{"id":21075,"date":"2023-03-30T12:18:11","date_gmt":"2023-03-30T16:18:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sanctuarymg.com\/academy\/?p=21075"},"modified":"2023-09-20T03:56:35","modified_gmt":"2023-09-20T07:56:35","slug":"how-to-grow-and-succeed-with-eos","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sanctuarymg.com\/academy\/strategy\/how-to-grow-and-succeed-with-eos\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Grow and Succeed with EOS – The Entrepreneurial Operating System"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Systems are everything in business. While it might be tempting to just run your business through sheer hard work and effort, that won\u2019t always get you very far. Instead, the consistent application of reliable systems will allow you to overcome problems, build your brand, and develop a loyal customer base.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Unfortunately, while systems are fully integrated at the level of large corporations, smaller businesses sometimes struggle in this area. That\u2019s where the Entrepreneurial Operating System, or EOS, comes into the picture. This model was put forth in a book called Traction by Geno Wickman<\/a>, and it has been utilized by countless business owners since its introduction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This article will give you a big-picture view of what EOS is, why it is so important, and how you can start to implement some of the core concepts and processes in your own business. Of course, you may also want to read the book for yourself to gain a deeper understanding, but you can get started with the information below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Inherent Problem<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Before we can understand why a solution like EOS is needed, we need to stop and think about the problem for most entrepreneurs and owners of small businesses. People in this position tend to think of themselves and the business as one and the same \u2013 the person is<\/em> the business and vice versa. While there is something admirable about being completely invested in a project you believe in, this approach is typically not sustainable and likely not in the best interests of the company\u2019s future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If a business is to grow and thrive, and if the owner of that business is to enjoy the experience and find the whole process worthwhile and fulfilling, there needs to be a separation of person and company. Rather than a single person being the go-to problem solver for everything in the business, there should instead be systems in place that can be relied on for solutions and a path forward. Will these systems be harder to implement upfront than just doing everything yourself? Possibly. But if the company is going to grow out of its own shadow and become a recognized player in the market, systems are going to be critical.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Listen to our multi-part podcast that will tell you everything that you need to know about EOS – The Entrepreneurial operating system! Click here<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Six Key Components
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As a starting point for the framework that EOS is going to help you create around your business, you can look at six important areas that will inform how you think about operations and the decisions you make. Let\u2019s go through a quick introduction of each:<\/p>\n\n\n\n