4 - When to hire your first member of staff, and never giving up - Julia Blake

05/12/2024 1h 5min
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 successSupport matters – The right financial advice and network have been vital for Julia’s businessOwning 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.For more information about how Capsule can help your business win more leads, deliver more value, and secure long-term growth, visit our website.Follow our LinkedIn page to learn more about Small Business Diaries and Capsule.To learn more about Blake Consultants click here.