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🤏 Shrink to Success

Master the art of trimming your offerings; you’ll unlock a treasure trove of benefits. Enhanced focus, increased profits, and loyal clients. Unfortunately, many entrepreneurs fall prey to the "more is better" trap. Unable to see the true power of simplifying their offerings.
Philip Wallage
April 13, 2023
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5 min read
🤏 Shrink to Success

🤏 Shrink to Success

How less really can be more for your business’s bottom line.

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Are you ready for the two-ingredients secret sauce? In this newsletter I’ll unveil:

1. How less is actually more
2. How trimming your offerings amplifies your business success

Master the art of trimming your offerings, and you’ll unlock a treasure trove of benefits. Enhanced focus, increased profits, and loyal clients.

Unfortunately, many entrepreneurs fall prey to the "more is better" trap. Unable to see the true power of simplifying their offerings.

The Fear of Missing Out: Why Entrepreneurs Struggle to Trim Their Offerings

But FOMO is only one of a few reasons why so many people struggle with trimming their offerings.

Overwhelmed by perfectionism Wanting to please everyone Afraid of losing clients Struggling to say no Haunted by the fear of scarcity

But fear not, my friend! I’m here to guide you through overcoming these challenges.

Here’s how to step by step:

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1. Define your Core Expertise

Identify your unique strengths to stand out. For example:
​A web developer specializing in minimalist web design ⇢
attract clients who value clean designs.

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2. Focus on your Ideal Client

Tailor services to your target audience.
​A graphic designer catering to eco-friendly businesses.
⇢ builds a reputation as a sustainable branding expert

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3. Embrace the Art of Saying No

Decline projects outside your core expertise.
​A health-focused copywriter who turns down finance projects.
⇢ solidify their niche reputation.

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4. Adopt Value-Based Pricing

Charge based on results, not hours.
​A photographer offering editing and social media management packages.
⇢ increases earnings without extra clients.

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5. Continuously Evaluate and Adjust

Regularly assess and drop underperforming services.
​A logo designer focusing on custom designs, not pre-made templates.
⇢ can better cater to clients’ needs.

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Implementing these steps and you’ll unlock a more focused, profitable, and sustainable business.

Embrace the power of “less is more” and watch your business thrive!

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