When to start hiring employees instead of staying solo?

Thanks julie​ 

I was having this exact same dilemma in my brain about 2 months ago. I did decide to hire someone as a helper/labourer/apprentice. I set some goals for myself before I made this decision though. I wanted to have 3 months of their wages in the bank, I wanted to know for a fact that I could take on more work with someone helping, and it had to be the right person. I didn't hire someone fulltime, I hired a young kid who was eager to work and learn. It keeps my labour costs down and gives me some low risk experience with an employee. I must say, I think this was one of the smartest decisions I have made for the business. He turned out amazingly. He enjoys the industry, the work, the experience and seeing a new industry too. 

I would highly recommend starting with a labourer first. Someone you don't have to have strong reliance on and let them know off the bat this could be a bad decision on your part, and may not need you after a short period of time.