Kim is putting Darren on the spot! She asked him “what is the number one thing you tell business owners who have been in business for a while?” The answer might not be what you expect. Darren shares that when in business for years, you can get stuck, but you often don’t realize it. You can stop seeing options or embracing new ideas because you become so focused on managing the day-to-day responsibilities. Taking time off is his secret. Here’s why: · A sabbatical isn’t a holiday, it’s a time for reflection.· It’s time to look at what’s working and what needs to be improved or changed.· You can’t always see the issues without some distance. · Take the time to read, get new insights and perspectives.If you’re a business owner and you are thinking that this all sounds great, but I can’t possibly do this, Darren and Kim have some insights on that as well.· Build time away into your plan for you and for your key people.· As a leader, letting go is a skill worth learning!· Education is always good. Don’t discount the chance to learn something new!Don’t miss the insights about the language and messaging that you use with your staff. This is so helpful if you are just now growing a team. “Whatever business you are in, we program ourselves to respond.” – Darren HiebertWhat is one big insight he’s bring to his previous business if he could go back? Darren shares he’d change his leadership to specifically change the business culture. The big aha? He would have begun creating teams to replace himself. He would have given more opportunities for his team to have leadership positions so it’ wasn’t all on him. If you’ve been head down focused on your own business, come back to this episode anytime you feel stuck, or realize that you’re taking it all on yourself and take a business break. Connect with Kim and DarrenGet the Bubble Bath Boardroom Weekly Email Here Connect on Instagram – THE HIEBERTS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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