Business Issues

Why did you become an entrepreneur? What was the vision that first led you to action and what keeps you going?

Your mindset is a choice. I used to wish I were like everyone else. I remember telling my therapist years ago that I just wanted to be normal. Then a funny thing happened; I shot past normal.

I am writing about this topic on a small business related blog because the joy, enthusiasm, enrollment, and engagement you bring to your business directly effects how successful your business is.

Tune in Thursday, October 11, 2018, at 8am and 2pm PST to listen to the Ask Christina First Radio Show on www.awoptalk247.com

Last month I discussed the components of your business you should keep your eyes on weekly and monthly. This post is about the aspects of your business that need your attention and evaluation on a yearly basis. When you choose to work on your business you feel in control instead of your business controlling you. 

The 5 elements of a yearly company review:

1. Profit and Loss Statement (P&L)- Take a look at your pricing, marketing, staffing, and direction.

This week on the radio I will be talking about the yearly review of your business as a follow-up to last week's month's show, "Eyes on your business weekly and monthly".

Tune in today, Thursday, October 4, 2018, at 8am and 2pm PT on www.awoptalk247.com to listen to the Ask Christina First Radio Show.

As a business owner, I recommend you have regular company reviews. Weekly, monthly, bi-annual, and annual collections of information lead to positive, effective reviews. Weekly you should enter the hours for you and your employees, your billing and invoicing, tracking information on inventory, pricing, sales, and anything specific to you and your business like your social media or marketing initiatives.

What are the two elements that require your attention so your business doesn't fall apart? There are nine elements that can be divided into 3 categories within your business: Level 1- products, systems, customer service. Level 2- marketing, finance, team. Level 3- leadership, trends & forecasting, envisioning and strategic planning. Each element serves a primary purpose in your business.

What are the two things you think will make your business fail? Every one of the 9 business elements I talk about, serve a purpose in your business. This week I'll be discussing the two things that will break your company.

Tune in today, Thursday, September 13, 2018, at 8am and 2pm PST on www.awoptalk247.com to listen to the Ask Christina First Radio Show.

The best gift you can give your employee is your choice to lead. You are the leader by default because you started the business; but when you choose to actually lead, you hold accountability for your choices and do the things that come with being a leader. Holding your employees accountable is an act of love; it's noticing/observing what they've done and offering praise.

The most important thing you can do in your business is to choose to be the leader. I spoke in a previous show things leaders must do and equally as important, today on the radio show I will be discussing leadership things to NOT do.

Tune in today, Thursday, September 6, 2018, at 8am and 2pm PST on www.awoptalk247.com to listen to the Ask Christina First Radio Show.

Being a leader has distinct responsibilities; do you know what you need to be a solid leader? Your business was birthed from your vision and running your business well helps further your purpose. Whatever your leadership style, your mindset is what will move your company and employees forward. Running your business because it earns you income doesn't mean you've chosen to lead. Being a leader isn't about being the best or about being perfect; you may not be the best person to lead but just because someone else might be better doesn't mean you get to abdicate yourself. Surround yourself with people smarter than you,but don't let go of th leadership reigns.