3 Common Mistakes When Scaling Your Business (And How to Avoid Them)

Hey Future Income Architect,

I’m about to do something that might sound a little crazy. I’m challenging myself to make $50,000/month profit by the end of the year.

And here’s the kicker: I’m doing it with a set of rules that’ll make you think twice about your current approach to scaling.

The Rules?

1. One year to hit $50K/month profit.

2. Build that business from scratch.

3. No “discovery calls” (ever).

4. No dabblers. I’m going 100% in or not at all.

5. 90%+ margins are a non-negotiable.

6. Less than 5 hours of actual work per day. Most important.

Why am I doing this? Because I believe that scaling should feel easy, not like a never-ending grind. That’s the idea behind this challenge: Scale smart, scale fast, and scale without wasting time on things that don’t move the needle.

But here’s the thing: Most people screw it up when they try to scale. And it’s usually because they make one of these three mistakes:

1️⃣ Mistake #1: Chasing Everything, Serving No One

When you’re scaling, you have to be laser-focused on your ideal audience. Too many people waste time chasing after anyone who shows interest, but that’s a surefire way to dilute your efforts and burn out fast.

I’ve stopped trying to serve everyone. I’ve gotten crystal clear on who I’m targeting, what problem I solve, and I’m building my business around that core group of people.

2️⃣ Mistake #2: Underpricing & Ignoring Profit Margins

Scaling without focusing on profit margins is like driving a Ferrari with the parking brake on. You may be going fast, but you’re not getting anywhere. 90%+ margins are mandatory. If you’re not making good margins, you’re scaling a liability, not a business.

I review my pricing and cost structure every quarter. If my margins are low, I raise my prices or cut unnecessary costs.

It’s time we build a business that actually pays.

3️⃣ Mistake #3: Failing to Systematize Early Enough

This one’s critical. Scaling is impossible without systems. If you’re still trying to do everything manually, you’re going to burn out before you hit your goals.

Identify the key areas of your business that can be automated or delegated—marketing, sales, client onboarding—and get those systems running smoothly. Once the systems are in place, you can scale without increasing your workload.

Here’s the bottom line: scaling isn’t about doing more. It’s about doing the right things consistently. If you can get clear on who you serve, protect your profit margins, and systematize your processes, hitting that $50K/month profit goal becomes a whole lot easier.

I opened 10 spots for entrepreneurs to tag along with me on this journey. As of now, 3 spots are already filled, and the doors closed February 1. But, if you want to be one of the next 7 who join me on this journey, simply Reply “game” below to get a waitlist invitation.

If you’re tired of grinding and want a smarter way to scale—this is your chance to do it right. Let’s hit those income goals together.

P.S. The next enrollment for Income Architects opens on March 1, 2025. But if you’re ready to move faster, reply “game” and get your invitation to the Income Architects earlybird waitlist for actionable strategies to scale your income without wasting time.