A Successful Service Base Company — What It Really Takes?

When I first got into the trades, I thought skill was everything.
If I worked harder… If I got faster… If I stacked more certifications…
…I’d win.

But over time, I realized the difference between a worker and a business owner:

• Hard Skills make you good at the job.
• Soft Skills make you good at running the business.

The most successful contractors know how to balance both.
That is what I want to work towards, and constantly challenge myself in.

Understand that this is either two different positions, or developing the systems and skills needed as the leader / CEO of the company, with hard skills vs soft. 

So ask yourself:
What 3 hard skills do you need to sharpen this year?
What 3 soft skills are holding you back?