Staying Solo | Business Strategy for Service Providers, Creatives and Consultants

We've all been there on a consult call where the would-be client isn't ready for us, or worse, they are surprised by how much our services cost. Womp womp. In this express episode, we're talking about what NOT to do on your consult calls.

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While there's definitely a time to hustle hard in your business, you simply can't hustle ALL the time. But how do you keep improving when you're not in hustle mode? We're sharing some proven hustle-free ways to keep optimizing your business and growing it the right way.

In episode 55 we talked about our fave ways to grow a services business - so don't tune out - this is completely different. This goes way beyond growing into building something sustainable. A business you actually enjoy and are excited to work on.

Get the inside scoop here: https://scoopindustries.com/episode56/

Being a part of a mastermind can be incredibly powerful, but you need to have a plan to get the most out of it. In this express episode, we're talking about how to get the very most out of masterminding.

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If you're the type of person that starts a business in the first place, then you're most likely the type of person who wants to keep that business growing. (Or at least find ways to make what you're doing more efficient.)

In this episode we're dishing up the scoop on our fave ways to grow your services business - including a few that may surprise you.

Get the inside scoop here: https://scoopindustries.com/episode55/

Many of us struggle with confidence, but there's a flipside to that struggle...when our ego gets in the way. In this express episode we're talking about ego and how it can trip you up. Get ready for a little ego check, and some of this may be a bit hard to hear, but it's necessary. I know I need to check myself every so often.

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Being a solopreneur can make it feel like you truly are a solo show. In this episode we're talking about how to avoid falling into the trap of thinking you need to do it ALL on your own.

Get the inside scoop here: https://scoopindustries.com/episode54/

Most of us love planning. We're straight up addicted to planning. But there comes a time when planning becomes a big old problem. In this express episode we're talking about the downside of planning and how to keep planning in it's rightful place in your business. For more great content like this, visit www.scoopindustries.com/blog.

In this episode, we're getting real about the online world and why being a practitioner is seriously undervalued, and actually the most important asset you have. We want to dive into what's going on in this crazy pants online world, and show how not to lose sight of what matters the most - your skills, experience and talents.

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Spring is in the air so you're likely thinking ahead to Summer and taking a break. But how on earth do you take a break from your business and not have things go to pot? A break from your business doesn't mean checking email every day and being connected. We're talking about the kind of break where you're not tethered and working.

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For most of us, running our own business means working from home and spending a lot of time alone. While a Skype call and chatting with your pets may break up the day, this solo thing can be a big challenge. In this episode we're talking about putting pants on and leaving your house...and why it should be a big priority.

Get in the inside scoop on Episode 52 here: https://scoopindustries.com/episode52/