Accepting The 3 Difficult Truths You Need To Close

​Closing a business is a difficult thing to do. Not only does it hurt financially, but it also hurts your pride. The feeling that you were not able to make it work will haunt you. Endless wishful thinking and "what ifs" will always be on your mind. When one door closes, another one opens. Closing your business can also mean the rise of something new. A new opportunity, and a new life. Here are the some of the signs your business needs to close.

A Market That Is Not Sustainable
As time passes, your customer base will increase. You will earn some regulars who will help fill your monthly quotas. However, if you see a stop in an increase in your base, actions must be done. Many businesses observe the 80/20 rule. That is 80% of your business comes from the top 20% of your market. If your 20% market is not sustainable, no matter what actions are done, then your market is not sustainable. If the people you sell to is not enough to keep you afloat, then your business is in danger.

Making Profit Seems Impossible
On the other hand, your business may seem booming, and the customers are flowing. However you still can't make a profit, then that also spells trouble. Maybe your business model is wrong. Perhaps your pricing strategy is wrong. You have brought down costs as much as you can, you have increased prices as much as possible. If profit is still elusive, then maybe this business is really not possible. There may be some business that may address a market. It can have a sustainable base. However, if the concept itself is not business-friendly, then it's time to rethink. If you have done everything possible and profit is still hard to come by, maybe a more significant change is needed. That change may mean closure.

You Have Lost The Passion
As a business owner, you are the heart and soul. If the passion is lost, then the business dies. The workforce is your most influential and most important resource. If your workforce is no longer motivated, and no longer caring for the business, then there is no chance. The stress can lead to health, life, and other personal problems. That is still more important than anything else.

Conclusion
Sometimes ending a failing business is the fastest way you can rebuild and succeed again. Learn from the mistakes and take the lessons to your next endeavor. Ensure each step is taken with a partner that can help you all the way. At Wellcovered Insurance, we do our best in making sure that our clients are well-protected with affordable and comprehensive policies. To learn more about how we can help you, please contact our agency at (386) 218-4951 or Click Here to request a free quote.