Not a Hobby
Jul 17, 2020
It is important to plan and run your Resume Business like a business and not like a hobby. Here's why...
In the early days of running your solo or small business, it can feel like an enjoyable hobby. Treating it as such, however, can lead to a number of problems and most certainly will not lead you to earning six figures.
Here are 4 important steps to consider so that you can START your Resume Business off as a BUSINESS and not as a hobby.
1. Organization: When treating your new business like a hobby, you’re likely to become increasingly disorganized. This is manageable if you only have a few clients, but you’ll quickly find your business growing, and you don't want to spend unnecessary time (that you could be gathering new clients) trying to get organized.
To establish a BUSINESS, you’ll need to develop a system for managing your invoices, expenses, cash flow, and other paperwork, and you’ll want to store it in a centralized location. Fortunately, digital programs make it easier to do so, but it’s best to start thinking about this as soon as possible.
2. Setting a Schedule: Running a small business means unexpected events will pop up on occasion and some flexibility is helpful. However, one of the keys of a successful BUSINESS is setting and keeping a schedule as consistently as possible. Again, you may need to improvise on occasion, but setting a schedule [even for a part time business] and sticking with it, ensures you’re able to operate in a professional manner and deliver first-class services.
3. Communication: If you only have a handful of clients, contacting them through your personal phone might be an acceptable option at the beginning. Setting up a more formal line of communication (even just a second line on a cell phone) can help tremendously. Other communication systems we will be discussing in the future include a creating a dedicated website and email address.
4. Separate Work and Business Life: This is definitely harder that is sounds for most people, and some of the appeal of a business you can run from home (once you leave your 9 to 5) is the ability to complete home-related tasks throughout the day.
It is good to start from day one taking steps to ensure your business life and personal life don’t mingle too much. Setting up a dedicated home office (or even home space/corner) can help ensure you’re able to mentally separate yourself and your family life from your business. Taking a break from work ensures you’re able to be at your best while focusing on your business.
I'm so excited to help you build your business step-by-step!
As we take this journey together, I will be providing you with lots of free resources and trainings, and inviting you to jam-packed, set-you-for-success courses you can invest in to ensure you have the tools for growing your Resume Business to six figures.
Hope this got you to thinking about your future Resume Business!
Until next week,
In the early days of running your solo or small business, it can feel like an enjoyable hobby. Treating it as such, however, can lead to a number of problems and most certainly will not lead you to earning six figures.
Here are 4 important steps to consider so that you can START your Resume Business off as a BUSINESS and not as a hobby.
1. Organization: When treating your new business like a hobby, you’re likely to become increasingly disorganized. This is manageable if you only have a few clients, but you’ll quickly find your business growing, and you don't want to spend unnecessary time (that you could be gathering new clients) trying to get organized.
To establish a BUSINESS, you’ll need to develop a system for managing your invoices, expenses, cash flow, and other paperwork, and you’ll want to store it in a centralized location. Fortunately, digital programs make it easier to do so, but it’s best to start thinking about this as soon as possible.
2. Setting a Schedule: Running a small business means unexpected events will pop up on occasion and some flexibility is helpful. However, one of the keys of a successful BUSINESS is setting and keeping a schedule as consistently as possible. Again, you may need to improvise on occasion, but setting a schedule [even for a part time business] and sticking with it, ensures you’re able to operate in a professional manner and deliver first-class services.
3. Communication: If you only have a handful of clients, contacting them through your personal phone might be an acceptable option at the beginning. Setting up a more formal line of communication (even just a second line on a cell phone) can help tremendously. Other communication systems we will be discussing in the future include a creating a dedicated website and email address.
4. Separate Work and Business Life: This is definitely harder that is sounds for most people, and some of the appeal of a business you can run from home (once you leave your 9 to 5) is the ability to complete home-related tasks throughout the day.
It is good to start from day one taking steps to ensure your business life and personal life don’t mingle too much. Setting up a dedicated home office (or even home space/corner) can help ensure you’re able to mentally separate yourself and your family life from your business. Taking a break from work ensures you’re able to be at your best while focusing on your business.
I'm so excited to help you build your business step-by-step!
As we take this journey together, I will be providing you with lots of free resources and trainings, and inviting you to jam-packed, set-you-for-success courses you can invest in to ensure you have the tools for growing your Resume Business to six figures.
Hope this got you to thinking about your future Resume Business!
Until next week,
Kara
