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Business, Consulting Lane Hoffbeck Business, Consulting Lane Hoffbeck

How To Pick a Name for Your Business (or Product)

What’s really in a name? How important is it that you pick the “right” name for your business? Will any name do?

Well, a lot is packed into a business name. Names matter. So today, we’re talking about how to choose the right name for your business, giving you a framework to follow, and going over some tips to make sure all your bases are covered legally.

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Learn how to wield your influence

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.

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Consulting, Coaching, Finance Lane Hoffbeck Consulting, Coaching, Finance Lane Hoffbeck

Find the Best Bank and Credit Card for Your Small Business

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.

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Business, Consulting, Messaging, Branding, StoryBrand Mahla Hoffbeck Business, Consulting, Messaging, Branding, StoryBrand Mahla Hoffbeck

Debunking 3 Myths about Brand Messaging

Brand Messaging refers to how your business or brand communicates to customers. After helping so many businesses with their brand messaging, I’ve identified three common myths that I regularly help my clients “debunk” right out of the gate, before we dive into the heart of their messaging project. So now, I’m going to share these with you!

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