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We explore practical applications of various leadership styles and potential challenges of each. Keep in mind that there are numerous leadership styles which can be put to stronger use according to the contingency theory.
Data is one of the most important assets for businesses. It can be used to gain valuable insights into consumer behaviors, preferences, and interests which can then be used to personalize the CX and improve overall operations. Guest author Jessica Brody outlines some ways that businesses can use real-time data to enhance the customer experience.
Client experience (CX) is a delicate ecosystem that thrives on engagement, collaboration, and timely communication. Yet, when disengaged, the balance of trust and satisfaction is threatened. This article highlights what some of those ripple effects are and unintentional consequences and what to do to ensure a smooth engagement from the start.
Today, we explore nine strategies to consider for enhancing your website so that it helps your business flourish even in an unstable economy. Guest author Jillian Day shares practical tips.
The current economic climate has made it difficult for many businesses to stay afloat. To survive, business owners must be willing to make a few enhancements to their websites. Guest author Jillian Day shares practical tips.
You made the decision to become a digital nomad and work remotely, but how can you do this when you have a pet? It might seem daunting at first, but working on the go with your pet in tow is entirely practical when you plan and prepare. Today, Dalziel & Company guest author Jessica Brody outlines some tips to help you get started and ensure that you and your furry companion enjoy many adventures together!
If you run a small business or startup, you’ll already know that building a localized, loyal customer base is a top priority. Establishing your brand with a core demographic can ensure consistent income, spread awareness, and set the foundation for long-term success, but if you want to keep customers coming back, you’ll need to check out these key strategies.
Today’s guest author Jillian Day shares simple tips for building long-term success as a writer.
If branding is the promise that a company makes, then client experience is the report card to gauge if they understood the assignment. Learn more about client experience now.
Do you want to maximize your profitability, client experience and increase existing client spend? You can’t put all-hands-on-deck for every client engagement. In order to scale your business you need to develop some kind of logic that is appropriate for your business to segment your existing client base in order to better understand and ultimately serve them.
Dalziel & Company interviews Brianna Kriley, founder of Wellness Rooted Counseling. Great insights about being in the ‘people’ business and tangible tips you can implement in your everyday life now.
The 2022 Holiday Gift Guide is out! We’ve put together a list of some of our favorite shops, all small businesses that reach many local markets — bonus they are all women-owned too.
Running a business can feel overwhelming. Trying to figure out where to begin can be confusing, particularly if you’ve worked in a corporate setting before. This article starts to touch on the areas of focus you should prioritize when you’re just getting started.
The technologies and opportunities available today make it possible for anyone, including people with disabilities, to start their own businesses. Today, we have guest author Jillian Day from 508 Assist share about having a disability should not prevent you from starting or running your own business.
In September 2022, Jessica was interviewed by GoSolo, a digital magazine by Subkit for her work with Dalziel & Company. Click in to read the full interview.
It is with great joy that I share that with the ongoing success of the Peer Advisory Group, it is now evolving to become its own venture — new shiny logo and all. Yes, you heard right! The Peer Advisory Group which was once a service line of Dalziel & Company is splitting off to its very own brand.
In May 2022, Jessica was interviewed by Voyage Michigan magazine for her work with Dalziel & Company. Click in to read the full interview.
Oftentimes when we think of the word “leader”, we conjure up images of political figureheads, celebrepeneurs, famous CEOs or even your own boss. However, being a leader is more of an active state of being rather than a position to 'achieve' or accomplish. Regardless of your role, current position in the marketplace or stage of a business you started -- there are always opportunities to lead.
Over the past few years, we saw an increase in demand for specializations in a particular niche, specifically in marketing. While there are many advantages to specializing in a niche practice, it can also limit a professional’s ability to see the bigger picture, how that function integrates with others. This is where a fractional executive comes into play.
Unquestionably, one of the most common questions I get asked by entrepreneurs and small business owners is ‘how do I pay myself?’. D&Co has found one of the most eloquent and simple explanations that will help guide your decision.
Have you ever had one of those days/weeks/months where you felt like you were kind of in a rut or a slump? I know I have. The effects that I’ve witnessed firsthand of this feeling are the significant impact to my creativity and my voice. Here are a few ideas you can explore to get un-stuck.
It's been a wild couple of years for the entire world. Now is the time for that to change. People have learned from these trials and tribulations over the last year and are ready to take the control back. Explore our Fall in Love campaign to help you fall in love with your work again.
Author & certified award-winning life coach Hanneke Antonelli, will be leading this month’s Peer Advisory Group micro-workshop. Don’t miss it!
As the old saying goes: April showers bring May flowers. May signals a time of fertility and we associate this with growth. As we are in the middle of Q2, it is the perfect time to focus on areas of growth for your business and career. Our guest speaker from Wise Owl Marketing will teach us the basics of marketing funnels.
“Impostor phenomenon occurs among high achievers who are unable to internalize and accept their success" - but where does this come from and why do 70% of people (mostly women) experience this? Today’s post explores this ‘syndrome’ that has plagued many accomplished professional women.
To keep your brand tone of voice in tip-top shape and completely consistent across all materials, we highly recommend hiring or working with The Detroit Writing Room or it’s virtual chapter, The New York Writing Room. They offer writing services to help author or edit support business materials or literary works - as well as an award winning list of coaches to guide you throughout the process.
Did you know that the word ‘April’ is derived from the Latin word aperit, which means ‘to open’. This month we will focus on ways to open yourself up and build up your confidence — including a very special guest speaker!
In the Northern Hemisphere, March symbolizes spring which is all about renewal & new beginnings. It’s time to step things up in our businesses! How can we do that? By making our own luck! Learn how.
Moving from employee to entrepreneur can feel like the light at the end of the tunnel. You’re finally ready to take the leap and work for yourself! But there are some fundamental differences between the two. Understanding and planning for these differences will help you step more securely into ‘owning’ business ownership.