Running your own business is never easy. Additionally, bringing in extra help is not always an easy decision, especially if you are trying to run lean. Regardless if you decide to bring in a temporary contractor or a full-time employee, it can be expensive when you factor in taxes, training, and recruitment costs. While these costs are sometimes inevitable, don't forget that these costs are part of the balance between keeping up with demand and staying in the black. To help you navigate this balancing act, here three signs to let you know it's time to get some help.
You have too much on your plate
Too many entrepreneurs make the mistake of doing everything on their own. Never forget that your human and that you have your limits. While it is common for a small business owner to wear many hats, it should never get to a point where your work-life balance begins to nosedive. The last thing you need is being stuck in the weeds when you should be focusing on more important issues.
Your current employees are burned out
As a business owner, you want to make sure that your employees are motivated and ready to hope on new projects. Likewise, they would understandably want to feel needed and that their work has an impact on the business. However, everyone has their limits. If you put too much on your employee's plates, you are more likely to burn them out. Once they reach their limit, you can expect some turnover and the costs associated with finding their replacements.
Scaling up the business
If the business is booming and you are struggling to keep up with the demand, then this is a definite sign you need help. The last thing any startup founder or small business owner wants is to have the customer experience negatively impacted because you can't keep up with demand. In this scenario, you will need to look at your books and see if you need a full-time hire, part-time hire, or possibly outsource the work to a vendor.
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