Advice From One Billionaire To Another
As we start a new year, many business owners like you are setting fresh goals. But here’s a challenge: instead of focusing on growth for growth’s sake, take a moment to revisit why you started your business in the first place. Wasn’t it about more than just revenue? Wasn’t it about building a business that works without you—giving you the freedom to live the life you envisioned while accomplishing the personal and business goals you dreamed of?
A clear business strategy isn’t just about scaling; it’s about aligning your operations with your ultimate purpose and creating a business that thrives without relying on you every single day.
A Story to Reflect On:
Imagine two billionaires having an honest conversation. One is running a successful company but is trapped in the daily grind, working long hours and constantly putting out fires. The other has built a self-sustaining business and now spends time pursuing passions, traveling, and enjoying their family. Now the owner who puts in the grind ends up in the hospital facing his mortality, and the other is speaking to him about his story and what was different for him (watch the video below):
Why This Matters for You
The scene revolves around Monty Miller (played by Jon Hamm), an Oil Company owner in Ft Worth who has just had his 6th heart attack Jerry Jones visits and tells his story about buying the Dallas Cowboys and why. To Jerry, family mattered most and he created a job with his family so he could spend time with them...not just Christmas and Easter. His message to Monty was what are you creating? How will you be remembered? Monty asked if his daughter was at the hospital he was in, and she was not there. This scene was a surprise in the show, and went viral when it aired (Landman, on Paramount Plus, Episode 9).
As a business owner, it’s easy to get caught up in the demands of the day-to-day. But the truth is, unless your business can operate without you, it’s just another job. This year, it’s time to reframe your focus:
Are your business operations aligned with your long-term personal and professional goals?
Do you have systems, people, and processes in place to give you the freedom to step away when you want or need to?
Are you building a business that not only generates revenue but also fulfills the original reason you started it?
What is your reason for doing what you do?
Self-Reflection: Discovering Your True Goals
This year, instead of focusing only on what you need to control, reflect on what you truly want to achieve. These questions can help uncover what matters most and guide you toward a strategy that creates freedom and fulfillment:
What was the original reason I started my business?
Was it about financial independence, freedom, or pursuing a passion? Are you closer to that vision today than when you started?
What would my ideal role in the business look like?
Are you the visionary, guiding the big picture, or do you find yourself buried in daily tasks you could delegate?
How can I create systems that allow my business to run without me?
Think about team development, automating workflows, and building repeatable processes.
What will I do with the freedom my business creates for me?
Whether it’s spending more time with family, traveling, or pursuing other passions, clarifying this vision gives purpose to your work.
A Strategy for the New Year
At The Automatic Business Method, we’re passionate about helping business owners like you turn their entrepreneurial dreams into reality. This year, let’s focus on creating a clear business strategy that:
Builds a self-sustaining operation.
Frees you from the day-to-day grind.
Ensures your business serves the life you’ve always wanted.
You started your business for a reason. Let’s make sure that reason becomes your reality.
What Can You Do Today To Live Your Best Business Life
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