From the experiences of Justin Rule, Founder of Launch Kits, here are 6 tips on how to be successful as an entrepreneur. Many of these have come from his own experiences owning and operating 6 of his own businesses – starting with a photography business in middle school (1001 Words Photography), a newspaper delivery and lawn mowing company in high school, a wellness products company out of college (Carpe Wellness), a speaking ministry, a non-profit Urban Arts organization (Heads Up Lancaster), a tourism and hospitality company (Discover Columbia) – and now Launch Kits.
Not all of his businesses were “successful.”
Launch Kits is in its 9th year, has 100% 5-star ratings on Google and is the highest rated web design company in America, and has launched over 1,500 founders and entrepreneurs. So many of these insights come from their experiences of success and failure as well.
Here is a summary of the key tips from Justin:
- Begin with the end in mind – Define your business goals upfront (sustain, sell, or do it for fun).
- Build a support network – Leverage family, friends, and mentors to help guide you through challenges.
- Be adaptable and flexible – Be willing to adjust your plans and pivot as needed in response to changing circumstances.
- Maintain work-life boundaries – Avoid the “grind mentality” and ensure you balance your business efforts with personal well-being.
- Stay inspired – Find inspiration from others, your purpose, or the impact you want to have.
- Have patience during tough times – Recognize that valleys and challenges are a normal part of the entrepreneurial journey.
- Know when to say “no” – Don’t overextend your services or chase top dollars at the expense of your core competencies and values.
If you are trying to start your own company and need some help, our team at Launch Kits would love to design and build a website to get your idea or services in front of your target customers!
But more than launching a website, make sure you’ve thought through these tips for success and potential pitfalls on your journey.
