72 - Taking Time Out of the Business to Work on the Business

In this insightful episode, Steve Bousquet and Christeen Era delve into the crucial distinction between working on your business and working in your business, offering real-life experiences and practical advice for small business owners. They emphasize the importance of strategic planning, empowering emerging leaders, and process improvement to ensure sustained business success. Christeen shares her personal struggles and eventual triumphs in shifting focus from daily operations to long-term strategy, while Steve underscores the significance of having a clear, written business plan supported by a capable team. The hosts also highlight the necessity of innovation, leadership development, and maintaining financial health, suggesting that a balance between working on strategic goals and managing daily tasks is essential for growth.
The episode also clarifies common misconceptions about what it means to work on your business, distinguishing it from routine administrative tasks and emphasizing the need for intentional, forward-thinking actions. Both Steve and Christeen advocate for setting aside dedicated time for strategic planning, understanding key performance indicators, and fostering a capable and motivated team. They stress that working on the business involves actions that drive long-term success, such as improving processes, innovating solutions, and investing in leadership development. For listeners interested in further resources, they recommend visits to Green Profit Academy and Core Growth Strategies, as well as participation in the annual Mind Your Own Business Retreat and Business Accelerator Workshop.
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The Green Profit Academy Pros Podcast digs into the challenges in growing a Lawn Care and Landscape business while maximizing your profit. Christeen Era, and Steve Bousquet. are green industry experts in profit, growth, and leadership.