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A recent business cliché doing the rounds on the venerable organ we call LinkedIn is "you NEVER learn from success, you ALWAYS learn from failure". Its as bad as "the ONE THING that will improve your ...". It's no more than superficial attention grabbing pabulum. You can learn SO MUCH about success. Why do people by the millions read the biographies of successful people? They want the recipe. And sometimes you don't learn ANYTHING from failure eg being made redundant when you were smashing it out the park and noone can give you a good reason | a deal that goes quiet and you can't get an insight as to why etc. Rather than be beguiled by pleasing sounding platitudes, do you have a filter to see if it checks out with your experience?

In business, success often comes from thinking outside the square. Instead of following traditional paths, consider new angles. 💡 Start thinking creatively, and watch the opportunities unfold! #ThinkOutsideTheBox #BusinessGrowth #CreativeMarketing #ReferralPartners

I asked one of my clients to reflect on the success of his business. His answer was so interesting 💡 First, a bit of context. I’m writing the company’s brand story, and spent some time interviewing one of the founders this morning. He told me that his company is successful against all the odds. He started it with an old colleague in April 2020, with no funding and no assets. Within just a few months, they had their first office. Statistically speaking, he was more likely to win the lottery than make this business work. Yet within 4 years, they were turning over six figures. When I asked him what the secret to his success was, he told me it was a heady combo of unwavering confidence and honest reflection on their limitations. What does that mean? 1. Their vision and drive is rock solid 2. They’re agile and they take risks whenever they need to 3. Everyone wants to work with them because they’re known to treat their staff so well, so they’re able handpick their team from across the industry 4. They invest in experts to help make their business successful. Their approach isn’t rocket science, yet so many businesses fail because they’re not following the same simple principles 🧐

Don’t read this post if you’re in a hurry. This is my longest post so far. That’s the power of inspiring conversations about business, strategy, and the meaning of it all. I would love to hear your thoughts on it.

Feeling pulled in too many directions? Scaling a business often means juggling opportunities, but here’s the crux of the issue — saying ‘yes’ to everything can dilute your impact. To grow effectively, you need to prioritise around your core niche. Focus on what truly aligns with your long-term vision and be prepared to say ‘no’ to the distractions. Re-prioritising isn’t about doing less — it’s about doing what matters most. What can you let go of to refocus on your unique strengths?” “Take a step back, realign, and focus on what truly drives growth.” Schedule a call with me at www.dajcs.co.uk if you want to chat through how to go about finding your core focus. #CoreFocus #Niche #IdealCustomer

🚀 Success in business comes from deliberate actions, calculated decisions, and a deep understanding of the market. While luck may play a small part, it's not going to get you to new heights. A robust, aligned, and well-executed strategy is what truly makes a business thrive. Need help forming that strategy? Book in a discovery call. Paul & Josh will run through where you are, give some advice, and if the conditions are right, maybe we can partner together to make your ambious company the next big thing. Maybe not, but you will have had an hour of David & Co.'s time and we're always happy to help. 📲 https://lnkd.in/eXZVdQvU #BusinessStrategy #GrowthMindset #businessgrowth

Is Your Company's Value System Propelling You to Success? Ever wonder what separates a thriving business from the rest? It's not always about the bottom line – it’s the core values that pave the way for a smoother ride to success. Discover how your company stacks up: #businessvalue #businesssuccess  

Who Else Wants Their Business To Thrive With A Dream Team Of Advisors? A startup founder I recently advised was struggling to get market traction. Their product was innovative, but they weren't sure if it was the right fit for their target audience. They were hesitant to invest more resources without knowing if their product would truly resonate with customers. So, I suggested they create a client advisory board. The result? Invaluable feedback that helped them refine their product, identify new features, and even land their first major customer. This is the power of tapping into the collective wisdom of your customers. Imagine having a group of passionate advocates who can: - Provide honest feedback - Identify pain points and opportunities - Amplify your reach A client advisory board is like having a group of trusted advisors who are invested in your success. But it's not always easy to build one. It takes time, effort, and a willingness to listen. But the rewards are worth it.

6th MAJOR RISK OF LAUNCHING A BUSINESS CAN THE BUSINESS SUSTAIN EXPLOSIVE GROWTH? 🚀 After coming this far in analyzing the risk of launching your business, you’ve gone through the conception stage, scrutinizing your idea, going into market research, producing at a cost considerably fair enough to sway customers, and at a timely trend… Now the business has gone through all that and is doing just fine in the market, infact you’re getting more sales than expected, Now note 🗒️ 📌the higher you grow, the higher risk you take 📌 when you risk the company and it’s not worth much then it’s so much easier 📌 extrodinary success can be as dangerous as imminent failure! So put in capable hands to navigate your growth If you’ve successfully passed the hurdle of the major six risk stated then you’re ready. Now any further development will go through this six stages repeatedly, from inception to growth! I hope you’re able to grab something ?😊 ♻️kindly repost to enlighten others P.S. day six of #20dayslinkedinchallengewithhenrietta #20dayslinkedinchallengewithhenrietta #henriettagrowthcommunity #visibilitypluscredibility #linkedingrowth

The tricky thing about being self-employed is that it feels like there’s always more you could be doing, and that your business could always be doing better. 🤔 But here’s a thought: It’s not about doing more—it’s about doing the right things. 💡 Focus on high-impact activities that drive growth, and learn to delegate the rest. ⏰ Your time is your most valuable asset—are you using it wisely? What’s one thing you can delegate this week to free up time for bigger, more strategic goals? 🚀 For more free tips: Go to getfreeonpurpose.com