Leadership consultant Larry Prince created a series of questions designed for business owners to help assess their company’s readiness for growth. In our last blog post we discussed the second question to ask yourself as a business owner – is what you offer designed and positioned to meet this market need?
Three further keys are important in assessing your readiness for expansion. These elements encompass strategic planning, as well as the operational, financial, and psychological readiness to scale your business. This week we discuss the first key.
Your Presence in the Market: Effective Go-to-Market Strategy
Your market presence is crucial and hinges on a well-crafted go-to-market plan.
Integrated Sales and Marketing: A synchronized sales and marketing strategy ensures consistent messaging and effective use of resources to maximize business market visibility.
Building Relationships: Success often comes from the strength of relationships – people need to know, like, trust, and see a need for your business.
Navigating Barriers: Understand and plan for potential barriers like competition, regulation, buyer priorities, and industry trends. This foresight is essential for a smooth market entry.
Stay tuned for the final two keys to ensure your growth is not just a possibility but a well-charted plan for success!
Our Strategy First Process can help your company strategize a path to growth. I’m happy to chat with you to see if it is a good fit for your company.
