What small businesses struggle with ? ( focus on solutions )
Beata Leyland Business Owner & Author of this article Unstable circumstances expose gaps in your own enterprise and sometimes the scale of it can overwhelm, which is the 2nd reason why I see Executives being stacked. Intrigued ? Inventory Management. Big companies kill small businesses with pricing Ecom takes small local businesses Transport, bureaucracy. Decision […]
Self-Identity Crisis of Enterpreneurs
Beata Leyland Business Owner & Author of this article During the business gatherings what is evaluated is your potential to bring connections and money to others, you as a business persona not you as a spouse, mom, friend, colleague and so many times we forget about it. Intrigued ? Why we are sad when we […]
Supply Chain World can be very overwhelming,huh?
Beata Leyland Business Owner & Author of this article You don’t need to be a specialist in all sectors, but you need to be open to ask questions, know when to step in, and when to step out, when to advise, and also when to leave your client with their own thoughts. Intrigued ? Supply […]
How to find cost of manufacturing?
Beata Leyland Business Owner & Author of this article That’s why it’s so important to not cut costs since the very beginning but rather invest in good help who can help you cut corners smartly later. Intrigued ? Costs of manufacturing Tangible costs Intangible costs There are so many small elements that create a […]
How to handle damaged goods as a PRO ?
Beata Leyland Business Owner & Author of this article Whatever you choose, start with an honest conversation, audit of all processes of receiving goods, going to the warehouse as often as possible to understand rather than judge. Intrigued ? Damaged Goods-Why it is such a big deal ? The root cause of damage. Transport. Warehousing. […]
How to read offers?
Beata Leyland Business Owner & Author of this article If you spend hours on reading offers it means that you don’t have good tools in place, simple as that. Intrigued ? How to read offers well ? Emails. Reporting Clarity and Execution How to read offers? In the nutshell, carefully and with respect […]
How to keep a good supplier?
Beata Leyland Business Owner & Author of this article You are right to misunderstand, and so does the other party. If you want to build long-lasting relationships, be a pleasant person to work with, be respectful, curious, and communicate clearly. Your lack of vision is not your supplier’s responsibility. Intrigued ? Why even bother ? […]
How to avoid traps while building own brand?
Beata Leyland Business Owner & Author of this article When you plan to build, plan longer, and build the company’s DNA, be authentic. Your marketing will be more cohesive, and you will find your niche, your clients. Don’t give up too fast. Intrigued ? Market Research. Passion Choosing inappropriate business partners Decision Making Process […]
Difficult people are excellent teachers, huh ?
Beata Leyland Business Owner & Author of this article If you snap, as all of us do it, don’t kick yourself for doing it. Have compassion towards yourself, apologise for whatever you say in a genuine way. Intrigued ? Difficult people Person trying to sell aggressively. Mixing politics with business All of us have […]
How to avoid traps in sourcing ?
Beata Leyland Business Owner & Author of this article So many times, I see on the market companies which I would describe as underdogs and yet they win, because of their approach to work, to clients, and the way how they communicate. Intrigued ? Sourcing As cheap as humanly possible.Cultural Barriers Duties, taxes, trade wars, […]
How is a container loaded and transported?
Beata Leyland Business Owner & Author of this article Once the goods arrive at your warehouse delivery papers will be presented you. Before signing anything CHECK if all pallets arrived, if goods are damaged at least from the first glance. Intrigued ? How is a container loaded and transported? What do your client and you […]
How climate change affects supply chain ?
Beata Leyland Business Owner & Author of this article Supply Chain World changes with resources which are at our disposal. Necessary changes are coming no matter how loud people will scream they don’t want it. Intrigued ? Shortages Food. Migration. Radicalism.Water Responsible Sourcing Climate change is something which we need to live with, adapt, […]
Supplier Evaluation. Red, yellow and green flags.
Beata Leyland Business Owner & Author of this article If you want to pick well, learn to communicate well. Take into consideration cultural differences, learn to actively listen before speaking, and ask relentless questions. Intrigued ? How to spot red flags ? Lack of the transparency. Communication An introduction call. Certificates So many of […]
How to learn to think globally in business?
Beata Leyland Business Owner & Author of this article Thinking globally starts not from market analytics and spreadsheets but from the mindset and honest self-inventory. Intrigued ? Global, globalisation and bias Global planning and traps Follow economic news not politicians The adjective “global” is so commonly used that is hard to not believe all […]
AI in manufacturing. How to avoid scammers?
Beata Leyland & Patrick Leyland Business Owners & Authors of this article If I would be a small /mid-size company I would suggest always to ask for a trial period before buying and making sure the proposed solution/tool can be tailored to your company, and you have assigned assistant. Intrigued ? Why AI in manufacturing […]
How to create Your Own Brand ? Private Label
Beata Leyland Business Owner & Author of this article In the era of so many products on the market it’s easy to be overlooked, so emphasis on marketing, brand building, reputation is truly key. Intrigued ? What is White Lable , Private Label ? How does it work in practice and how we can help […]
DON’T WAIT FOR A BETTER MOMENT… IT MIGHT NOT COME
Beata Leyland Business Owner & Author of this article In the time like now, you can’t wait forever because you will tank your enterprise. Competitors don’t sleep when you try to figure it all out… Intrigued ? Results of business survey Q1/Q2 2026 Illusion of waiting Action PLAN I’ve conducted a survey recently on […]
How to fix your Inventory? ( real life examples not marketing ! )
Beata Leyland Business Owner & Author of this article Many companies lose lots of money by marginalising one of the easiest ways to save costs smartly. Intrigued ? When to order inventory? Real life examples. Risk Mitigation in practise Waste , Damaged Goods and what to do with it ? In my first article […]
Shortages – true or false ?
Beata Leyland Business Owner & Author of this article Market speculators were since always present on the market. They know how to spread fears to earn money and their main superpower is knowledge, market research and excellent communication skills. Intrigued ? Shortages vs Market Speculators Real life examples Your weapon against Speculators As word […]
Business Plan. Why do succesful people keep creating it ?
Beata Leyland Business Owner & Author of this article What will your company be doing on the market on a daily basis to generate revenue? Intrigued ? What is Business Plan and do we even need one ? real life examples Market Analysis and Competitors. & Your Offer Marketing & Sales ; Financial Strategy Every […]
What crisis management teaches us ?
Beata Leyland Business Owner & Author of this article The reason why so many fear a crisis is because it’s a very honest reality check which many times is very difficult for us to face. Intrigued ? What is Crisis Management about ? real life examples You are a small business owner and tariffs ruin […]
Trap of Results is real
Beata Leyland Business Owner & Author of this article Pressure of results and comparing ourselves to others is a part of human nature but obsessing about results it’s our choice. Intrigued ? Why we plan how we plan? How to spot problems? Solutions Why we plan how we plan? If you want to achieve […]
What can we learn from mapping the project?
Beata Leyland Business Owner & Author of this article & Project Manager Not all projects are like LEGO which you can assemble and disassemble without damage. Intrigued ? What does it mean mapping a project? Methodology.Interview and Action Plan Theory vs Reality Mapping Project is a bit like putting puzzles together. You have different […]
Art of Being Strategic
Beata Leyland Business Owner & Author of this article & Business Strategy Freak So many of us think about ourselves, our decisions as strategic yet creating a good plan is something with which the majority of us truly struggle. Why? Because we confuse tactics with strategy. Intrigued ? What does it mean to be strategic […]
Power of Small Business
Beata Leyland Small Business Owner & Author of this article A huge trend shown by Millennials and GenZ (but not only) leaving big corporations and starting their own business showcases so many innovations. Intrigued ? Figures , landscape and more Why SME is such a gift for all of us ? Role of Marketing and […]
Business Analytics.Basics
Beata Leyland Business Owner & Author of this article & Former Financial Controller Your goal is clarity and simplicity in reporting. All reports are there to help you, and all of them are somehow interconnected so the more you see the better business owner you will be. Intrigued ? Sales Report & Profit and Lost […]