A third and equally important benefit of Economies of Small is the ability to establish my schedule. I thoroughly enjoyed setting my own hours, my own pace and my own work environment. Since I never expected to grow beyond a “kitchen table” practice where I used my dining area as my office, I quickly realized that Economies of Small must build in room for two critical elements to success: Margin for expansion and rest for the weary. My client files → Read more
The independence allowed by Economies of Small also created a self-breeding ground for my inherent weaknesses. It reminds me of fish that are farm fed; they are fed the “garbage” that nourishes at one level, but toxifies at another. Without an outside source of nourishment, my company would never see the results I wanted because I was feeding only on my own strength as well as weaknesses. Outside help was mandatory to truly nourish the business in areas I just → Read more
I don’t like to be a burden to people. As a capable, professional woman, I’ve spent years of efficiently running my home. I’ve had career success and exciting ministry leadership opportunities. Despite my limitations at times, I welcomed the challenge of forming and operating my own small business. In my own enjoyment of Economies of Small, I finally realized I was keeping everything in my head. At first, I felt light on my feet, but over time, too much depended → Read more
In microeconomics, Economies of Scale are the cost advantages businesses create by producing on a larger scale, which generally decreases costs per unit. During a recent client call, I was struck by her phrase “economies of small.” She works with a small but vibrant organization and values the agility it provides for her. As she spoke, I couldn’t help but nod my head in agreement. Can you be effective if you are small? Absolutely! In some ways your home, ministry → Read more
What in your life has you stuck? Throughout Promised Land Living (a twelve session development course) you will be given the tools to dispel the myths, conquer the lies, rediscover the Truth and learn to shift from operating in the smallness of your comfort zone to the vastness of God's courage zone. If you want to: Enjoy greater clarity around what you offer in relationships, business and/or ministry More confidently approach confrontation, confusion and conflict Create increased margin in personal → Read more
