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Racquelle Pakutz

CEO / PresidentZen Freight Solutions Inc

Pittsburgh Area

Member Since August 2022

Skills

Logistics Management
Project Management
Operations Management

About

Superior Transportation Specialist. With a demonstrated history of working in the logistics and supply chain industry. Skilled in Negotiation, Operations Management, Customer Service, Problem solving, Freight, Sales, and Team Building. Strong operations professional with a Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) focused in Business Administration and Management, General from Clarion University of Pennsylvania.

Published content

Eight Ways To Make Your 'Woman-Owned' Business A Powerful Part Of Your Brand Identity

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When you start a business as a female entrepreneur, one of your greatest assets is the fact that you are a woman-owned business. Statistics have shown that nearly a third of the general population prioritizes shopping from women-owned businesses consistently. Making the fact that you are a woman-owned business a powerful part of your brand identity not only will help you grow a loyal customer base, but it will also help you connect with your customers on the very issues and causes they care most about. But how can you make this part of your story stand out? Is an “About Me” page on your website enough? Here to share their insights, eight female entrepreneurs from Young Entrepreneur Council offer their best tips for making your “woman-owned” status a powerful part of your brand and the actions you can take to communicate your story with the business world at large.

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In any organization, maintaining a motivated and engaged workforce is crucial for productivity and overall success. However, there may be times when leaders notice a decline in employee morale and motivation. Whether it’s due to external factors, internal challenges or simply a temporary slump, leaders have a vital role to play in reigniting the spark and helping their employees get back on track.  Below, 11 Young Entrepreneur Council members explore effective steps leaders can take to revitalize their teams and foster a positive work environment that motivates and inspires employees to give their best. By implementing these strategies, leaders can create a workplace where employees feel valued, supported and motivated to excel.

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After many years of being a business leader, and after all the lessons learned and experiences had, sometimes there are those lessons that just stick with you throughout your career. These lessons often shape the way you run your business and make decisions on both a day-to-day and long-term basis.  This is often true when it comes to sales. One of the most important aspects of business, any lesson learned about sales is likely to have an impact on the success of your business. Below, 10 members of Young Entrepreneur Council each discuss one lesson they've learned about sales that sticks with them even today and why.

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Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur or you’ve recently opened a business, you’re likely thinking about all the skills you’ll need to make your business thrive. While different types of businesses will require different skill sets of their owners, there are several skills that are universally useful across the small-business landscape. To share a few of their top picks, 10 members of Young Entrepreneur Council sound off below. Consider their recommendations if you’re looking to improve your leadership skills and better manage the day-to-day operations of your current or future business.

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When you’re a small team, every employee plays a key role in the business. From marketing efforts to sales to operations, each aspect of the business needs a full team effort in order to get off the ground—and that can often mean team members work beyond the scope of the roles which they were hired for.  With so much extra time and effort being put in, leaders will want to ensure their teams have all the support they need to achieve their goals. Below, eight members of Young Entrepreneur Council share a few of the ways startup leaders can show their support and set their teams up for success.

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Even if they manage to take some time off, many entrepreneurs can have a hard time actually relaxing during the holidays, and they may find themselves checking in or worrying about whether things are running properly in their business. To truly get some well-deserved rest and relaxation, however, entrepreneurs will need to find ways to unplug from business activities and step away from their day-to-day responsibilities—if only for a little while. To help, nine members of Young Entrepreneur Council offer their best advice for enjoying the holiday season without worrying too much about your business.

Company details

Zen Freight Solutions Inc

Company bio

Zen Freight solutions is a small, woman-owned freight brokerage company located in Pittsburgh, PA. As your transport expert, Zen specializes in flatbed movements with a heavy emphasis on pipe and construction material transportation. From small projects to massive orders, Zen is with you from quote to delivery providing rapid shipping updates and delivery solutions to overcome any problems that may arise. With over 10 years of industry experience, our dedicated team works tirelessly to ensure your project will be on time, on budget, and completed as safely as possible.

Industry

Logistics & Supply Chain

Area of focus

Transportation
Logistics, Supply Chain
Storage

Company size

2 - 10

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