Jon addresses the challenging question of whether it's time for you to quit your architecture business. He explores indicators that might suggest it's time for you to step away, such as changes in the market, personal circumstances, and diminishing passion. He explores the emotional aspects of closing your business and reframes the concept of failure as a learning opportunity. Offering three potential paths—staying the course, stopping, or starting something new—Jon provides actionable insights and personal anecdotes, encouraging you to carefully consider your options before making any big decisions about your business.

Episode Highlights...

00:00 Introduction

02:11 Signs It's Time to Quit Your Business

05:15 Reframing Failure: Learning from Setbacks

07:14 Evaluating Your Business: Freedom, Flexibility, and Fulfillment

09:21 Options: Stay, Stop, or Start Something New

10:44 Jon's Personal Experience: Struggles and Realisations

17:01 The Power of Pivoting: Embracing Change

22:42 Conclusion: Making the Right Decision for You

24:16 Outro: Next Episode and Final Thoughts

Key Takeaways...

Think About Changing:

If your architecture business is no longer working and it's making you sad or tired, it might be time to think about changing something. This can mean trying a new idea or offering different services.

Closing Your Business Is Not Failure:

If you close your business, it doesn’t mean you failed. Think of it as learning from what didn’t work and moving on to something new. It’s okay to stop something that makes you unhappy.

You Have Options:

You can choose to keep your business going, close it, or start something new. It’s important to take time to think about what you really want and make a plan that is best for you.

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