As we’ve mentioned, “scaling” a service business can be one of the biggest challenges with this business model. In fact, it’s a sticking point that keeps a lot of people away from freelancing altogether.
But if your goal is to get big or even to just avoid trading time for money your whole life, there are lots of ways to scale a service business.
If you'd like to learn more about starting a service business and connecting with your first clients, check out this in-depth interview with Abbey Ashley (Episode 328)).
Abbey's claim to fame is she booked enough virtual assistant work during her maternity leave that she didn't have to back to that job she hated when her leave was up!
Abbey also put together this killer free training) on how to launch and grow your freelance business.
In the meantime, here are the 7 Ways to Scale a Service Business from this episode:
Raise your rates
Go From one-to-one to one-to-many
Hire subcontractors
Create productized packages
Play Matchmaker
Look for affiliate opportunities
Create a product
Enjoy!
