A wise businessman once told me, “The bigger your business, the more time you have.” Sounds counterintuitive, right? But I’ve found it to be true. The key isn’t just growing a business—it’s about building it to operate without you having to be in the weeds every day.

Business success is a collective effort, not just on me. You can’t carry the entire load alone. Trust the team you’ve built and empower them to make decisions. When you support your business partners to grow and advance, you create a structure where everyone wins. This lets you step back, see the business from a higher level, and focus on those big-picture initiatives that drive real growth.

With iQuest now operating under management, I’ve been able to explore new ventures, like the Journey Together Partners' Network. This network has grown to include 8 partners across the country and Asia, serving over 400 clients with 65 engineers. The best part? Every quarter, I get to spend a day with each partner, using the 7 essentials framework to help them build their business. It’s the freedom to work on strategic growth instead of just being stuck in the daily grind.

So, what’s the takeaway? You’ve got to build a team that not only supports the business but grows it. This gives you the space to lead, innovate, and most importantly, enjoy a balanced quality of life. It’s not about being in control of everything—it’s about knowing when to let go and letting your business flourish.