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Have You Ever Said to Yourself:
Im tired of doing all the important work myself.
I cant find any good, responsible help.
Ive got to find a way to make more profit.
I wish I could pay myself what Im worth.
I cant figure out how to save money to invest.
I dont think I will ever be able to retire.
I need to figure out how to earn more.
I wish I could find more free time and work less.
I need my business to allow me to live the life I want.
I wish I could get my business to work for me.
Take this test to see if your business is working the way you want it to.
Yes | No | |
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I like to be in control and in charge |
I have to make most of the important business decisions |
I do all the hiring, firing, and scheduling |
I am in charge of pricing, marketing, and sales |
Its easier to do things myself than delegate them |
I work more hours than my managers |
I cant find any dependable, responsible help |
I feel guilty when I leave work early |
If Im not there, nothing gets done properly |
My staff wont make decisions without asking me first |
Its hard to get my staff to try new ideas |
I have to push people to make their goals and deadlines |
My customers call me about most important issues |
Im not getting the bottom-line results I want |
My staff doesnt understand how to make a profit |
My staff needs to take charge and get better |
I know what I should do but I dont do it |
My business isnt creating any equity or wealth |
I never have enough time to do what I want to do |
My business doesnt work without me |
My business isnt working the way I want it to |
How Did You Do?
If you answered yes to more than one of the questions above, you need to start rethinking things like your role in your business, how youre running your business, how to increase your profits, and how to draft a plan to get your business to work on its own so you can concentrate on doing what you really want to do.
The problem is simpleyour business isnt working. You wouldnt be reading this book otherwise.
It may surprise you, but the answer to your problem is simple as well:You need to create solid business systems, cogs that work together to make your companys performance both predictable and profitable, over and over again, without you having to micromanage everything.
To find out how to fix your problems and find real solutions, keep reading.
Problems are the outside indicator of the inside condition of howyouoperate your businessif youre honest with yourself.
Praise for Get Your Business to Work!
This book will help any business owner avoid the many mistakes most make as they grow. I wish I had read it before I founded and built my 100 million dollar company.
Randy Crockett, founder and president, Crockett Container Corporation
George Hedley knows what it takes to build a successful company and has a great talent for connecting with readers. The practical real-world advice in this book lays out a simple plan that separates the successful businesses from those that constantly struggle and will save an entrepreneur a ton of money and frustration.
Wally Evans, president, Cahaba Media Group, Inc.; publisher, Construction Business Owner magazine
This book is the definitive guide to true small-business growth. George lays out what you need to know and do to meet your goals. He is a true master, and this book is right on the money.
Mark LeBlanc, owner, Small Business Success; author, Growing Your Business!
Starting and growing my company into forty locations with 200 employees was exciting and challenging. Reading Get Your Business to Work! years ago would have made my journey easier, quicker, and more profitable. Whether you are just starting your company, have one location, or want to expand it to many, this book is a must-read.
Kim Megonigal, founder and CEO, Kimco Staffing Services, Inc.
George has done it again with Get Your Business to Work! I am always amazed and inspired by George Hedleys innovative ideas to building a successful company. It delivers hard-hitting, realistic steps to help business owners be profitable and well-organized. This remarkable and encouraging book is a must-read for any business owner.
Wes and Kerry Hacker, founders and owners, Hacker Industries, Inc.
It took us years to learn half of what George laid out so clearly in this book. His blueprint and game plan would have gotten us to our goals much quicker than we experienced. Well-written and easy to follow.
Jerry and Bobbi Dauderman, founders, Nautilus Plus
Every business owner must read this book. It is the roadmap to building a company that works without the owner doing all the work.
Bill Tutton, founder and president, Tutton Insurance
I loved the message and hands-on exercises in Get Your Business to Work! George Hedley understands what entrepreneurs go throughthe pain and the glory, and all the issues we face! George not only pinpoints the problems; he also provides the means to the solutions. And he shows us how to find ultimate entrepreneurial success, freedom, and wealth by applying the grounded wisdom found between these pages!
Andrea H. Gold, president, Gold Stars Speakers Bureau; CEO, Dynamic Pathways, Inc.
A powerful book from someone who actually is a self-made entrepreneurshould be mandatory reading for business owners and those who aspire to become one.
Guy Johnson, founder and president, Johnson Capital
Entrepreneurs make a number of mistakes getting their businesses to work. This book would have assisted me in avoiding most of those mistakes. As a first-time entrepreneur, you realize that starting a business is not for the faint of heart. This book helps you maneuver your business around potential momentum-changing mistakes. One of the best resources for any entrepreneur looking to stabilize and grow his or her business.
Paul Tabet, founder and CEO, Topline Capital, LLC
By following Georges words of wisdom, we had our best year ever and the future looks bright.
Chuck Ciarlo, founder, president, and CEO, Monet Software, Inc.
I wish I had this book when I founded my investment fund management business. It lays out exactly what you have to do to build and grow a profitable company.
Jon Fosheim, president and founder, Oak Hill REIT Management
Get Your Business to Work! will help every professional transform, grow, and build his or her practice into a profitable and organized business.
Dr. Sherri Worth, DDS, Cosmetic & Reconstructive Dentistry
This book is dedicated to every small- and medium-size business owner and entrepreneur trying to build their business into a company that works without their constant input, direction, and attention. Dont give up the dream! You can do it. I did!