Scaling Your Team for the New Year
The new year brings a fresh wave of energy and for many business owners, that includes expanding the team. Whether you’re preparing for growth, refining your operations, or simply trying to reclaim your time, getting the right support in place is key.
But scaling your team isn’t just about hiring quickly. It’s about building intentionally.
Identify What You Actually Need
Before drafting any job descriptions, get clear on the real gaps in your business.
Are you overwhelmed by admin tasks?
Missing consistency in your client onboarding process?
Spending too much time in your inbox or DMs?
Scaling effectively means pinpointing what’s not working so you can bring in the right person, not just another set of hands.
Prioritise Roles That Free Up Your Time
Instead of hiring based on what you think you should do, start by asking:
What tasks are taking me away from the core of my business?
Look for roles that lighten your load, like a Virtual Assistant, OBM, or Community Manager, so you can step back into your zone of genius.
Set Up Systems Before You Hire
Bringing someone into a chaotic backend can cause more problems than it solves.
Make sure you have:
Clear workflows (ClickUp is great for this)
Centralised communication tools (like Voxer or Slack)
Proper onboarding materials and SOPs (even basic ones!)
This helps your new hire hit the ground running and makes delegation far smoother.
Don’t Rush the Process
Growth doesn’t mean adding five team members overnight.
Start with one role that will make the biggest difference.
Once that person is trained and integrated, assess again what’s the next most important hire?
Think long-term sustainability, not short-term relief.
Want to Chat Through Your Next Hire?
If you're unsure where to start or who you actually need, our Breathe & Discover Call is a relaxed space to talk through it. Just space to breathe and figure out what support your business really needs heading into the new year.