Why Isn’t My Phone Ringing?
- True Luff
- Jun 30
- 3 min read
It’s the burning question countless entrepreneurs ask themselves.
Business owners everywhere — from startups to well-established companies — face this question. They’ve tried marketing. They’ve done the work. They’ve even hired professionals — expecting the magic fix.
Let me say this clearly:
You’re not alone. You’re not doing it wrong. And your hard work isn’t being wasted. But here’s the truth that often goes unsaid: There’s no magic ad. No perfect Facebook page. No one hire — not even me (and I’m really good at what I do) — can guarantee your phone will start ringing overnight.
Because business momentum?
You don’t buy it. You build it.
So what actually moves the needle. Well for example, I’ve worked with small businesses, large organizations, non-profits, and legacy brands. I’ve stepped into all kinds of environments to do things like:
Rebuild outdated branding (I once modernized a web page that literally made bell noises when clicked — it was long overdue for a fresh look).
Organize chaotic admin systems and messy digital spaces (I’ve walked into offices where nothing was where it belonged and spent weeks reorganizing files, systems, and workspaces).
Clean up visual content and make it aligned, professional, and consistent. • I've delivered countless purpose-driven staff workshops — in person and online — to transform low morale into team unity.
Coach leaders and teams through challenging transitions and communication gaps.
Write staff bios and internal profiles to connect employees and uplift culture.
Create marketing content that reflects the actual heart and values of the company.
Design visuals, run campaigns, and connect clients with top-tier marketers I’ve worked with for 20+ years.
And yes — I have even picked up the phone and made genuine cold calls on their behalf (even though I really don’t like cold calling — I did it because I truly believed in the business).
In my own business, I understand all these pieces matter. I could outsource every one of those tasks — and they’d still be crucial. But none guarantee instant results. It’s all of them, over time. We still have to do the hard work as business owners
Because sometimes it's the market.
Sometimes the timing.
Sometimes it's just not your harvest season yet.
But that doesn’t mean the seeds you’re planting aren’t growing.
So I encourage you to:
Stay Consistent– Harvard Business Review finds sustained growth isn’t from one brilliant idea—it’s built through a system of growth, year after year.
Have Clarity. Know your WHY
Build good connections
Build systems that support your growth
Show up — before you’re seen
Stay committed — even when no one’s clapping or the phone is not ringing
Research shows: business consistency matters. Brands with consistent messaging are valued up to 20–33% more, with stronger trust, loyalty, and revenue.
So if your phone isn’t ringing yet…Don’t panic. Don’t quit. Don’t assume you’re failing.
Business isn’t built in a moment — it’s built over time. Your effort? Not wasted. Your investments? Worth it. Hiring professionals like me — never a waste, as long as you keep showing up too.
Stay visible
Don’t expect magic — expect momentum
Keep building something worth answering the phone for
And remember, there are lots of incredible professionals out there like me who will support you on your entrepreneurial journey There are strategists, designers, marketers, coaches, and all who genuinely care about your business. When you find the right one to hire? They'll walk with you, help you and support you. I'm not a miracle worker, but I am a powerful lifeline for businesses and entrepreneurs.
The work I do here at Tonya Zee is vital, time-consuming, high-energy, personal. I’m not a quick fix. I’m a lifeline. I’ve poured countless hours— into companies. Not just checking boxes, but digging deep, strategizing, rebuilding and helping them restore clarity. And my time and energy is extremely valuable, and I continue to show up — again and again for these businesses — because helping other businesses and entrepreneurs grow is what I do. That's what my business is built on.
Investing in your business is always worth it. Keep going. Keep moving forward. “The work you’re doing today? It’s the foundation your future clients will thank you for.”— Tonya Zee
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