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How to Build a $1M 1 Person Operation #2220
September 16, 2022

In episode #2220, Neil and Eric discuss how to build a $1 million one-person operation. There are many benefits to having a smaller organization but if you want consistency, longevity, and the ability to potentially sell your business and create a much higher net worth, you need to hire people. Tune in as we discuss the pros and cons of companies of different sizes and what it truly means to run a $1 million one-person operation.

TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES:

  • [00:20] Today’s topic: How to Build a $1M 1 Person Operation.
  • [00:25] The benefits of a smaller organization.
  • [00:51] Our preferences when it comes to the size of our organizations.
  • [01:13] Why having a small team isn’t necessarily the best way to run a business.
  • [02:02] How to create high leverage products without spending all your time on them.
  • [02:36] Examples of successful $1 million one-person operations.
  • [03:12] How running a one-person operation affects your longevity. 
  • [04:10] That’s it for today! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe to this podcast!
  • [04:17] Go to https://www.marketingschool.io to learn more!

 

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