Ahoy, entrepreneurs! Are you ready to embark on a journey that will transform your business? Grab your life vests, because we’re about to navigate the choppy waters of pricing strategy. There’s a dangerous iceberg out there that many business owners tend to hit, and it’s called “low pricing”.
Can you hear that? It’s the sound of your profits sinking faster than the Titanic. Now, I know what you’re thinking: “Wait, isn’t low pricing good? Doesn’t it attract more customers?” Well, my dear entrepreneur, it’s not always that simple.
And let’s be real, who wants to be known as the second cheapest? That’s like being the runner-up in a limbo competition—you can only go down from there. Plus, a price war can feel like a never-ending game of Battleship, where both players keep sinking each other’s ships until there’s nothing left.
And believe it or not, customers aren’t always looking for the cheapest option. They’re looking for value, quality, and a reason to keep coming back.
Take, for instance, a painter I worked with who was ready to undercut competitors by $100. I advised them to instead highlight the quality of their work and offer a unique guarantee, effectively shifting the focus from price to value.
So, if you’re tired of crunching numbers and making expensive mistakes, let’s chart a course towards better financial preparedness and strategic planning. Together, we can transform your business into a luxury yacht, cruising smoothly towards success.
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Donna Bordeaux, CPA with Calculated Moves
Creativity and CPAs don’t generally go together. Most people think of CPAs as nerdy accountants who can’t talk with people. Well, it’s time to break that stereotype. Lively, friendly, and knowledgeable can be a part of your relationship with your CPA, as demonstrated by Donna and Chad Bordeaux. They have over 50 years of combined experience as entrepreneurial CPAs. They’ve owned businesses and helped business owners exceed their wildest dreams. They have been able to help businesses earn many times more profit than the average business in the same industry and are passionate about helping industries that help families build great memories.