In this episode, join Sheri Jones, co-founder of Youth in Business, as she shares invaluable insights on empowering young entrepreneurs. Discover her journey of building a successful business while nurturing a team of 15 staff. Gain expert advice on fostering team dynamics, scaling businesses, and achieving sustainable growth. Tune in for inspiration and actionable strategies for small business success! Why would you wait any longer to start living the lifestyle you signed up for? Balance your health, wealth, relationships and business growth. And focus your time and energy and make the most of this year. Let’s get into it by clicking here. Troy delves into our guest's startup journey, their perception of success, industry reconsideration, and the pivotal stress point during business expansion. They discuss the joys of small business growth, vital entrepreneurial habits, and strategies for team building, encompassing wins, blunders, and invaluable advice. And a snapshot of the final five Grow A Small Business Questions:   What do you think is the hardest thing in growing a small business? The hardest aspect of growing a small business, according to Sheri Jones, is self-motivation. Overcoming obstacles and staying focused on long-term goals can be challenging, especially in the early stages. However, maintaining purpose and connecting with like-minded individuals can provide the necessary drive to overcome hurdles and achieve success. What's your favourite business book that has helped you the most? Sheri Jones recommends "100 Million Dollar Offers" by Alex Hormozi as a favorite business book. This book offers valuable insights on handling leads effectively, providing strategies to optimize sales processes and elevate business performance. Are there any great podcasts or online learning resources you'd recommend to help grow a small business? Sheri Jones doesn't have specific podcast recommendations, but she emphasizes the importance of continuous learning. She suggests exploring various podcasts and online resources tailored to small business growth, focusing on topics like marketing, leadership, and entrepreneurship to gain valuable insights and strategies. What tool or resource would you recommend to grow a small business? Sheri Jones recommends using a comprehensive platform like Trello to manage team tasks and workflows efficiently. Trello provides a user-friendly interface for organizing tasks, tracking progress, and collaborating with team members, making it an effective tool for scaling and managing small business operations. What advice would you give yourself on day one of starting out in business? Sheri Jones advises focusing on passion from day one of starting a business. By prioritising what you're passionate about, everything else falls into place. This approach ensures that the journey is fulfilling and meaningful, driving long-term success and satisfaction. Book a 20-minute Growth Chat with Troy Trewin to see if you qualify for our upcoming course. Don't miss out on this opportunity to take your small business to new heights! Enjoyed the podcast? Please leave a review on iTunes or your preferred platform. Your feedback helps more small business owners discover our podcast and embark on their business growth journey.   Quotable quotes from our special Grow A Small Business podcast guest: Passion fuels perseverance in the world of entrepreneurship – Sheri Jones Embrace challenges as opportunities for growth in business – Sheri Jones Innovation thrives when you dare to think beyond the conventional – Sheri Jones