Starting and running a small business is an incredible journey, filled with both opportunity and risk. Yet, for many entrepreneurs, small business problems appear quickly and threaten the success of the businesses they are working so hard to build. These challenges can seem overwhelming, but they are not unique—and, more importantly, not insurmountable. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, roughly 50% of new businesses fail within the first 5 years. We want to help you take the survival of your business from a coin-flip to a sure thing.
International Executive Technology, Inc. (IET) has worked with small business owners worldwide since 1984, helping them identify and overcome the exact obstacles that threaten their survival and growth. Let us take a look at some of the most common small business problems and how IET provides real-world solutions that get results.
1. Wearing Too Many Hats
Initially, small business owners often take on every role—CEO, bookkeeper, marketing manager, customer service representative, etc. While this kind of hustle is commendable, it usually leads to burnout and lack of growth.
The IET Solution:
IET offers hands-on consulting to evaluate how your business operates and identify where your time and energy are being wasted. Our programs help you implement effective organizational systems and delegate with confidence so you can focus on high-level growth activities.
2. Ineffective Staff Management and Hiring
Many small business problems begin with staffing. Hiring the wrong people, unclear job roles, and lack of training can lead to poor performance and high turnover.
The IET Solution:
IET’s personnel management seminars and one-on-one consulting teach you how to hire the right people, train them effectively, and build a motivated, accountable team. Our workshops also sharpen your leadership and communication skills to manage with authority and clarity.
3. Inconsistent Marketing and Sales
Marketing is no longer optional—it is essential. Yet many small businesses do not know how to create demand for their services or how to sell confidently once they get a lead.
The IET Solution:
With over three decades of experience, IET and our partner, Walker Kreative, help businesses design customized marketing plans that generate leads and boost visibility. Through our business academy courses and targeted sales training, you will consistently gain the practical skills to convert prospects into paying customers.
4. Cash Flow Issues
Even profitable businesses struggle with managing cash flow. Unpredictable income, rising expenses, and poor planning can quickly become serious small business problems.
The IET Solution:
Our financial planning seminars and self-paced courses teach you to forecast, budget, and make smart money decisions. We also identify hidden areas of waste and help you reduce internal costs without cutting quality or service.
5. Lack of Systems and Structure
Without structure, chaos takes over. Tasks are repeated unnecessarily, customer service becomes inconsistent, and the business cannot scale.
The IET Solution:
IET’s holistic approach starts with a comprehensive analysis of your entire operation. We identify weak points and build step-by-step systems that bring order to your business. Whether it is office organization, goal-setting, or executive development, we provide the tools to create lasting stability.
6. Feeling Stuck or Overwhelmed
Decision fatigue, confusion, and lack of direction are some of the most common small business problems. Owners often reach a point where they know they could be doing better but do not know what to change.
The IET Solution:
IET has worked with hundreds of business owners in dozens of industries. From high-tech innovators to health professionals, our clients all had the same thing in common: expertise in their field but a gap in business management. Our in-depth business analysis and custom programs help you clarify your goals, break through the confusion, and get back on track with confidence.
Final Thoughts: You Are Not Alone
Small business problems are real—but they are also solvable. What separates the businesses that thrive from those that fail is not luck. It is strategy, support, and a willingness to get expert help when needed.
At International Executive Technology, Inc., we have helped turn struggling businesses into successful, expanding enterprises. Our services are built on decades of experience and a deep understanding of what small businesses truly need to succeed.
If you are ready to overcome your small business problems and take your business to the next level, contact IET today for a complimentary business analysis. Your goals are closer than you think.