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S5 E21: 5 learnings from 5 years in business - Solo episode with Caroline

S5 E21: 5 learnings from 5 years in business - Solo episode with Caroline

Update: 2025-06-26
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In 5 years I've gone from a one woman Virtual Assistant 'agency' to a team of 36. And I have learnt A Lot.

Much of which I have learnt the hard way. 

In today's episode, I'm sharing my 5 biggest learnings (there are so many still to talk about, I feel like I could do a whole season on it!) from the last 5 years.

I've learnt from mistakes, I've learnt from the people around me, some of these lessons I am still learning, and might be a lifelong process. 

 

Resources:

Nick Elston: https://nickelston.com/

Anna Marthur episode: https://bumptobusinessowner.com/s3-episode-2-it-was-a-step-up 

 

Takeaways

  • Not everything will or needs to be done now or perfectly

  • New practical structures to support next 5 years of growth

  • Taking things slow and getting it right is more important than rushing it

  • Investing in yourself is crucial for business success

  • You can't support others unless you are taking care of yourself

  • Taking a step back can lead to greater progress

  • What worries you today will change as the business grows

  • Clear communication and expectations are vital 

  • Personal growth through therapy and coaching is invaluable

  • Celebrate your wins!

 

Chapters

00:30 Introduction and Reflections on Five Years in Business

05:52 Investing in Personal Growth

11:31 Evolving Worries in Business

17:11 Conclusion and Call to Action

 

Links:

Website: www.bumptobusinessowner.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bumptobusinessowner/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carolinepooley/

 


Music by AudioCoffee: https://www.audiocoffee.net/

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S5 E21: 5 learnings from 5 years in business - Solo episode with Caroline

S5 E21: 5 learnings from 5 years in business - Solo episode with Caroline

Caroline Marshall