5 Tips For Stepping Away From Your Social Enterprise Without Stress

As a social entrepreneur or business owner, taking time away from your business can be difficult, especially when you have invested time and resources into building it. However, it is essential to step away at some point to avoid burnout and allow your social enterprise to run smoothly, even in your absence. Here are some tips to make stepping away from your social enterprise as painless as possible.

1. Have Regular Video Check-Ins

Having regular video check-ins with your team can help ease your worries and reassure you that everything is running smoothly. Start with daily check-ins and gradually taper off as you feel more comfortable. During these calls, ask open-ended questions to build trust and encourage your team to take ownership of their work.

2. Trust Your Team

Trust is built over time, and giving your team the opportunity to work without constant supervision can build trust and allow them to develop their skills. Trusting your team can also lead to unexpected, but positive results.

3. Write Down Processes

Having all your processes written down in multiple languages can be helpful in ensuring that your team understands and can execute tasks without your supervision. Empower your staff to take ownership of the process and make improvements where necessary.

Pro tip! One way to empower your staff to “own” the process is for them to write the process, not you!

4. Use Checklists

Turn your written processes into checklists to ensure that each step is followed consistently. This can also provide transparency and accountability for your team.

Pro tip! Again, empower your team to write the checklists. You review the checklists they create — and walk through step by step with your team- but they create the initial checklists.

5. Take Intentional Time Away

Gradually take more extended periods of time away from your business to test the processes and checklists. This can help you and your team become more comfortable with the idea of you being away, and allow for the smooth running of the business even in your absence.

Remember, stepping away from your business can be a gradual process that requires patience and trust-building. By implementing these tips, you can make stepping away from your business less stressful and more manageable. As a social entrepreneur or business owner, your higher calling is not only to your business but also to your employees. You have the opportunity to empower them to become their best selves and create a positive impact in their lives.

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