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610: Practical Applications Of A Must-Read Book Into Your Small Business
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- Anticipate potential challenges before they become disasters. For instance, if team morale starts to dip, address it early with open communication or team-building initiatives.
- Focus on solutions, not problems. Instead of dwelling on a client who backed out, consider what adjustments in your sales process could improve retention.
- Teach your team the same mindset. An empowered team that problem-solves proactively is a considerable asset.
- Create a vision statement that both you and your team can rally behind.
- Before launching a new service, ask, "What does success look like?" and "How does this align with our core mission?"
- Use goal-setting frameworks like OKRs (Objectives and Key Results) to ensure everyone in the business knows where they're headed.
- Use Covey's Time Management Matrix. Focus on tasks that fall into Quadrant II – essential but not urgent (strategic planning, team development, or building new partnerships).
- Delegate or eliminate tasks that don't move the needle. Not everything deserves your attention.
- Start each day by asking yourself, What's my biggest priority? If I do nothing else today, what task absolutely must get done?
- Negotiate with empathy. During discussions, consider the other party's needs and goals and find a compromise that works for everyone.
- For your team, create opportunities where employees feel empowered and valued. A win-win work culture keeps talent engaged.
- Innovate with your customers in mind. Ask how you can provide more value to them – and watch how that mindset leads to loyalty and referrals.
- Pause during tough conversations and fully grasp the other person's perspective before responding.
- Use active listening techniques like paraphrasing or asking thoughtful follow-up questions.
- Encourage this habit in your team to strengthen collaboration and reduce misunderstandings.
About The Author:
Sharie DeHart, QPA, is the co-founder of Business Consulting And Accounting in Lynnwood, Washington. She is the leading expert in managing outsourced construction bookkeeping and accounting services companies and cash management accounting for small construction companies across the USA. She encourages Contractors and Construction Company Owners to stay current on their tax obligations and offers insights on managing the remaining cash flow to operate and grow their construction company sales and profits so they can put more money in the bank. Call 1-800-361-1770 or sharie@fasteasyaccounting.com
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610: Practical Applications Of A Must-Read Book Into Your Small Business
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Manage episode 460391011 series 1082451
- Anticipate potential challenges before they become disasters. For instance, if team morale starts to dip, address it early with open communication or team-building initiatives.
- Focus on solutions, not problems. Instead of dwelling on a client who backed out, consider what adjustments in your sales process could improve retention.
- Teach your team the same mindset. An empowered team that problem-solves proactively is a considerable asset.
- Create a vision statement that both you and your team can rally behind.
- Before launching a new service, ask, "What does success look like?" and "How does this align with our core mission?"
- Use goal-setting frameworks like OKRs (Objectives and Key Results) to ensure everyone in the business knows where they're headed.
- Use Covey's Time Management Matrix. Focus on tasks that fall into Quadrant II – essential but not urgent (strategic planning, team development, or building new partnerships).
- Delegate or eliminate tasks that don't move the needle. Not everything deserves your attention.
- Start each day by asking yourself, What's my biggest priority? If I do nothing else today, what task absolutely must get done?
- Negotiate with empathy. During discussions, consider the other party's needs and goals and find a compromise that works for everyone.
- For your team, create opportunities where employees feel empowered and valued. A win-win work culture keeps talent engaged.
- Innovate with your customers in mind. Ask how you can provide more value to them – and watch how that mindset leads to loyalty and referrals.
- Pause during tough conversations and fully grasp the other person's perspective before responding.
- Use active listening techniques like paraphrasing or asking thoughtful follow-up questions.
- Encourage this habit in your team to strengthen collaboration and reduce misunderstandings.
About The Author:
Sharie DeHart, QPA, is the co-founder of Business Consulting And Accounting in Lynnwood, Washington. She is the leading expert in managing outsourced construction bookkeeping and accounting services companies and cash management accounting for small construction companies across the USA. She encourages Contractors and Construction Company Owners to stay current on their tax obligations and offers insights on managing the remaining cash flow to operate and grow their construction company sales and profits so they can put more money in the bank. Call 1-800-361-1770 or sharie@fasteasyaccounting.com
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