How to Foolproof Your Business Before an Economic Downturn

I want to talk to you today about foolproofing your business before an economic downturn.

Remember 2008?  During that downturn, lots of people lost money. Lots of people lost their businesses.  Thankfully, we haven’t had an economic downturn since then.

 

But what when there is another one?

 

How can business owners hedge against an economic downturn? 

I think the best way to hedge against it as business owners, solo entrepreneurs, service providers, consultants – whatever you are –  is that you commit to being a business owner. 

 

You commit to being in business. 

Don’t just willy-nilly and go around like, “I’m a business owner, but I’m not taking it too seriously and I haven’t committed.”  

Let me ask you…have you truly committed to being in business?

When you commit to this is the way I want to live my life, and this is what I want to do in my life to make a living, then there’s no other options.

What practical steps can you take to hedge against any economic downturns? The first thing to do is get a solid business going, so that when the economy takes a shift, you already have systems, processes, clients and savings in place.

Right now is the perfect time to start building that better business! It’s time to PLAN, EXECUTE & PROFIT!

So… what are you going to do? 

Are you going to commit? And what does commitment look like?

Ask yourself:

  • Am I’m going to work on having someone help me in my business to put these systems in place? 

  • Am I going to invest in that? 

  • Am I going to hire the people that I need in my business to help me grow? 

  • Or am I just gonna leave my business to chance… “Oh, no, economic downturn? How did that happen?  How’s that going to affect me?”


If you have built a solid business and you know how you’re getting leads in the door, you know how you’re closing your clients, you know what services you’re providing them, then you’re hedging against the down turn right NOW!

I encourage you today to make a commitment to yourself and your business to invest in whatever it is you need so that you have that solid foundation so your business can sustain through any economic downturn, any natural disaster, or anything that you have in your life.

Because I believe that when you build the foundation for your business, it’s going to run the way you intended it to because you know you can predict the outcome. This is how you can hedge against those unexpected things.

Create the discipline to save, invest in resources, and personal development so that when the wind blows, your business doesn’t blow away.

Is something that you think about? 

If something financially happens, are you ready for it?

Leave a comment and let me know!

And if you’re not ready, reach out to me so that can help you!  You can always reach me for a FREE consultation at www.passiontoprofitsession.com

You Don’t Know What You Don’t Know

 

 

Are you trying to do all the things needed in your business in an effort to save money?

Let’s face it, it can be hard to admit you need help. Especially as a small business owner.  But honestly, if you continue to try to be everything to everyone, you will start to feel burned out, and possibly come to resent your business. 

There is a lot of discussion online right now about the importance of finding your business niche instead of saying “I want to serve EVERYBODY.”  Sure you want clients, you want to make money;  but too often business owners tell themselves it’s better to appeal to a wide variety of prospective clients rather than a select few.  

But here’s a question for you: 

Do you want to be known as Walmart?  Or do you want to be known as Neiman Marcus?

Think about their respective business models for a moment.  Walmart appeals to everyone due their prices and variety of inventory, but their business model depends on the sheer number of customers to make their profit.  Where Neiman Marcus, on the other hand, appeals to a very specific demographic. That specific demographic has the disposable income and does not shirk at Neiman Marcus’ retail prices.

The result?  Neiman Marcus can make the same (if not more!) profit as Walmart by serving a more specific and selective customer base.

So, what does this have to do with what you don’t know about your business? 

Simple.

Business owners can’t possibly know EVERYTHING there is to know about business, as well as knowing EVERYTHING about their chosen niche.  

And this is where business coaches shine!  Business owners should be more focused on their business niche, providing relevant services and products; whereas business coaches have a greater understanding of best business practices and work with businesses in a multitude of niches. 

For example, if you’re trying to learn everything you can about efficient back-end processes,  you’re taking time away from your revenue-generating marketing efforts to your niche customers.  A business coach can give you advice about efficient back-end processes, plus help you implement them while you continue with your marketing efforts.

Think about the makeup of a large corporation.  Does the CEO or president know EVERYTHING there is to know about the day-to-day operations or process of the company?  Doubtful. That’s why they hire CFOs and department heads, to focus on their own specialties and make recommendations to the CEO/president. 

Consider the same for YOUR business.  YOU are the CEO/president of your business.  And hiring a business coach will give advice, strategies, and steps to help you yield the most profits from your business. 

In short, a coach can give you clarity, and help you see the “forest for the trees”.

If you’re ready to look into how a business coach can help you, reach out to me.  You can direct message me on my Facebook page, you can send a message via Messenger, or you can schedule a consultation at Passion to Profit.  I will be happy to help walk you through what’s holding you back.