Why Taking a Holiday can Improve the Value of Your Business

Let’s talk about a simple yet highly effective way to add value to your business. It’s something you might find counterintuitive, but bear with us: plan to take some time off.

The Counterintuitive Way to Add Tremendous Value to Your Business

Now, before you raise your eyebrows, let’s address the concerns that might be swirling in your mind. You might be thinking, “If I take time off, won’t I lose income? What about the aspects of my business that could crumble in my absence? Won’t it end up costing me money?” These concerns are entirely valid, and we’ll provide some context to help you see why taking time off can actually supercharge your business.

When you take a break from your business and approach it strategically, you gain a unique perspective. Upon your return, you’ll likely notice some cracks, gaps, or breakdowns that occurred in your absence.

However, here’s the game-changing part: instead of simply fixing what’s broken, approach it by taking full responsibility for the entire situation. Then, get to work on filling those gaps and identifying what was missing.

Automate Your Business

The magic happens when you commit to preventing those same situations from happening the next time you decide to take some time off. This transforms your business into one that is less reliant on your constant presence. In essence, you’re creating a business that can operate smoothly even when you’re not there every day.

Now, let’s rewind and consider a scenario where you decide to take a week or two off. Give yourself three months to prepare. Sit down with your key team members and communicate the importance of your break for your well-being. Share your desire to maintain balance in your life. Perhaps you’ve noticed that you’ve been a bit irritable or short-tempered lately. Engage their support in allowing you to take some time off while ensuring that the business continues to thrive.

Together, create a plan. Map out a plan for the aspects of the business that require systems, procedures, and checklists. Work as a team to put these in place before you leave. Practice implementing these systems so that everyone is comfortable with them.

Long Term Business Growth

This approach not only eases the transition while you’re away but also significantly contributing to your business’s long-term growth. Your business becomes increasingly self-sufficient, and your team becomes more empowered.

Upon your return, gather your team for an evaluation. Discuss what worked seamlessly and what didn’t. If you were to take those two weeks off again, what changes would you make? By iterating and improving your approach, you’re evolving into a business owner who can confidently step away while your business thrives. It’s not hard to see how you now have an even more valuable business than before you took some time away.

Taking time off isn’t just about returning refreshed and recharged; it’s also about creating an even better relationship with your family and, most importantly, with yourself. Your personal well-being is the cornerstone of your success as a business owner.

In conclusion, if you’re ready to supercharge your business and add tremendous value to it, consider planning your next break strategically. That’s what we specialize in at PROTRADE United. We help people put structures in place to have a business of their choosing that works for them. If you’d like support in implementing these strategies please be in touch.

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Salmon Plumbing
John Salmon

"The fact that I know my business is running smoothly and it doesn't need me at every particular juncture means that I can take some time off for myself"

What you’ll get in the complimentary 60 min session

Diagnostic Tool

Use a powerful diagnostic business tool, to understand the current reality

Identify the Obstacles

Uncover the obstacles that may be holding you back from more profits, time and freedom

Action Plan

Craft a realistic action plan to produce results in the next 6-12 months

Recommendations

Gain recommendations specifically designed for trades and construction businesses operating in Australia & New Zealand

Let’s Hit the Ground Running with a Business Performance Session

Would you like to gain greater clarity and consistency in your trades business? Book a complimentary ‘Business Performance Session´ with a trades business specialist and uncover what may be holding your business back.