10 Powerful Steps to Creating a Successful Business

Too often I speak to very successful business owners who have been in business for many years; and they come to see me for coaching because they are frustrated that they are so caught up in the running of their business that they do not have a life for themselves anymore. Sound familiar! Most of the business owners I speak to are starting their business not with the end in mind.

What does this mean?

• It means to be really clear on your vision for your business and your personal life.
• It means to be really clear on your business and personal values and why you are in business in the first place.
• It means to be really clear on what type of people do you love to work with and what are their traits, qualities etc.
• It means to set up simple systems from day one of your business and maintain the update of these.
• It means to maintain simple systems in your personal life for yourself and with your loved ones.

I was speaking with a business owner in one of my group coaching sessions last week who asked me the question;

“Is it okay for me to choose my own business hours…Don’t I have to work flat out and full on to be successful?”

What is your answer to this question as a business owner. Notice your own beliefs that may be running your business today.

My answer to her was “Definitely Not! You choose how you wish to set your business up and what hours you want to work. Consider also, how much money you may want to make and then work out your hourly rate and how many clients you need to see to achieve this. Then work out your business hours from there and see if it matches your desired lifestyle without sacrificing the important people in your life, as well as your time for self”

More about the simple 10 powerful steps to creating a successful business below. Yes, it is normally the simple things that get lost amongst the midst of our busyness each day. Remember to always hold on to the basics as your strong foundation so that you are standing on solid ground for when you grow your business.

1. Have a clear vision of where you want to take your business. Write it down and create a plan on how
you are going to get there.

2. Set up powerful and simple systems to support your business on a daily basis. Take consistent
action steps to develop the depth of your business foundation.

3. Have supportive people around you who match your values – business partners, colleagues, staff and
mentors.

4. Stick to what you are good at doing and hire others to support you and the growth of your business.

5. Create your business YOUR way. Sure! learn from others – take what you want and hold onto your
vision.

6. Keep a close eye on your cash flow (income v’s expenses) and create an abundant mindset.

7. Set strong boundaries and attract your ideal clients for life. Be clear on who your deal client is. What
are their qualities, standards etc.

8. Create a positive belief system about yourself and your business, so that whenever challenges come
your way – ‘and they will’ – you will then be able to deal with it efficiently and effectively in the
moment.

9. Hire a mentor/coach to support your ongoing personal and professional growth as a life investment.

10. Have fun along the way and enjoy the journey.