Troy’s Video Blog
Troy’s Video Blog
Social Media Is Not the Way of the Future
Social media is to small business what women are to men – we know we have to try and understand each other, but it’s never going to happen. Social media is NOT going to change the world, it’s just another ‘thing’ you need to be mindful of, like radio was in the...
Not All Business Growth is Good
Avoid working with clients you don’t trust or respect or who take advantage of you – no matter how big they are or how big the project. This took me years to realize. At one point I analyzed our $6 million client base and realized 60% of our clients weren’t...
Organize Yourself First
When I asked the former Global VP for McDonald's Operations, "What is the gem that will change my life," here's what he said... https://vimeo.com/118347231
Inspire Greatness
What can you do to inspire greatness...to give your people the autonomy to make their own decisions and feel like they belong to a team? https://vimeo.com/118344226
Anticipating Customer Expectations
If your business goal is to exceed customer expectations, then you've got a problem. Here's why... https://youtu.be/V2F3v3Ved-U About Troy Hazard: I am the founder/owner of 12 businesses over the last 25 years, current CEO of Troy Hazard International, author of...
Creating Your Personal Plan
If you understand your personal plan and purpose, then it will give your business greater purpose. Too often a small business’ strategy is scattered and unfocussed, largely because the principal is also scattered and unfocussed. If you are scattered and unfocussed,...
What Confident Leaders Do
Confident leaders lead people to success. Arrogant leaders threaten their people to follow. Arrogant leaders lead with ego, fear, and blame. Confident leaders have the following characteristics: Vision. They understand how important vision is to the business and to...
Are You a Fan of the Plan?
You've heard the say, "Failing to plan is planning to fail." Today we have to plan faster. Trying to create the perfect plan often leads to procrastination. Instead of trying to create the perfect plan, plan to be perfect by focussing on the following: Having the...
Have You Made These Business Blunders?
If you've started a business, you've made mistakes. Here are 4 mistakes I've made and what I learned from them. Being more concerned with business development than customer/client development. Most money comes from your existing customers. Don’t lose sight of...
Small Business Tips for a Better Start to the Year
It’s the same old story at this time of year. Small business owners all over the world have just taken a breath for a few days over the holiday season. They launch into the New Year hoping that, miraculously it will be ‘easier this year.’ You started out with New...
