4 - When to hire your first member of staff, and never giving up - Julia Blake
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In this episode of Small Business Diaries, Jon Davis and Steve Ledgerwood interview Julia Blake, CEO of Blake Consultants, about her journey as a small business owner.
Despite not having a traditional academic background, Julia gained experience in the CRM industry from all over the world which led her to start her successful CRM consulting firm.
Julia also discusses founding Stronger Together during the Covid-19 pandemic, a group designed to help small businesses get the advice and support they need.
Key takeaways:
- Determination is key – Julia’s refusal to take ‘no’ for an answer has been critical to her success
- Support matters – The right financial advice and network have been vital for Julia’s business
- Owning your mistakes is vital – Julia hired someone too early in her business journey.
Listen to Julia’s story and her advice for small business owners.
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