In this podcast, Jonathan Jay, CEO of The Dealmakers Academy, a seasoned entrepreneur, explores the work-life balance. He underscores the significance of discipline and prioritization, sharing personal challenges in team management. Despite not being a natural people manager, Jay's success in profitable businesses is attributed to leveraging team strengths and establishing a solid business foundation before considering exit strategies. Why would you wait any longer to start living the lifestyle you signed up for? Balance your health, wealth, relationships and business growth. And focus your time and energy and make the most of this year. Let's get into it by clicking here.

Troy delves into our guest's startup journey, their perception of success, industry reconsideration, and the pivotal stress point during business expansion. They discuss the joys of small business growth, vital entrepreneurial habits, and strategies for team building, encompassing wins, blunders, and invaluable advice.

And a snapshot of the final five Grow A Small Business Questions:

According to Jonathan Jay, the hardest challenge in growing a small business is overcoming natural procrastination, taking that initial step, and implementing a well-thought-out plan.
Jonathan Jay mentioned several favorite business books, but among them, "Built to Sell" by John Warrillow stands out as a book he considered highly valuable. This book provides insightful guidance on structuring a business for eventual sale, offering practical advice on creating a valuable and marketable enterprise.
While not a regular listener to podcasts or online learning tools himself due to time constraints, he hosts a podcast named "Business Buying Strategies." He mentioned it as a resource for individuals seeking insights into acquiring and growing businesses.
Jonathan Jay advises using Xero for small business growth—a robust finance package. With its user-friendly interface, bank integration, and real-time insights, Xero is key for understanding and managing financial health, vital for sustainable growth.
Reflecting on his entrepreneurial journey, Jonathan would advise his day one self to "think bigger." He encourages aspiring entrepreneurs to aim higher, build extensive connections and relationships, and leverage the knowledge and experience of others. The key message is to think big and go beyond initial expectations

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Quotable quotes from our special Grow A Small Business podcast guest:

Understanding cash flow is paramount; knowing what's happening in your business is crucial for success – Jonathan Jay

Think bigger, aim higher; build more connections and relationships while leveraging others' expertise – Jonathan Jay

Consistency is key, flip-flopping and inconsistency hinder progress in business growth – Jonathan Jay

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