#2792 - Failure Friday: The Case of the Disappearing Developer
Aug 23, 2024
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This episode features a small business owner who faced a critical challenge when her web developer vanished, leaving her locked out of her website during peak sales time. She shares her hard-won lessons about the importance of choosing reliable freelancers and having backup plans. The conversation emphasizes the need for business owners to maintain control over their digital assets to build resilience and ensure future success. Tune in for valuable insights on navigating the pitfalls of online project management!
The case of the disappearing developer highlights the necessity of proper planning and vetting when hiring freelancers for critical tasks.
Implementing effective processes and utilizing the right tools can significantly enhance productivity and lead to growth opportunities for small businesses.
Deep dives
The Importance of Streamlining Processes
Streamlining processes in business is often overlooked, with many sticking to old habits rather than pursuing efficiency. Taking the time to implement more effective practices not only frees up time but also boosts productivity, allowing for a focus on personal time and growth. Tools like ShipStation can significantly aid e-commerce businesses by simplifying order management and enhancing shipping operations, which leads to cost savings and improved customer satisfaction. Embracing these resources ultimately turns challenges into opportunities for growth in a competitive market.
Lessons from a Web Developer Mishap
The story of a small business owner who lost access to her website after a web developer disappeared underscores the importance of proper planning and vigilance when hiring freelancers. Communication breakdowns and missed deadlines can lead to dire consequences, particularly during critical sales periods, as seen in this case. The owner learned vital lessons about maintaining administrative rights, ensuring backup plans, and thoroughly vetting developers to prevent similar situations in the future. By addressing these issues and implementing changes, she successfully regained control of her website and improved her business operations.
In this week’s “Failure Friday” segment, we hear from a small business owner who hired someone to update their website, only to be locked out during a crucial sales period when the developer disappeared.
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