Aug. ROT Special Edition: Opening the Toolbox

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Learn how to get a higher return on your trust!

Thank you for reading this newsletter; each month, you will be exposed to opportunities and education that will increase your ability to get the “Return On Trust” you invest in your business and employees.

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The Compass: Finding Your True North

Picture this: You're standing in the middle of a dense forest. Trees tower over you, blocking out the sun. Paths snake off in every direction. Which way leads to success? Which to failure? Without a compass, you wander aimlessly, hoping to stumble upon your destination.

That's exactly what running a business without a clear direction feels like. You're busy chopping through the underbrush, dealing with day-to-day problems, but are you even moving in the right direction?

It's time to pull out your visionary compass and chart a course. But here's the kicker - this isn't your average Boy Scout compass. Oh no, this is a magical, mystical device that not only shows you where to go but helps you define where you want to end up.

First step? Figure out what "North" looks like for your business. Is it dominating your local market? Expanding nationally? Revolutionizing your industry? Being able to take a seven-day vacation? Your "North" is unique to you, and it's crucial to define it clearly.

The past is not a compass for your future, Give Yourself Permission to chart a new course

Once you've got your destination in mind, it's time to plot the course. This is where many business owners start to sweat. After all, if plotting a business course was easy, we'd all be Richard Bransons, right?

That's where our friend Ryan Rodger, CEO of Rodgers Scapes Inc., comes in. Ryan discovered that sometimes, you need a Sherpa to guide you through the business Himalayas. He found value in working with one of our business coaches, who, in his words, helped him to "take ideas out of my head, put them on paper, and implement them into action." We taught him to draw his own map.

Think of a business coach as your personal cartographer. They've seen the terrain before, know the pitfalls, and can help you draw a map that makes sense. They're not there to carry you to the top of the mountain, but they can make the climb much more straightforward.

But remember, a compass is useless if you never look at it. Once you've charted your course, you need to check in regularly. Are you still headed in the right direction? Has the landscape changed? Do you need to adjust your route?

This isn't a set-it-and-forget-it situation. Your business compass needs to become an extension of yourself. Consult it daily. Let it guide your decisions, big and small. Share it with your team so everyone's marching in the same direction.

And here's a pro tip: Your compass isn't just for avoiding getting lost. It's also your secret weapon for saying "no." When opportunities come knocking (and they will), check them against your compass. Do they align with your "North"? If not, it might be time to politely decline and keep forging ahead on your chosen path.

Remember, in the dense forest of business, the owner with a clear direction will always outpace the one who's just hacking away at random. But finding that direction isn't always easy on your own.

That's where having a guide can make all the difference. Just ask Matt Meiers from So Many Angels, who says, "If you're looking for clarity and direction, look no further. Doogie is the best! Every time we speak, I learn something new and helpful! He saves me time, helps me get more organized, and just makes me feel better and more prepared about things after each encounter."

Or consider

Nickolay Lamm's experience: "Each time I talked with Doogie, I had some light bulb moments which forced me to move my focus towards creating these systems. It seems obvious, but Doogie looks at things from a broader perspective, which, combined with his experience in other businesses, is a valuable asset."

Unlike other firms that offer one-size-fits-all solutions, we believe in creating custom strategies that fit your unique challenges and align with your ideal lifestyle. We don't just hand you a compass; we help you calibrate it to your True North.

So, are you ready to stop wandering and start navigating purposefully towards your business goals? It's time to get the guidance you need to chart your course to success.

Don't let another day pass, feeling lost in the business wilderness. Take the first step towards clarity and direction. Set up a time to speak with Doogie today. Simply DM "True North," and we'll send you a free guide to building your business map, along with information on how to schedule your personal strategy session.

Your future self will thank you for making the decision to invest in expert guidance. After all, the view from the top is worth the climb – especially when you have an experienced Sherpa by your side. Reach out now, and let's start your journey to the summit of success!

IAS Business Coaching & Consulting is proud to announce our partnership with Atiid.com

Through this partnership, we will strive to provide our clients with a comprehensive experience that prepares your company for a future filled with AI. Look at the website or sign up for one of our upcoming webinars.

Upcoming Networking & Learning Opportunitiestworking & Learning Opportunities

2024 Strategic Business Tools Conference with The Pittsburgh North Regional Chamber

Upcoming Webinars

Pre Register for the Atiid Navigating AI workshop in September

• September 13th at 8:30 AM
• September 26th at 3pm

Email: doogie@atiid.com to secure a spot on the pre-registration list.

Upcoming Networking

• JBN August 14th at 5:30pm-7:30pm Register in advance but come anytime

If you want to trust your business

• To operate without you.
• Take the vacation without fear of it all falling apart
• To not have to pull all the levers and push all the buttons to make your business work
• To have employees that care about solving problems and not creating them

Then, schedule a free discovery call to see if the ROT Process is right for your business.

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