The LaManna Alliance offers an online tool for owners to learn their current business value. And don’t worry, it’s painless. Our robust, proprietary online tool, the Value Builder System, is geared to graphic arts companies, specifically those in the labels, packaging and wide format sectors. A valuation will help you make better decisions and frame […]
I was hired for the potential sale of a label company but soon realized my recommendation was to liquidate. Go behind the scenes of a label company assessment on this episode of The Printer’s Edge Podcast. While the owner of the business was thinking about selling his label company, I discovered issues that could lead it […]
Why stop a good thing? So let’s continue our Printing Industry Predictions and Trends article. Welcome to part two. I’m so grateful for the collective wisdom we’ve received from our experts. If you want to catch up on part one, click here. Mark Coudray President Coudray Growth Technologies The industry is super strong right […]
The LaManna Alliance is proud to once again offer our Printing Industry Predictions and Trends article. I’m so grateful for the powerful thoughts we’ve received from our experts. This year, we’ve divided out predictions into two parts (part 2 can be found here). See you in the Marketplace! I’ve got some tough love for you: […]
When print owners tell me they’re ready to sell, they sometimes pause when I ask them about this. When potential print business buyers talk to me, they definitely want to know about it. I’m talking about MONEY! To put it simply, you need to be able to show your financial position. And it needs to […]
When it comes to business, I know that coaching matters. Coaching has played a huge role in my personal and professional life by allowing me to get help from the best, in order to get better. Today, I’m proud to coach business owners. I’m honored to help them achieve their dreams. If you feel like […]
A key part of print business strategy sees you spend your time focused on the things that will make you money and help your business grow. Our longtime friend, Vince Mallardi of The Printing Brokerage/Buyers Association International, has released a great tool to help you focus on the right markets. Many of you already know […]
I hear the terms “succession planning” and “exit planning” a lot. Often, printing business owners confuse the terms. Let’s go over each to make sure you’re in a power position to consider your future moves and decisions. Succession Planning Succession planning involves identifying someone on the inside, an internal candidate, to fill key leadership roles […]
Lately, I’ve been getting the same call from printing business owners. They’re asking, “What do I do next?” As businesses grow and owners age, new challenges and opportunities can emerge. In this episode of the Printer’s Edge Podcast, you’ll find out what you should be thinking about now, in order to prepare yourself and your business […]
So, do you really have a marketing plan? Maybe you have a vision statement. And sometime, a few years ago, you hired a marketing consultant to write a marketing plan for you. All that stuff is filed safely away. Maybe the plans are in a desk or a filing cabinet. But the bottom line is that […]
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