On Catapult Your Business, we help business owners one question at a time. In this week's episode, we're tackling a vital question for entrepreneurs: What are the key areas to focus on to scale your business from hundreds of thousands in revenue to over a million dollars?

CEO and Co-Founder Casey Clark is joined by Angi Semler Welch, the Director of the 3X Program at Cultivate Advisors. Angi has a rich background in journalism and the automotive industry and ran a successful marketing agency for over a decade before joining Cultivate. Now, she helps business owners in the $200K-$500K revenue range break through to the million-dollar mark.

In this episode, Angi dives into five crucial areas you need to focus on for growth:

1. Vision: It's essential to have a clear vision of what you want to achieve and why. This isn't about a corporate vision statement but understanding your personal goals and how they align with your business.
2. Time Management: Prioritizing tasks to ensure you're focusing on activities that drive results rather than getting lost in the noise. Angie emphasized the importance of setting up your days for success.
3. Financial Acumen: Knowing your numbers is key. From understanding profit and loss statements to managing cash flow and setting the right pricing, financial literacy is vital for making informed decisions.
4. Sales Process: Developing a consistent and systematic approach to sales can significantly improve conversion rates and free up your time for other growth activities.
5. Marketing: Creating a strategic marketing plan that aligns with your target audience and business goals is crucial. Angie highlighted the importance of tracking ROI to ensure your marketing efforts are effective.

Angi also shares the importance of understanding your financials and sales process before making marketing decisions. She shared practical advice on avoiding common pitfalls and ensuring your business is set up for sustainable growth.

If you're feeling stuck or unsure about how to reach your business goals, consider reaching out -- Angie's 3X program might be the solution you need to transition from a business owner to a CEO with a data-driven approach.

Tune in to learn more.

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Learn more about our guest, Angi Semler Welch, the Director of the 3X Program at Cultivate Advisors

Learn more about the 3x Program at Cultivate Advisors.

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On Catapult Your Business, we help business owners one question at a time. In this week's episode, we discuss Core Values and answer the question, "Are core values just an absolute total waste of time?"

It's a question many of us have pondered at least once.

CEO and Co-Founder Casey Clark is joined by Cultivate Senior Business Advisor Jessica Osborne to explore this topic. Jessica brings a wealth of experience from the fashion and supply chain management world and is passionate about fostering growth within the business community.

In this episode, Jessica highlights the importance of authentic and actionable core values in driving company culture and decision-making. They explore why core values matter internally and in attracting the right employees, customers, and vendors.

During this episode, Jessica shares practical and actionable approaches to defining and implementing core values within your organization. From conducting interviews to uncover common attributes among top performers to using core values as a guiding framework for decision-making, they provide strategies that you can readily apply to ensure these values truly resonate and drive behavior across all levels of the company.

Furthermore, Jessica underlines the proactive nature of establishing core values, urging businesses to invest in this foundational aspect early on. By aligning decisions and behaviors with core values, companies can navigate challenges more effectively, foster a culture of trust and alignment, and set the stage for long-term success.

So, if you're ready to explore the power of core values in shaping your company's trajectory, you don't want to miss this episode of Catapult Your Business.


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Learn more about our guest, Jessica Osborn, Senior Advisor at Cultivate Advisors cultivateadvisors.com/our-advisors/jessica-osborn/

Want a free 2-hour strategic session to delve deeply into the most important question you're currently facing? Go to: cultivateadvisors.com

On Catapult Your Business, we help business owners one question at a time. In this week's episode, we're tackling a biggie: how your mental health affects your success as a business owner.

CEO and Co-Founder Casey Clark is joined by Cultivate Business Advisor Jason Infinger to hash out this topic. They get real about the struggles entrepreneurs face and how taking care of your mental well-being can make or break your business journey.

Jason shares his own experiences and those of his clients, highlighting how something as simple as getting enough sleep or finding time for exercise can impact your performance as an entrepreneur. Casey chimes in with his own insights, emphasizing the need for balance and self-care in the entrepreneurial grind.

Together, they explore how burnout and the pressure to hustle constantly can damage mental health. They also offer practical tips and strategies for maintaining a healthy mindset, from setting boundaries to establishing a solid morning routine.

Throughout the conversation, Casey and Jason stress the importance of communication and support networks, both in business and in life. They remind listeners that it's okay to ask for help and that taking care of yourself isn't selfish—it's essential for success.

So if you're an entrepreneur feeling the strain of running your own business, this episode is for you. Tune in to Catapult Your Business and learn how to prioritize your mental health while crushing your goals. Because when your mind is in the right place, there's no limit to what you can achieve.

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Learn more about our guest, Jason Infinger, Business Advisor at Cultivate Advisors cultivateadvisors.com/our-advisors/jason-infinger

Want a free 2-hour strategic session to delve deeply into the most important question you're currently facing? Go to: cultivateadvisors.com