Decisions, decisions, decisions! When running your own business, there are a gazillion decisions to make. Some are minor (what style of business cheques to order) and some big (deciding on a business name), and then there are the ones that catapult your business to the next level! So, we want to know: What is the best decision you ever made for your business?
Angela Hancock-Madeiros Angela’s Attic
“Best decision? Buying the business. I had never even worked retail before I bought my boutique. I just jumped in knowing it was part of my new path and I would learn as I went. What a ride.”
Felicia Shaw Simply in Your Purpose
“Including my young child in the business, so he feels empowered and a part of something great, which is his legacy. He is now a great supporter of mom’s business.”
Wendy LugoSantiago eAssistant-Worldwide
“Continuously learning. The internet never stops. Every second something new comes up. I like to learn and it is necessary for my business as well.”
Leah Chevallier bo bebe
“Learning to delegate and let go of some of the details that any entrepreneur feels only they can do. Learning to trust in yourself, your talents and your ability to train, mentor and mold your key staff and then believing in them enough to TRULY step back and let them fly. There will be mistakes and there will also be triumphs, after all, I didn’t make it to where I am with no mistakes, how I can I expect that of others?”
Alisha Brignall Room to Grow
“To partner and advertise with other mom businesses that hold the same philosophy. We all have the same clients so why not share the cost?”
Amanda Barker Edamame Kids
“The best decision (so far) was opening a brick and mortar and breaking down barriers so that organic and eco-friendly items are more affordable and accessible to parents.”
Valerie Gale Chinook & Hobby West
“I added a clearance center to our store. I expanded up above our store and now new and current is on the main floor and discontinued hobby, craft and dollhouse items are upstairs.”
Sheri Harke Bruneau Get It Together Professional Organizing
“I added workshops/classes as a service. It’s easy for people to read “How To” books, but what most people need is the one-on-one support to follow through. Whether it’s a group of stay-at-home moms, or a group of investment bankers – having someone there to give that extra advice or push is what gets people motivated to move forward.”
Angela Grinde Handbury Raising Miss Daisy
“I’’ve just started my business, Raising Miss Daisy but the best thing I’ve done so far is creating a website where customers can look at what’s new, as well as put in an order!”
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These are all great! The best thing I ever did for my business was hire a coach! It helped me to see not only that the business that I had created was not in alignment with what I truly wanted, but also helped me get on track to the type of business that I do love (which ironically happens to be coaching moms to start or restart their businesses according tot heir life goals).
I think every entrepreneur needs a coach or a mentor in order to see through the thick of being IN it!