In 2021, Rae Dunn’s transformation from a small-scale ceramic artist selling at craft fairs to a multi-million-dollar brand showcased the extraordinary potential of handmade businesses. What started as a passion for simple, hand-lettered ceramics evolved into a coveted collection, with fans lining up at stores before sunrise. Beyond the clay and glaze, her success hinged on a unique brand identity, unwavering customer loyalty, and demand-driven pricing.

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“We were always focused on our profit and loss statement. But cash flow was not a regularly discussed topic. It was as if we were driving along, watching only the speedometer, when in fact we were running out of gas.” —Michael Dell, founder and CEO, Dell Technologies
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Introduction There are a lot of ways to improve your business, but there are also a lot of ways to ruin your business. Missing out on eCommerce opportunities could be the downfall of your business, and so could not doing them right. The world of business can be hard to navigate, especially if you’re only just starting out. Is your business missing out on sales, and you can’t quite figure out why? If your answer to this question is yes, then keep reading for the list that we have compiled of 8 eCommerce strategies to help you and your business.
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Small businesses are quicker and more nimble than larger corporations, and we can use this advantage to make better, "greener" decisions. When we talk about green business, the first thing that comes to our mind is nature, thus a sustainable business, or a green business, is an enterprise that has a minimal negative impact or potentially a positive effect on the global or local environment, community, society, or economy. It is quite curious to know that decision-makers are increasingly rejecting the idea that there is no opportunity or growth potential for a truly green company. Despite the economic turbulence of the early 21st century, one thing has become clear: today’s industry leaders include organizations that have embraced radical environmental policies and have profited from them. The following paragraphs will explain with more details about “HOW SMALL BUSINESS CAN BECOME GREENER” and why it is becoming a trend today. Hereby, I will focus on the following audiences: wholesalers, retailers, small manufacturers, and E-commerce.
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Today, as well as in the decades past, the movement of goods has been fundamental to human civilization and its survival. Indeed, freight has revolutionized the movement of goods, becoming a permanent part of international trade and industry globally. In this post we will explore the best ways to reduce your additional freight charge as a small e-commerce business owner.
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With a global market value of $15.85 billion, which is projected to more than double by 2027, it is imperative that sustainable practices are encouraged within supply chains around the world. Here's a 5 point checklist on sustainable practices that can be adopted to promote a more sustainable environment in your Supply Chain.
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Amidst the constant evolution and innovations materializing throughout our highly digitised world, CEO's, leaders and managers have had no choice but to anticipate and plan for a future model of their businesses and supply chain processes, and indeed how to navigate through these eventual global changes effectively within their respective sectors. The following posts highlights some key skills needed to work in the predicted supply chain of the future.


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