Going from working alone to having skilled workers or assistants under you is one of the decisions that changes a trade business the most, and taking the step too early (or too late) carries risks either way.
Signs it's time
Constantly turning work down for lack of time, having a stable client base that lets you forecast income with some certainty, and feeling that your time goes more on tasks someone else could do than on those that really add value are common signs it's time to grow.
Costs to foresee, beyond the wage
Hiring means employer social security contributions, occupational health and safety training, personal protective equipment, and in many cases a period of lower productivity while the new employee adapts to the pace of work. Underestimating these costs is a common mistake when working out whether hiring pays off.
Delegate without losing quality control
The biggest challenge in growing isn't finding work for the team, but maintaining the same level of quality and client care as when the professional carried out every task personally. Defining clear procedures and closely supervising the first projects with the new team helps in this transition.
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