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Getting a start-up off the ground can be exciting, particularly for new entrepreneurs. However, launching a company is just the beginning and there are plenty of other things your client will need to do to encourage and maintain the business’ growth. Making plans for growth and taking steps to achieve this will pay dividends to your client now and in the years to come.
From hiring a reputable auditor to seeking financial support, with your guidance, your client will be able to successfully increase the growth of their business, which will give them more earning potential and help them achieve their long-term goals for their company.
Read on to find out how to successfully prepare a business for growth.
Ways to Prepare Your Business for High Growth
Financial responsibility
Business growth doesn’t happen all at once, so it’s crucial to ensure the company’s finances are in order to maintain success through its less lucrative periods. Starting good financial habits early in the development of your own business will make it easier to continue in this vein as the company grows.
Help your client find a reputable auditor to keep track of the company finances and ensure they are complying with any tax obligations they may legally have.
Financial Support
Many entrepreneurs aren’t aware of the funding that is available to support their start-up or small business, which results in unnecessary stress and financial hardship. Ensuring your client is fully informed about all the financial support they can apply for will increase the chance of their business growing and flourishing.
The UK government offers a number of helpful funding schemes for a wide range of businesses, so it’s worth having a look at these to see if any are suitable for your client’s company.
Additional staff or outsourcing
As your client’s business grows it will accumulate more work. This will most likely mean your client will require more staff to support them and keep the business running smoothly, particularly when it comes to areas like marketing, sales, and accounting.
Your client will need to consider whether they want to recruit staff for these roles or take on contract workers or freelancers. Each option has its benefits, so encourage them to break down the pros and cons and assess which would suit their business needs best.
Patience and Monitoring Competitors
It’s important to remember that growing a business doesn’t happen overnight. Setting realistic expectations for your client will ensure they aren’t disappointed with the speed at which their company is progressing.
Keeping an eye on the growth of other businesses in the same field may give you an idea of how quickly you can expect your client’s business to grow. It will also be useful when setting competitive prices for products and services and looking for gaps in the market which could give your client an edge over their competition.