Smooth Operator

Smooth Operator

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We deploy fractional COOs and Operations Managers into visionary businesses to build processes, clear bottlenecks, increase profit, and unleash our clients' best ideas.

05/02/2025

I'm thrilled to announce that A Squared is officially taking on a new name: SMOOTH OPERATOR! 🎉

Over the past seven years, we've gotten right into the thick of things with 115 different companies to turn their operational chaos into systems that work for them. Now feels like the perfect time for a meaningful rebrand and a logo I didn't create myself in Word (yes, Word).

A Squared was a name I picked back in 2017 based on my uncle's nickname for my husband Andy and me. It feels a little bittersweet to let it go.

✨ New name: Smooth Operator
✨ New tagline: "Operational magic for events"
✨ Same commitment: Building grown-up, profitable systems that match the strength of our clients' vision

Our refreshed brand does a better job of demonstrating what we've always done best - combining elite COO strategy with dedicated Operations Managers who implement that strategy in real life. Our clients can focus on creating extraordinary experiences while we take care of their operational engines.

It'll take a minute to update everything, but I didn't want to wait any longer to tell you all about it.

Photos from Smooth Operator's post 07/21/2023

🛑 Don't quit everything just because of one bad experience! Embrace the wisdom of "The Dip" by Seth Godin and learn when to quit the wrong stuff, stick with the right stuff, and have the guts to do one or the other. 💪

As entrepreneurs, we've all faced setbacks - hiring a virtual assistant or an Integrator who didn't meet expectations, trying social media posts without immediate results, or hosting an event that seemed like a flop. But let's be real, we've all been guilty of saying, "I'm better off doing this alone" or "No more events for me!"

Now, I'm not saying quitting isn't sometimes necessary. In fact, Seth Godin's book "The Dip" has been a beacon of insight for those tough decisions. But here's the thing - when we decide to quit, we need to be smart about it! 🤔

Remember that bad dating experience years ago? It was undoubtedly time to quit that relationship, but did you stop there? No, you made the right call by evaluating and quitting other irrelevant patterns, like dating guys with a similar personality or from a specific region. Love shouldn't be generalized, and neither should quitting in business. ❤️

Just like in dating, quitting in business can be a game-changer, but going overboard with quitting everything can lead to trouble. So, let's be discerning and precise about where we make the cut.

At A Squared Online, we understand the fine balance between quitting and persevering. Our expert team can help you identify the areas where quitting makes sense, without going overboard. 🎯

Ready to make the right calls for your business? Let's navigate "The Dip" together and turn your setbacks into stepping stones to success! 🚀 Visit https://asquaredonline.com/ now and discover how we can help you embrace the right stuff and conquer the business world.

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