In this podcast episode, Sam Varner interviews Carolyn Bolt, owner of Crossfields, a full-service architectural and interior design firm. They discuss Carolyn's journey in building a successful business, the significance of business knowledge for service-based entrepreneurs, and the advantages of working virtually. The transcript also introduces She Profit School, a group coaching program that offers resources, live coaching, and a network of successful business owners to help entrepreneurs achieve their profit goals. Additionally, the conversation highlights the use of technology and virtual communication in the construction industry, emphasizing the value of integrating technology into construction drawings and serving clients effectively while reducing costs.

Key Points

• The virtual aspect of their business proved advantageous, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic.
• Carolyn shares her experience of working with her husband and the natural separation of roles they established in their projects.
• The community and network of business owners in She Profit School allow for faster progress and avoidance of trial and error.

Best Quotes

• "We had this vision that we would create a standardized scope of services, not standardized design, but standardized scope of services."
• If you start out of the gate earlier with what support do I need? What professionals do I need to help grow this properly from the beginning, massive difference in how quickly I think you can take off."
• "The first one we hired was this business coach, was this marketing coach. It's a big chunk of money. It was really scary, but it's like, we don't know what we're doing."
• "And so we had to really get clear on what our giftings were."
• "It's not easy... we're still not where we want to be, but we keep pushing forward and making decisions based on potential."

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