Let’s be honest—being a business owner can feel like death by a thousand interruptions. You’re the first one in, the last one out, and in between, you’re bouncing between billing questions, client complaints, hiring decisions, and the magical printer that stops working only when something is urgent. You’ve told yourself, “Once I get through this week, I’ll finally make time to plan for growth.” And then next week, more fires show up that you need to put out. Sound familiar?
Here’s the truth: You’re not just busy. You’re stuck. And staying stuck means your business is stuck, too.
Why Working in Your Business Isn’t Enough
Most owners I meet are buried in the day-to-day. They’re handling tasks their team should be handling, jumping from one distraction to the next and calling it “leadership.” But reacting to problems all day isn’t leadership—it’s firefighting. And eventually, you’ll burn out.
Working on the business is where the real growth happens. That’s when you step back, get strategic, and start deciding where you want to go—not just dealing with where you are. EOS is built to help you make that shift. One tool that makes a huge difference? Delegate and Elevate.
It enables you to determine what you love and are great at—and what you’re not. Then, you start handing off the stuff that drains you. Not only does this lift you , it gives someone else the chance to grow and own their lane. You rise. They rise. The business moves forward.
Tools That Keep You Focused on What Matters
Once you’ve cleared some of the clutter, how do you keep from getting sucked back in?
Structure. EOS® gives you a real structure that sticks—like the Level 10 Meeting® . Just 90 minutes each week with your leadership team keeps your finger on the pulse without needing to micromanage. You review Rocks (your big goals), Scorecards (key measurables), and real
issues that need solving. It cuts through the noise and kills silos. The To-Do list of each Level 10 Meeting® helps you delegate without losing visibility. You don’t have to do it all—you inspect what you expect.
Another anchor is the Vision/Traction Organizer® . This breaks down your goals into something usable. Through a series of clear exercises, you and your team answer eight questions that map out your 10-year vision, 3-year picture, 1-year goals, and 90-day Rocks. Instead of vague ideas floating around, you get real alignment and direction. You finally feel like the business has a steering wheel—and you’re holding it.
If you’re tired of feeling like your business only runs when you’re neck-deep, you don’t need more hours in the day. You need better tools, a clearer plan, and the guts to let go of the stuff keeping you stuck.
Working on your business isn’t some luxury—it’s your job. And EOS® helps you do it with purpose, clarity, and accountability.
Want help getting out of the weeds and into growth mode? I’m Jackie Kibler, an EOS Implementer and coach. Let’s talk about what “working on it” could really look like for you and your team.
