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Is the New $100,000 H-1B Visa Fee a Death Sentence for Small Business Growth?
When the President announced a $100,000 annual fee for new H-1B visas, the headlines focused on big tech. But let’s cut through the noise: the true losers in this policy shift will be small businesses.
What Changed
Beginning September 21, 2025, every new H-1B visa petition will carry a $100,000 a...
by Darlene M. Ziebell —
Sep 22, 2025
business strategy
3 Warning Signs It’s Time to Rethink Your Business Model
Every business model has an expiration date. What once fueled growth can eventually become the very thing holding you back. The reality is, many businesses plateau not because of lack of effort, but because they’re operating in a model that no longer works in today’s market. The sooner you spot t...
by Darlene M Ziebell —
Sep 16, 2025
business strategy
How to Diagnose Stagnant Sales: A Real-World Guide for Business Owners
Every business owner hits a wall at some point: sales that once soared now feel like they’ve stalled. You’re putting in the same (or more) effort, but your revenue isn’t budging. Before you throw more money into marketing or hire another consultant promising a “quick fix,” it’s time for a serious...
by Darlene Ziebell —
Jul 21, 2025
business strategy
The Silent Stress of Success
You worked hard to build your business.You fought to get your first few clients.You made tough decisions, late-night sacrifices, and risky moves — all to get where you are today.
And now?You’ve hit 7 figures.Maybe even 8.From the outside, it looks like you’ve made it. You’re the model of what bus...
by Darlene Ziebell —
Jul 14, 2025
business strategy
10 Business Strategy Ideas to Drive Sustainable Growth
In today’s competitive landscape, businesses that grow fast — and stay strong — do so with intention. They don’t rely on guesswork. They build smart, customized strategies rooted in clarity, systems, and data. If you're serious about scaling or sustaining a 7- or 8-figure business, it's time to t...
by Darlene Ziebell —
Jul 14, 2025
business strategy
Stop Winging It: Why Business Strategy Isn't Optional
Stop Winging It: Why Business Strategy Isn't Optional
Most business owners don’t fail because they’re lazy or untalented. They fail because they’re reactive.
They chase opportunities. They jump on trends. They “try things.” But they don’t have a strategy. And without a strategy, every decision is...
by Darlene Ziebell —
Jun 25, 2025
business strategy
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