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Practical advice for founders and small business owners on growth, sales, money and people.
Running a business in India means wearing ten hats at once. These articles from Jitendra Wadhwani — entrepreneur and business coach — focus on the fundamentals that decide whether a business grows: clear offers, sales discipline, cash flow, pricing, hiring and simple systems.
Related expertise: Business Coach.
A Simple Sales Process for Small Businesses That Actually Converts
A step-by-step sales process for Indian small businesses — lead qualification, discovery questions, presenting value, handling objections, closing and follow-up.
Read insightBuild Systems So Your Business Runs Without You
How small business owners can document processes, create checklists and SOPs, delegate, automate and measure so the business runs smoothly even when they step away.
Read insightCash Flow Management for Small Businesses: Keep the Money Moving
Practical cash flow habits for Indian small businesses — forecasting, faster collections, advance payments, controlling expenses, inventory, reserves and separating personal finances.
Read insightCustomer Service That Brings Referrals: Turn Customers Into Promoters
How small businesses can deliver customer service that creates loyal customers and steady referrals — speed, communication, handling complaints, small surprises and asking for referrals.
Read insightHiring Your First Employee: A Practical Guide for Small Business Owners
When and how to hire your first employee in India — defining the role, finding candidates, interviewing, compliance basics, onboarding and setting expectations.
Read insightHow to Get Your First 10 Customers for a New Business
Practical, low-cost ways for new Indian businesses and freelancers to win their first 10 customers — personal network, local outreach, offers, content, partnerships and learning from every sale.
Read insightHow to Price Your Services Without Underselling Yourself
A practical pricing guide for Indian freelancers, consultants and service businesses — calculating costs, value-based pricing, packages, handling discounts and raising prices.
Read insightStarting a Business in a Tier-2 City: Advantages, Challenges and Playbook
Why Tier-2 and Tier-3 Indian cities like Indore, Jaipur and Lucknow are great places to start a business — advantages, challenges and a practical playbook for founders.
Read insightStarting a Side Business While Working a Job: A Safe, Smart Approach
How to start a side business in India while keeping your job — choosing an idea, managing time, checking employment terms, validating demand and deciding when to go full-time.
Read insightTime Management for Entrepreneurs: Focus on What Grows the Business
Practical time management for busy Indian business owners — priorities, time blocking, delegation, saying no, managing phone and WhatsApp interruptions and weekly reviews.
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