Being a business owner can be an overwhelming, never-ending job. When an owner first starts out, he or she is the foreman, field worker, estimator, office administrator, salesperson, bill collector, scheduler, production manager — the titles go on and on. As the business grows, we add other employees and managers. As growth continues, the owner’s duties also evolve. Over time, owners must decide where their business efforts offer the highest return on investment balanced by personal fulfillment.
While no two owners are alike, the following guidelines may help you with that decision.