Your small business is facing unexpected delays. How can you ensure deadlines are still met?

Según mi experiencia lo primero que me fijaría en el informe mensual de como se están la entregas de los los trabajo encomendado para determinar si el cronograma pautado se está cumplido en tiempo y forma contemplando imprevisto. Comunicaría la situación al equipo, para determinar cual es la demora y el motivo, y si es necesario se refuerza con apoyo adicional de personal incluyéndome en las tareas y horas extras para poder cumplir con los plazos. El trabajo en equipo es fundamental para que sean equitativas las tareas.

Communicate early: Proactively communicate delays to stakeholders and clients, explaining the reason for the delay and setting realistic expectations for completion. Adjust your approach: Identify areas where the project can be streamlined or simplified, minimizing the impact of the delay without compromising quality. Leverage technology: Utilize productivity and project management tools to automate tasks, simplify communication, and track progress, helping to keep your team on track and avoid further delays.

Communication is key… and as long as you have other options that are offered in a timely manner then it allows the clients to feel in control of alternatives on their terms ??

Clear communication with your customers is one thing that you can control that will make a huge difference in keeping them coming back. Even bad news delivered in a timely and positive manner can build relationships. The alternative of just hoping that delays will not impact your customers, then having to divulge at the last minute circumstances that are out of control, but will still hurt them will likely damage the relationship.

A team focus group on productivity can bring new perspective to leadership. When employees are given a voice solutions can be found sooner allowing for well informed decisions and a healthy corporate culture.

Unexpected delays? No sweat! I know that being a business owner is like a rollercoaster, full of ups and downs. When things get bumpy, FLEXIBILITY is our superpower! We juggle workloads, bring in extra hands if needed, and get creative with our resources. It's all about staying agile and focused on the finish line. Remember, a little flexibility can go a long way in keeping projects on track!

Openly discuss communication channels and frequency as you kick off a project. Encourage team members to prepare a list of questions for regularly scheduled meetings. Define what types of questions that can arise that will need to be elevated for discussion before the next team meeting.

1. Process breaks are opportunities to rethink your approach. Can you adjust timelines, break down tasks, or explore alternative solutions? Be willing to shift gears and adapt to the situation at hand. 2. Don't be afraid to ask for help. You don't have to be a superhero. Reach out to your network, your mentors, or even leverage collaborators that can complement your business. They might have insights or resources you didn't consider. Small business owners are incredibly resilient. You've built something amazing, and you are capable of weathering any storm. This is just another opportunity to prove your strength and ingenuity. Hang in there, you got this!

Who caused the delay? Sometimes it's the client. For example, you're developing software for them. It depends on them giving you timely feedback and making choices. But they don't keep their side of the bargain. "Sorry, an urgent situation came up. Couldn't get back to you." But they still want the product on time. Write your contract so that delays caused by them move the due date back. Then document. And remind them what will happen. DON'T spend your weekends trying to make up for their delays.