“Ask yourself these questions if you’re just starting your business: What’s the main reason you want to be a business owner? What’re the main priorities in your life? (Family, traveling, philanthropy, health/fitness, money, etc.) Does your current business plan allow… — Liesha Petrovich Copy Share Image
“Here’s a link to the Google Docs version of this plan: Your Business Contingency Plan on Google Docs Emergencies” — Liesha Petrovich Copy Share Image
“Instead of hiding under the covers, let’s do something about it. Maybe you’re not feeling this way today, but you might tomorrow. So now… — Liesha Petrovich Copy Share Image
“Don’t Reinvent the Wheel You may feel like you’re discovering new, uncharted territory as you build your business. However, business is not new. There are millions of business owners who have been right where you are – trying to make their entrepreneurial dreams come true. Whatever problem or challenge you might face creating your lifestyle business, someone else has likely… — Liesha Petrovich Copy Share
“2. Create an extremely specific client policy This is something you should do BEFORE you have problem clients. Every business is different, but think of your specific business and the scope of your job. Specifics can include: Standard price Possible additional prices Deadlines What happens when deadlines are not met (on their part) Duties Job specifications Expectations (both theirs and… — Liesha Petrovich Copy Share
“The key to creating a lifestyle business is to develop timesaving strategies and systems, so you don’t have to work your fingers to the bone. It’s about making smart choices, and designing a business that supports your personal needs. If you want to run a successful business, and live a well-balanced life, you can build a business designed to fit… — Liesha Petrovich Copy Share
“Creating a plan of action is what helps me reduce stress. List the top reasons your business stresses you out. Then find a way to reduce or eliminate the source of that stress. For example, if it’s a client, consider letting that client go (this can do wonders for your stress level!). If it’s finding new clients, work on a… — Liesha Petrovich Copy Share
“Your Business Contingency Plan Something crazy is always happening. Just because you’re a business owner doesn’t mean you’re immune to this crazy ride called Life. Do you feel like you spend all your time putting out fires? It’s the dreaded stress/reaction cycle. Things are going well until… BAM! Something derails your life – which derails your business. If you want… — Liesha Petrovich Copy Share
“Get Organized Already! In a world where the average person looks at their phone 150 times a day, it’s time to embrace organizational technology;… — Liesha Petrovich Copy Share Image
“Nothing will get better unless you’re willing to be honest with yourself. If you’re willing to take a long, hard look at your current… — Liesha Petrovich Copy Share Image
“When you’re balancing your business and family, you’ve got to become a Master of Time. Or a Time Lord – which is even better. The old saying, “Time is Money” is completely true. But it goes beyond that – time is your biggest asset. It’s essential that you start treating your time like Scrooge treats money. Get stingy with it!… — Liesha Petrovich Copy Share
“Emergencies Vs. Standard Stress Life can punch you in the gut when you least expect it. You can’t possibly prevent those types of life-altering events, like an unexpected or tragic death, a life-threatening illness or even divorce. On the other hand, standard stress is something you can prevent. Like having a safe place for your kids to go if they… — Liesha Petrovich Copy Share
