Blog - Business Beyond the Shoe Box

The Difference between Information, Education, and Training

Post author:Lacey Clifton-Jensen
Post published:June 29, 2020
Post category:Business Tips

As entrepreneurs surf the Web, the question comes up: What is the difference between information, education, and training?

How to Write a Business Growth Strategy

Post author:Lorna Whiteaker
Post published:June 16, 2020
Post category:Business Growth Expert

Once you know your customers, what they are shopping for, and how you will measure, you can pick one or two strategies to work with when writing a business growth strategy.

COVID-19 Cash Flow Triage

Post author:Lorna Whiteaker
Post published:May 29, 2020
Post category:How to Make Money Financial Training

COVID-19 has made a huge impact on small businesses. So what can you do? How about a little COVID-19 cash flow triage.

COVID-19 Loans and Financial Aid for Business Owners

Post author:Lorna Whiteaker
Post published:April 5, 2020
Post category:Financial Health

The current economic crisis that has resulted due to the COVID-19 pandemic has and will have a long-lasting impact on those I serve.

COVID-19 Shutdown Resources for Small Business Owners

Post author:Lorna Whiteaker
Post published:March 27, 2020
Post category:Financial Health

COVID-19 Shutdown Resources for Small Business Owners

Uncertainty and Fear in Starting a Small Business

Post author:Lorna Whiteaker
Post published:March 2, 2020
Post category:Starting a Business Business Tips Small Business Coaching

Helping people starting a small business to take control of their uncertainty and fear is one of the parts I most enjoy as a business consultant.

Were You Set Up to Fail Financially?

Post author:Lorna Whiteaker
Post published:February 27, 2020
Post category:Small Business Coaching Business Tips

Were you taught anything about how to make money other than via a pay check? Most of us weren’t. That’s where a business consultant can help!

Why Free Workshops Don’t Work for the DIY Small Business Owner

Post author:Lorna Whiteaker
Post published:February 18, 2020
Post category:Small Business Coaching

Free workshops don’t work for most DIY small business owners and those looking for information on how to start a small business. Here’s why.

What do you REALLY WANT out of Business Growth?

Post author:Lorna Whiteaker
Post published:February 4, 2020
Post category:Business Growth Expert

Getting what we want from business growth isn’t always easy to say. Here are 4 desires.

The Best Time to Plant a Tree… 2019 in Retrospect from a Business Consultant

Post author:Lorna Whiteaker
Post published:January 22, 2020
Post category:Small Business Coaching

As a business consultant, I’ve always loved January. People are ready to reinvent themselves and their businesses. Here is a look back at 2019.

Like most of today’s business owners, I'm a purpose-driven entrepreneur. I have more than 2 decades of experience as a business consultant, financial skills trainer and profits coach.
I take great joy from helping others learn and utilize the skills and financial savvy that are the building blocks of profitable, easy-to-run businesses.
My first year in business was disappointing. There is such a difference between knowing what to do and HOW to do it. Once I realized what I had missed, I was able to triple my income my second year. The real bottom line is that… the use of simple tools and effective strategies produces profound results.
Since then, I have been able to consistently make informed decisions, rise above my fears, and build a highly profitable business (that has become more than I ever expected it would). I am more confident and have the freedom that time and money make possible. While I still don’t like tax season, it is not a time of anxiety and dread.
For me, there has been nothing more exhilarating and fulfilling than being able to confidently take focused action, make a difference, make money, love my business, and have a life I love. It would be my honor to help you to learn how to do the same.