Systems Saved Me® 4 Ways to Avoid Scope Creep in Your Service Business
In this engaging episode, Keila Hill-Trawick, founder of Little Fish Accounting, dives into the challenges of scope creep and how it impacts both time and money for small teams doing big things. Keila shares her expertise in establishing clear boundaries to ensure a smooth client experience. Whether you’re dealing with projects growing beyond control or learning to manage client expectations, this episode provides real-life strategies and four key tips to avoid scope creep in your business.
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TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 - Introduction of Keila Hill-Trawick and the focus on small teams doing big things.
1:02 - Keila introduces Little Fish Accounting and the importance of financial clarity for businesses.
2:42 - The challenges of scope creep: impacting time and profitability.
3:28 - Key 1: Preparing in advance to avoid unclear expectations.
5:22 - Key 2: Establishing a repeatable process for consistent project management.
9:02 - Key 3: Scheduling regular check-ins to maintain project alignment.
11:55 - Key 4: Having a clear deliverable or close process to signify project completion.
14:56 - Recap of the 4 keys and their impact on handling scope creep.
17:39 - Final thoughts and how to connect with Keila Hill-Trawick.