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Business Development Tactics: Building Partnerships That Drive Success

By Kevin Chern | February 15, 2025 |

Business partnerships are the backbone of long-term success. From strategic alliances to joint ventures, the right partnerships can open doors to new markets, improve brand credibility, and create opportunities that would be nearly impossible to achieve alone. But not all partnerships are created equal some drive exponential growth, while others lead to stagnation or, worse,…

Global Gambits Winning Strategies in the Age of Globalization

Global Gambits  Winning Strategies in the Age of Globalization

By Kevin Chern | January 24, 2025 |

Globalization is the process that connects the world in ways never seen before. It allows you to purchase clothing made in another country, savour cuisines from distant parts of the globe, and use apps developed by teams scattered across continents. However, globalization is not confined to business it’s about exchanging ideas, cultures, and experiences, shaping…

The Learning Loop How Continuous Education Fuels Business Growth

The Learning Loop How Continuous Education Fuels Business Growth

By Kevin Chern | December 25, 2024 |

Success isn’t just about innovative ideas or staying ahead of trends it’s about adapting and evolving through constant learning. The learning loop is a strategy where businesses embed continuous education into their operations to foster growth, drive improvement, and stay competitive. The more a business learns, the faster it evolves and scales. At Sanguine Strategic…

Networking Nexus Turning Connections into Collaborative Gold

Networking Nexus Turning Connections into Collaborative Gold

By Kevin Chern | December 18, 2024 |

Networking isn’t just about the size of your contact list it’s about the strength and depth of those connections. Whether you’re a budding entrepreneur or a seasoned professional, the ability to transform casual interactions into impactful collaborations is a skill that can redefine your business trajectory. But let’s be real: building a powerful network takes…

The Compliance Caper Conquering the Chaos for Small Businesses

The Compliance Caper: Conquering the Chaos for Small Businesses

By Kevin Chern | November 25, 2024 |

As the founder of Sanguine Strategic Advisors, I’ve had a front-row seat to the mounting challenges small businesses face when it comes to navigating the labyrinth of legal and regulatory requirements. It’s a veritable compliance conundrum that would make even the most seasoned Sherlock Holmes scratch his head in bewilderment. Over the course of my…

When ‘Good Enough’ Isn’t The Hidden Costs of Settling for Mediocre Talent

When ‘Good Enough’ Isn’t: The Hidden Costs of Settling for Mediocre Talent

By Kevin Chern | November 12, 2024 |

The hiring process can feel like a marathon, and as time drags on, the temptation to settle for a “good enough” candidate grows stronger. With tight timelines and mounting pressure, it’s easy to convince yourself that filling the role quickly is the right move. But here’s the catch settling for average talent may patch things…

The Dinosaur Dilemma Why Legacy Thinking Will Sink Your Business

The Dinosaur Dilemma: Why Legacy Thinking Will Sink Your Business

By Kevin Chern | November 2, 2024 |

In the wild world of business, staying still is like wearing concrete boots in quicksand it’s only a matter of time before you’re stuck, sinking, and surpassed by faster, more agile competitors. Legacy thinking, the practice of sticking with outdated methods just because they used to work, is the T-Rex of the corporate world huge,…

Strategic Patience Why the Best Businesses Don’t Rush to the Top

Strategic Patience Why the Best Businesses Don’t Rush to the Top

By Kevin Chern | October 24, 2024 |

Strategic patience is the delicate balance between knowing when to act and when to wait. It’s not passively sitting back it’s intentional waiting while planning the next move. The best businesses resist the urge to chase short-term wins, opting to lay solid foundations for sustainable growth. Companies like Apple and Amazon exemplify strategic patience. Apple…

Why Buying Leads from Third Party Lead Providers Isn’t as Risky as You Think

Why Buying Leads from Third-Party Lead Providers Isn’t as Risky as You Think

By Kevin Chern | October 24, 2024 |

As a business owner, you know that leads are the lifeblood of growth. But if you’ve ever bought leads from a third-party provider, you might have felt frustrated by inconsistent quality. The truth is, buying leads from a third-party lead provider can yield excellent results if done correctly. While the quality of leads varies, with…

Breaking the Bottleneck How to Stop Your Business from Growing Around One Person (1)

Breaking the Bottleneck: How to Stop Your Business from Growing Around One Person

By Kevin Chern | October 12, 2024 |

Many businesses hit a point where growth slows, not because of lack of resources, but because everything revolves around one person. Maybe it’s the founder who approves every decision, the sales manager who closes every deal, or the IT specialist who knows every system inside out. At first, it feels efficient—one person knows everything and…