Coaching Yourself through Startup (Part Two of a Two-Part Series)
7 Tips that to Help You Meet the Challenge of Starting Your Own Accounting and Tax Practice
Often what will successfully see you through startup is not a small business loan but a little self-coaching. Many small business owners spend more time worrying about their efforts than they do running their businesses. When you’re able to focus on what’s important, you’re better equipped to survive the highs and lows of launching your practice. Last week we discussed the first three of 7 tips designed to help you meet the challenge of starting your own accounting and tax practice:
- Self Assess
- Self Affirm
- Question Yourself
This week we’ll discuss the final four tips:
4. Grow Your Passion
Most people start their own practices because they’re passionate about what they do: accounting and tax preparation. If you’re passionate about your trade it’s important that you hone your expertise to become the premier financial provider in your area. This may require you to invest in additional training, earn professional certification, or build your professional network. Whatever it is, it should ignite that passion and feed your desire to better serve your clientele.
5. Place Yourself in Positive, Rewarding Environments
Have you ever noticed how being with positive, upbeat people leaves you feeling positive and upbeat? On the down side, placing yourself in negative and draining environments will leave you feeling negative and drained. As you build your startup it’s important to place yourself in the most affirming environments possible, enabling you to approach your practice with joy and enthusiasm.
6. Reduce Energy Drains
Related to number five is this tip: reduce energy drains. The truth is starting your own practice is a big enough drain on its own. If you find there are too many demands on your energy, watch for those which are unnecessary or unnecessarily taxing. Do you have a client that’s more trouble than they’re worth? A colleague whose competitive and flashy nature distracts you? Or perhaps a vendor that’s nagging you for too much attention? Once you pinpoint those energy drains it’s time to plug them up! Eliminate the source and you’ll find it’s not long before you’re feeling empowered and rejuvenated.
7. Build a Solid Support Network
It helps to start your journey by building a support network filled with like-minded professionals. Included in your support network should be seasoned accountants and tax preparers, veteran small business owners, and other professionals who could coach and advise you on your journey to startup success.
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