When you’ve moved beyond the startup stage of your business and you find yourself in the messy middle, it’s easy for chaos to creep into your business. This has a real impact on your business, your clients, your family, and ultimately, your health. But it doesn’t have to be this way. With the framework and support in place, you can take steps to regain control and come back to running your business from a place of joy and ease.
When you first start your business, your focus is understandably on getting things off the ground. However, as your business grows, not having a clear long-term vision can lead to chaos. Without a vision, you may find yourself distracted by bright, shiny opportunities and industry norms that don't align with your true goals. This lack of focus can introduce instability and chaos into your business. Today I share how getting clear on your vision, mission, and values will provide a roadmap for your business's future, helping you set goals and make informed decisions that align with your vision.
Another thing that can wreak havoc on your business and personal life is a constantly fluctuating schedule. When you lack predictability in your client schedule, you might take on clients who don't align with your business or regret hastily made decisions. This unpredictability also makes it challenging to plan holidays and maintain a consistent work-life balance, which as you’ve heard me say many times before, is absolutely essential for building a sustainable business. The answer here is to establish a predictable client schedule which reduces uncertainty and stress.
Properly managing your time, calendar, and productivity is also crucial for maintaining order in your business. Without structure, you may find yourself constantly switching tasks, procrastinating, missing deadlines and quite frankly, being inefficient. Moreover, when you blur the boundaries between work and personal life, you risk burnout and strained relationships. In this episode, I share how to combat this chaos by creating a structured calendar, designating work hours, and prioritising your tasks effectively.
After listening to this episode I encourage you to take a broad look at your business and the way you operate from day to day. Are you feeling busy throughout the day but don’t have anything to show for it?
Are you spending nights and weekends working to squeeze in all the extra tasks you didn’t get to? Do you know what your week will look like, or are you chasing your tail each day, unsure what will inevitably land on your to-do list?
Chaos can manifest in various ways within your business, especially during the messy middle stage. However, recognising and addressing these chaos points can lead to significant improvements in your business, whether your goal is growth or simply more ease, profitability, and joy.
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