From an original article on various business success pointers, here are the individual “how to” possible options for you to explore.
Growth ability
Starting out in business is one thing, growing the business to be more than it currently is another… And for many business people the idea of growing the business seems strange, they have a fear of change it seems, and don’t want to go any further, unless pushed.
The problem is multi fold but lets take a basic view, the business operates and costs go up for supplies, the rent goes up on the lease… but without a growth strategy they are stuck paying more with the same amount in their pocket… when they do put the prices up they are apologetic about it to customers, and start to sound more like victims than business people.
Therefore the business needs to be the type that can be grown readily so that these (and other growth related challenges) can be handled easily.
To grow your business make room in your business plan for it, flag it for discussion with your business coach, accountant and partners. Explore your target market and look for ways to expand on what you have to offer.
Growing your business does not automatically mean you have to take on more staff, you may be able to find ways to delegate some tasks to sub contractors outside your business, like bookkeeping, virtual admin services and so on.

#1 by Dana Suazo on February 26, 2008 - 12:28 am
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I enjoyed reading your article. I agree with your point that small business owners automatically assume they have to hire more staff in order to grow.
#2 by J Byrne on November 23, 2011 - 1:57 am
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A very helpful site keep it up!