It's the paradox of the small-business owner: You have a passion that inspires you to go into business for yourself. But before you know it, the myriad demands of actually running the business can take center stage.
That's the situation Dr. Tresha Grissom faced at Lewisburg Animal Hospital, a veterinary practice south of Nashville, Tennessee. Dr. Grissom had purchased the former Lewisburg Animal Clinic in 2009 and refashioned it into a companion-animal practice. Her slogan reflects her appreciation of the special bond between people and their pets: "Your other 'family' doctor."
Small Business, Big HeadacheFortunately, Dr. Grissom found a solution to her problem. She's gotten her weekends back, added a third veterinarian to her practice and unveiled plans to break ground on an expanded animal hospital.
How did she do it?
Taking a Fresh Approach
The key for Dr. Grissom was to learn from her experiences and try a new approach. The result, she says, has been "a lifesaver for my practice." By outsourcing her bookkeeping and accounting responsibilities to Supporting Strategies, she can now focus on growing her business, rather than just maintaining it.
To learn more, download the Lewisburg Animal Hospital case study.
Topics: Middle Tennessee, Business Advice, Case Study Blogs
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