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How to keep your small scale business running

Chacha Wabara by Chacha Wabara
September 5, 2019
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How to keep your small scale business running
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The thing about small scale business is that running them is not a ‘small’ feat at all. People think small scale business and immediately think easy. Well, that is mostly not the case. Small business requires work, a lot of work if there is any hope of making it successful. The major reason why most small business owners fail is that they underestimate the amount of work and strategic planning it takes to make their business succeed.

Here are a few tips that will help you stay in business for a long time;

The business is small scale, not your mind; think big

Most small business owners restrict their creativity and intuition. They are of the opinion that they should think a certain way. Don’t cut yourself short. Don’t restrict your mind. The way to grow a business is to do the unusual; outside the box thinking. Don’t let the ‘small-scale nature’ of the business to box in your mind.

Focus on growing the business before growing the profit

Sounds crazy right? This is the best way to ensure longevity. Work on building a brand first; build a market for yourself. It is very likely that you won’t be making much in way of profit until your business is stabilized. This is why it is best to focus on the business first; the faster the business is established the sooner your profit starts flowing.

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A satisfied customer makes for a strong business

The importance of keeping your customers satisfied can never be overemphasized. You need to establish a great customer relationship. Look out for your customer’s best interest. Maintaining a close relationship with your customers is a great way to study the market. Customers feel better knowing or feeling that you care for them; this births loyalty in them.

Don’t stop learning

There can never be enough knowledge. New things, new ideas and new theories come up each day. The market changes every day so you should be abreast with the changes. Try to read; articles, news, and textbooks. Keep yourself updated and you’ll be able to sustain your business.

Division of labor is not such a bad idea

Finances may be tight but there are things you can’t possibly do all on your own. Employ more hands to help out. Having more hands on deck does not only make work faster but more efficient. This is another reason why profits may be hard to come by at first but it can’t be helped. Remember, we are focusing on the business before money.

Stay positive

Positive vibes attract positive results. Of course there are going to be days when you just want to quit; days when you wonder why you thought you could make it. Don’t be daunted by those days. Feel your mind with images of success. Give yourself a pep talk from time to time and keep moving one step at a time.

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it is your determination and strategic calculations that will make the difference and keep your business in the running for the long run.


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Chacha Wabara

Chacha Wabara

Chacha Wabara-Ogbobine is a Legal practitioner with over 9years post call experience. A research Consultant, professional writer and a blogger at heart,owner of four thriving websites with well over 10years of experience. Totally in love with keeping fit and coaching weight loss enthusiasts. I love my quiet time, being with my kids, watching TV series for hours on end.

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