3 Things I Learned in Handling a Business (so far)
My business partner and I have been running our business on the side for the past few years. This is my first time doing it full-time.
Working on it full-time for weeks has taught me a lot, especially about staying on track and focused on our vision.
Here are three things I’ve learned so far about handling a creative business, or any business in general:
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Time Management: This is common advice but often overlooked. Good time management helps me prioritize important tasks over less important ones. Sometimes, everything feels urgent, but it’s crucial to identify top priorities and delegate or postpone others. The Eisenhower Matrix can help with this.
To-do List: Once I’ve identified my priorities, I break them down into detailed action plans. Having a daily or weekly to-do list keeps me grounded and on track. It also helps prevent the feeling of being lost. Unexpected urgent tasks can disrupt my list, so I include breaks or leisure time to stay balanced.
Pacing: Proper pacing is important in managing a business. I don’t have 100% energy all week, and some days are overwhelming. By considering my pacing and taking rest or learning days, I make my workload more manageable. Identifying weekly priorities and personal time is essential.
Running a business is an exciting journey full of learning. It can be nerve-wracking when you don’t have clients for the next month, but that’s part of the challenge. In slow times, focus on marketing and improving the business portfolio for the future.
That’s all for today. Let me know if you want to know more about my journey in the comments below.
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