Coping With Feast and Famine

Thursday, September 28, 2006 at 10:57am by Angela Gilltrap in Marketing

There is a wonderful book by an Australian author called, Flying Solo (flyingsolo.com.au). I think it is particularly poignant for budding entrepreneurs and those already doing the solo thing. A memorable chapter for me was about building your support team, not an emotional one but a business one.

We can�t be everywhere at every moment nor should we want to. Building a team of reliable professionals is an important part of maintaining and managing your work load.

I don�t mean asking for freebies but enlisting the paid services of those you know are right for your business. I am constantly on the look out for people I think would be able to further my business, it is something I tell other freelancers and entrepreneurs to do.

In the feast and famine world of entrepreneurs, there will be a time when you need help. Trying to find it while you are already snowed under will only add to your anxiety. Do your research in your down time, so you are prepared for when the flood gates open.

All entrepreneurs should have at their fingertips professionals in the following areas. Agree on a set fee/structure prior to commencing work so you can concentrate on the tasks at hand and ensure you deliver quality service to your consumers regardless of volume.

Be on the look out for a good:

Lawyer
Accountant
Computer tech
Gofa � (go for this, go for that, person)
Copywriter
Printer
Casual receptionist (who can answer phones, run errands, address emails when you can�t)
A fellow professional who knows your area of expertise