EPISODE · Oct 26, 2023 · 26 MIN
[Unfiltered] Lessons From Nearly Losing My Business (And How You Can Avoid The Same)
from Write This Down with Maddy Birdcage · host Birdcage Marketing
Send us Fan MailHas your dream ever turned into a nightmare? Mine did when my successful marketing agency hit rock bottom, leaving me with an $85,000 tax debt and an unhappy team. In this raw and personal journey, I peel back the curtain and share the events that led to the near closure of Birdcage Marketing. This period forced me to confront my ego-driven ambitions, reassess my leadership, and overhaul my entire business.It was a challenging period where I had to make difficult decisions, including laying off most of my staff. But it was during this time, when I took a step back to recharge, I found the strength to transform my struggles into lessons and my failures into stepping stones towards success.Acting on faith instead of fear, I transitioned from chasing vanity metrics to focusing on profit, making more successful investments and diversifying my income stream.Trusting my instincts and setting strong boundaries allowed me to carve out a path to success. As Birdcage Marketing gears up to celebrate its eighth birthday, I take pride in the actions I took, the valuable lessons learned, and the loyal team who stood by me during these trying times. Tune in to see how a failing business can rise from the ashes and why it's essential to take time to recharge, trust yourself, and hold on to faith amidst chaos.Get your FREE Savage Marketing Review:https://booknowbirdie.com/savage-review/Work With Me:Visit https://www.birdcagebusinessbuilders.com
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Send us Fan Mail Has your dream ever turned into a nightmare? Mine did when my successful marketing agency hit rock bottom, leaving me with an $85,000 tax debt and an unhappy team. In this raw and personal journey, I peel back the curtain and share the events that led to the near closure of Birdcage Marketing. This period forced me to confront my ego-driven ambitions, reassess my leadership, and overhaul my entire business. It was a challenging period where I had to make difficult decisions,...
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