Ep 28: What I Wish I Knew When Starting My Business with Scott Regan
Today we sit down with Scott Regan, Founder of LeadWorks, LLC, to hear about his experience and what he wishes he knew when starting his entrepreneurial journey. Scott reflects on how he would have set up his business differently if armed with the knowledge he has now, lessons that are crucial for business success, and more.
Listen in as he explains the importance of hiring the right team and the necessity of working on the business rather than just in it. You’ll hear advice for building a resilient team, optimizing time and resources, and honing effective marketing strategies. Scott also offers actionable tips to propel your business forward and avoid common pitfalls along the way.
What You’ll Learn:
- When Scott realized he wanted to start his own business.
- The biggest mistake he made when starting LeadWorks.
- Advice on building a strong and reliable team.
- The importance of knowing the end game for your business.
- How to ensure you’re focusing on the most profitable things in the business.
- Tips for those wanting to better their marketing.
Ideas Worth Sharing:
- “At some point, you have to look at how much time you’re investing in a client versus what you’re getting back.” – Scott Regan
- “Word of mouth marketing is still the most powerful form of marketing that there is.” – Scott Regan
- “You have to do regular, annual pruning if you want to keep growing.” – Scott Regan
Resources:
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Ep 28: What I Wish I Knew When Starting My Business with Scott Regan
Today we sit down with Scott Regan, Founder of LeadWorks, LLC, to hear about his experience and what he wishes he knew when starting his entrepreneurial journey. Scott reflects on how he would have set up his business differently if armed with the knowledge he has now, lessons that are crucial for business success, and more.
Listen in as he explains the importance of hiring the right team and the necessity of working on the business rather than just in it. You’ll hear advice for building a resilient team, optimizing time and resources, and honing effective marketing strategies. Scott also offers actionable tips to propel your business forward and avoid common pitfalls along the way.
What You’ll Learn:
- When Scott realized he wanted to start his own business.
- The biggest mistake he made when starting LeadWorks.
- Advice on building a strong and reliable team.
- The importance of knowing the end game for your business.
- How to ensure you’re focusing on the most profitable things in the business.
- Tips for those wanting to better their marketing.
Ideas Worth Sharing:
- “At some point, you have to look at how much time you’re investing in a client versus what you’re getting back.” – Scott Regan
- “Word of mouth marketing is still the most powerful form of marketing that there is.” – Scott Regan
- “You have to do regular, annual pruning if you want to keep growing.” – Scott Regan
Resources:
Ep 27: The Art of "Listening to the Business" with Melissa Bunnen Jernigan
Ep 29: Reflections on a Founder's 35th Anniversary: A Journey of Conviction with Tom Quinn
