Even as a new business owner with no other employees, you are responsible for leading your business to success. As you (hopefully) grow and others come on board, that becomes increasingly important.

Do you have the necessary skill set of a leader? If not, get it. If so, hone it.

4. Cultivate trust.
The very foundation of your business is built on trust with your customers. 91% of consumers report they are more likely to buy from a brand they trust. To develop that, make sure your business is available above and beyond their minimum expectations, build a loyal community, and make sure your product does exactly what you say it does.