Women About Biz had a great teleclass session on "Running Your Business Solo"! Below are just a few notes from the teleclass that can help the businesswoman who is playing multiple roles in her business:
Things to remember when Running Your Business Solo:
- You'll have to sacrifice many things that you feel are priority in order to make room for the many tasks of your business.
- Structure and focus are key in managing your business daily. Without a plan or system to properly map out how your business will flow, you'll always find yourself trying to catch up.
- It's important to set your business goals and develop your strategy on an annual basis. This way you can break down the action tasks needed to implement your strategy quarterly.
- While there are many systems and techniques in planning out your business day, a good time management planner is all you really need.
- Make sure you posts your tasks/to-do items in a time slot and always schedule "travel time" and "prep time" before and/or after your appointments. In addition, set aside at least 2 hours daily for making your prospect or power calls.
- Remember, a successful business brings in new business frequently and that is done by making new connections and building a list of customers and prospects that you'll stay in contact with at least every 14 to 21 days.
- Reward yourself at least weekly with whatever it is that you want to do. A massage or special lunch treat etc.
- Remember that running your business solo doesn't mean that you're alone! Learn to leverage the power and talent of others on your business journey.
- Use the assistance of a Virtual Assistant whenever possible. This will allow you to focus on other areas that need your attention.
About the Blogger:
Trina Newby is a business success coach, founder of Women About Biz and host of the Successful Woman Radio Show. She has a passion for helping women to be all they can be in life and business.
Comments