We all have influence. Maybe you are an “influencer” and you already knew that. Or maybe you need a reminder that people are influenced by what you do. Yes…YOU! What you do makes an impact. How you do what you do influences the results. Influence in and of itself is not a good or bad thing. It just is. It can be used in both good and bad ways. Don’t hear “influence” and think “manipulation.” Read on for the Top 6 Factors of Influence and our key bite-sized takeaways from Robert B. Cialdini’s book, Influence: The Psychology of Persuasion.

Banks are in the headlines most days right now. Another one failed. Another one at risk of failure. Another large bank acquires a small bank, yet once again.

It seems like a suitable time for us at Hoffbeck + Co to share with you all what we believe are the best banks for your small business. While we are at it, we will throw in our favorite small business credit cards as well.

Measuring marketing ROI is complex. Lane dives into the nuances of marketing ROI, why it’s so difficult to measure, and how the StoryBrand Framework can help you see the fruits of your marketing labor.

Looking for effective management tips? This guide provides seven essential management practices that are perfect for small businesses. Focus on your team and get things done!

A healthy business isn’t random. It takes work. Find out what it takes to foster a healthy business as Lane breaks down the key attributes of business health and why committing to it is so important.

Thinking about building a new website soon? We’re outlining the 7 pages your website should have, other common and helpful pages you might want on your website, and ways to reduce cost if you’re on a tighter budget.

People often ask us for tips on choosing images for their website. That’s why we wrote this – The Ultimate Guide to Choosing Images for Your Website! It’s chock full of helpful info, so read on.

Over the years I’ve debated about what to call myself. I help businesses solve problems. Does that make me a consultant or a coach? Here are my thoughts.