Running a successful business requires a variety of skills. Some entrepreneurs prioritize creativity. Others need strong leadership skills. And it’s always worth trying to improve in all these areas. Here are tips from members of the online small business community for building your entrepreneurial skills.
Learn from These Essential Traits of Successful Entrepreneurs
Entrepreneurs come from all backgrounds and have a huge array of skills. But there are some similarities that many successful business owners share. Ivan Widjaya of SMB CEO shares some in this post. And BizSugar members shared their own thoughts on the post here.
Evolve Your Leadership Skills to Sustain Success
Every entrepreneur needs strong leadership skills. But even if you have a solid foundation, you need to constantly improve to keep your team efficient and effective. Marty Zwilling of Startup Professionals Musings offers tips for evolving your leadership style in this post.
Learn to Overcome Writer’s Block
Creativity is a major asset for business owners, but it tends to come in waves. When you’re not feeling inspired, you still need to produce content. So check out this Strella Social Media post by Rachel Strella for tips on overcoming writer’s block.
Nurture B2B Leads by Building Trust
Building trust is an essential factor in any relationship, including those with prospects and clients. If your goal is to turn more of those leads into customers, read the tips in this Jeff Bullas post by Erik Emanuelli.
Find the Best Ideas for Making Money Online
It takes skill to come up with the perfect business idea. But sometimes, you need a little inspiration. Then you can use your other skills to execute an existing idea. This JoyWallet post by Sara Coleman includes 18 legitimate ideas for making money online.
Learn What It Takes to Be a Successful Freelancer
Do you have what it takes to be a successful freelancer? There are plenty of ways to use your existing skills in this industry. But it may help to learn more about the landscape of freelance work. In this Blogging Wizard post, Nicola Bleu lists several relevant stats for freelancers. And BizSugar members offered their own thoughts here.
Find What Makes You Unique
Every entrepreneur has unique skills that set them apart. In this Algrim.co post, Patrick Algrim goes over questions to best determine the answer to this question. Though geared at job interviews, the questions can also help entrepreneurs narrow down their most valuable skills.
Hire and Retain Superstar Employees
Running a successful business isn’t just about your own skills – it’s also about finding team members whose skills compliment your own. So how can you find these superstar employees? Mary Kyamko details seven hiring strategies for retail businesses in this Crowdspring post.
Learn to Work with International Clients
You need strong communication skills to work with clients from different countries. But expanding to international markets can dramatically increase your profitability. Harry and Sally Vaishnav of Small Biz Viewpoints dive into this concept here. And the BizSugar community commented further here.
Make Quality Sleep a Priority
No matter what type of business you run, prioritizing your own wellness is a must. This includes getting enough sleep. Lack of rest can lead to overwhelm and make it difficult to reach your potential. It may even make you sick. Check out this Mostly Blogging post by Janice Wald for more on the subject.
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