focus on her vital priorities.
\\nCould have ruined your business -- but now -- an invaluable learning experience
\\nLori decided to leave a full-time job -- and Lori tells the complete story here.
\\nMost critical skill you think business owners need to master to be successful
\\n\\u201cA business owner has to remain focused -- don\\u2019t always chase the shiny object.\\u201d
\\nMost influential lesson learned from a mentor
\\n\\u201cHonesty is the best policy -- always be forthcoming and honest with your clients.\\u201d \\xa0
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\\nFinal Round -- \\u201cBreaking Down the Recipe for Success\\u201d
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\\nWhat systems would you go back and put into place sooner?
\\n\\u201cI would have implemented a program to aid the sales funnel -- possibly a CRM system.\\u201d
\\nWhat one strategy or \\u201crecipe\\u201d would compound into big wins for business owners?
\\nTime -- manage your time effectively -- it\\u2019s about getting it done and out the door.
\\nHow to exceed expectations and add the most value?
\\nAn individual who communicates with others -- and brings value to the workplace.
\\nWhat strategy would you recommend new business owners focus on to best ensure success?
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- Get outside of your comfort zone \\n
- Put in the time to create a process \\n
How best to connect with Lori:
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