Many people stereotype contractors as hell-raising free spirits who live by their own set of rules. Maybe so, but I meet and work with far more contractors who are anxious types and worriers. I looked online for a definition of anxious and found this one: “experiencing worry, unease, or nervousness, typically about an imminent event or something with an uncertain outcome.” One of my favorite quotes is from Mark Twain, who said, “I have been through some terrible things in my life, some of which actually happened.” Hopefully, the following suggestions can make your business endeavors less stressful.
Remember it’s the nature of the beast. You did not choose to be a government worker or employee of a large corporation. You are an important cog in a small business. Small businesses are rewarding in that you get to make things happen. You can control your own destiny, but with that reality comes the need to stay focused — and stay on top of the trends and financial data that impact your business.