5 Bad Habits That Harm Your Business

Do you drink a cup of coffee at the same time every morning or sit in the same chair at meetings? Such habits may be harmless, but TW Walker, author of Success Superhero (Breakthrough Media Network, 2012) says that other habits may negatively affect your business productivity and success.

"Habits are formed from the repetition and frequency. The problem is that most people are repeatedly doing the wrong habits which really hinder their success, "said Walker. Here are 5 business dropping bad habits.

1. Failure to delegate. "You can not be everything for your business". Sure, you can work 80 hours a week, but you might not be able to keep it. Investing in the best people you can, delegate tasks according to their skills and trust them to do their job. This will allow you to focus on the best things that you do and the company will go smoothly.

2. No right to make decisions. "Employers always want to have control," but forcing every decision passes through your office can cause your business to decline, not only your employees who are frustrated but your customers as well. By hiring the right people and making sure everyone is clear on the overall goal, you will allow your business to thrive.

3. Being reactive than proactive. Organize your goals is the key to the future success of any business, unfortunately Walker met many entrepreneurs who do not plan ahead. "Strategic thinking is something that you need to have the right habits". Once you have a goal, you can create habits that reinforce your goals and keep you on track to achieve these goals.

4. Engaging in activities that are not productive. "People think they can be productive and multitasking where in fact I believe that the whole idea of ​​multitasking unproductive" he said. Get used only to check your email two or three times a day and make good plans to set your time accessing social media.

5. Fear. Worst habit entrepreneurs who can stand in productivity is fear. Fear of failure, making decisions, and annoying others can quickly erode your productivity and business success. "Fear really take time". Too focused on your fears will be spent on making important decisions that will drive your business to achieve your goals.

If you recognize any of the above habits in your business, it is time to take action. Walker said the change of negative to positive habit starts with assessing your current situation.