The word 'scale' is used as shorthand for 'scale up.' This means to grow in a proportional and profitable way. Over the years, more and more people have switched to remote work. Remote work is flexible, compared to the daily dread of getting up to work and travel. It may look easy at first glance, but, there are challenges. Fortunately, strategies were devised that lead to successfully growing a small business.
In the online world, employers and owners have many options every time they look for the next big thing. It is also a tremendous advantage to have work connections across different countries. Here tech experts share some secrets on how to successfully scale remote businesses.
Jesse Schoberg: Cofounder and CEO of DropInBlog
Schoberg emphasized how hiring an hourly freelancer who can offer precisely what you need may be better than hiring a full-time employee. Freelancers are always available plus they are found almost everywhere. They are flexible and are usually up to the hardest challenge.
Ed Smith: CEO of Clients On Automation
Smith encouraged having daily meetings and projections and to focus on client results. According to him, businesses should focus on how to attract clients without spending a lot of time on marketing or tasks with no guaranteed outcome.
Michael Peres: Founder and Editor of Peres Daily News
Peres is obsessed with a game-changing tool known as Notion. He says that one should deal with small issues immediately to avoid them compounding later as the business grows. His advice to young professionals is to never get comfortable, to always look for opportunities for rebuilding, and learning to adapt quickly.
Liam Martin: Co-founder and CMO Of Time Doctor and Running Remote
Martin’s advice is to adopt an asynchronous mindset. In evaluating an employee, focus on the proof of work over anything else. More importantly, he stressed the importance of the work environment and physical dynamics in a person's motivation.
Aside from these four iconic personalities, we have also learned the idea of building connections, networks, and maintaining relationships. Having someone like these four entrepreneurs, you have an instant buddy who is knowledgeable about things you are not so into. Plus they act as mentors who guide you, on the safe and fair side of life.