Getting your small business off the ground can be a difficult task, and keeping it afloat and profitable can seem impossible at times, but sticking to a budget is half the battle. Even the most budget-conscious businesses can still feel like their money doesn't stretch nearly far enough, though.

That’s because businesses leak money all the time  without even knowing it.

This week our nation celebrates small businesses – the heart of the US economy. Local business owners collectively employ over 48% of the American work-force and, in countless ways, truly keep our economy and communities running.

It's true that growing companies must manage overhead costs. It is also true that the cost of the talent needed to reach the next level can be a challenge for small companies that want to be larger. But, we believe that you can scale without becoming unprofitable. To manage the hurdles of business growth without losing it all, focus on three things: people, process and metrics.

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A blog article by Tony Robbins.

When we think about successful startups or small businesses, we think about companies that create massive growth in a short period of time. But once the business hits an inflection point, revenue shoots up sharply towards the sky.

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A blog article by BizX Member Tony Robbins.

You may only think of leadership in the context of how you lead your business, but in fact, this is a critical error that you should avoid. Leadership should be part of the everyday culture of your business. Employees at all levels of the company can lead, and when they do practice great leadership in their work, they will enjoy greater empowerment.

Follow these tips for turning employees into leaders and increase your company’s productivity as your empowered employees take charge:

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