Wealthy Way The Hidden Risk of Staying Small: Building a Business That Doesn’t Rely on You
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Oct 21, 2025 Scaling your business might be riskier than you think! Discover how small teams can create fragility and why larger groups are often more innovative. Learn about the diverse skills required for growth versus staying small and how a personal brand allows for varied offerings. Delve into the mechanics of building a robust business machine, balancing customer acquisition and staffing. Explore the risks of scaling and how to align your business goals with your lifestyle. Ultimately, understand the trade-offs between remaining small and pursuing growth.
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Small Size Can Increase Risk
- Being small can be riskier than being big because losing one team member can cripple the operation.
- A larger team creates a machine that generates revenue without relying solely on you.
Solo Work Limits Perspective
- Ryan describes being solo as being only as good as yourself and missing others' perspectives.
- He says larger teams add creativity and decision making that reveal things he doesn't see alone.
Get Coaches When You're Solo
- If you run a business alone, get coaches or external feedback to compensate for limited perspective.
- Build decision-making and talent around you to scale beyond individual capacity.