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3 Tips to Grow a Profitable Business as a Solopreneur

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Are you a solopreneur (or newly just beyond the solopreneur phase) who is looking for ways to grow to the next level? You’re not alone – statistics show that approximately 41 million Americans are currently at this level. Some like where they are, and some are ready to uplevel; whether they will be successful depends on their planning, strategy, and systems.

In 2019, the Small Business Administration identified 50.7 million companies as “small businesses,” employing up to 499 people. 81% of those, however, were taking on running their businesses completely solo.

If you’re among those 41 million, this article is for you! Keep reading to learn how you can set a solid foundation for growth.

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Navigating the 4 Levels of Business Growth

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Growing a business is a bit like being on a never-ending roller coaster: it’s the ride of your life, but filled with exciting ups and downs. You’ll rarely stay in one place for long, and even if you do, you’ll encounter twists and turns. This is fun when you’re on a theme park ride, but when the health of your business it at stake, you’ll want to have a road map to help you navigate the different levels of business growth.

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4 Steps to Help You Freshen Up Your Small Business Systems for Spring

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Spring. It’s a time for a new start, for cleaning out the doldrums left by winter and freshening your systems up so you’re ready to grow. This might sound like I’m waxing poetic, but it really is true.

During the winter, you and your team are working hard to meet year-end goals while dealing with the holidays and chaotic schedules. There are things that can slip through the cracks – and updating your systems is one of them. As things start to calm down, taking time to evaluate and update your systems can make a huge difference in the growth and health of your business.

How do you go about evaluating these systems though? It can seem overwhelming, but if you follow a proven framework, it becomes much easier.

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3 Proven Hiring Tips that Will Help Your Small Business Grow

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When I talk with small business owners about the issues they’re facing, time and time again the same topic comes up: hiring. Whether they’re trying to find the right person to fill a particular role or they’re trying to get help for an understaffed team, many small business owners are finding it challenging to build the team that will drive their company forward and help them grow.

3 Tips to Help You Give a Great Small Business Referral

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If I asked you which type of prospect converts the best for you, what would your answer be? Chances are, it’s personal referrals. Statistically, someone who is referred to you by a friend, colleague, or even an acquaintance is anywhere from 4-10 times more likely to purchase from or hire you because the preconditioning work …

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4 Ways Clarity will Empower Your Team for Success

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Growing your team can be both extremely satisfying and a bit terrifying. On one hand, you know you need the help, and you’re beyond grateful for the opportunity to bring people on who can step in and free you up to do the higher level tasks that need your focus. On the other hand, your business is your baby, and the thought of handing parts of it over to someone who may or may not handle things appropriately is stressful.

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Why You Should Dream Big: Setting Goals for the New Year

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As a business owner, planning is everything. Without a clear plan, it’s nearly impossible to set and reach goals.

Your business plan is what allows you to make decisions in the heat of the moment, to hire the right people at the right time, and to decide what you’ll offer and who you’re best equipped to serve. There’s something that comes before the plan, though, and it’s something that we too often miss: the dream. The vision. The purpose.